Assistant Professor of Public Health

Assistant Professor of Public Health

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The Department of Public Health at Sam Houston State University is part of the College of Health Sciences and is home to a dedicated team of faculty, staff, and students. We offer a range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for impactful careers in public health. Visit our website to learn more about our team and explore our academic programs: https://www.shsu.edu/academics/colleges/health-sciences/public-health/#.

Location and Lifestyle:

There are multiple options for places to live near our different campuses. Sam Houston’s main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas. The city of Huntsville is nestled in the East Texas Piney Woods and is centrally located on a direct route between Houston and Dallas. With a population of roughly 48,550 (excluding SHSU), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-town life and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe (where the Russell and Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Health Professions Building are located), The Woodlands (where the School of Nursing and The Woodlands Center is located), and Bryan/College Station. The Texas Medical Center, located in Houston, is the largest medical center in the world and is a 75-mile drive from Huntsville. Huntsville is full of Texas history and charm, and this county seat is home to multiple museums, annual festivities, antique stores, year-round outdoor activities, vineyards, golf courses, lakes, and a beautiful state park. In a little over an hour after leaving main campus, you can arrive in downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainment venues and professional sporting events. If you prefer life on the water, Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston are a short commute, and Galveston Island and the Gulf coast are a two-hour drive. A quick 35-minute drive down I-45 South takes you to The Woodlands, which offers 220 miles of hike and bike trails,150 parks to enjoy, and easy access to numerous shopping, sport, and dining venues.

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

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Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Public Health at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a full-time, 9- month, tenure track Assistant Professor of Public Health. Candidates with expertise in epidemiology are strongly preferred. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Public Health, including epidemiology and other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs.

The position carries a 3/3 teaching load and requires a regular on-campus presence in Huntsville; teaching assignments may include face-to-face and online format. The faculty member will maintain an active program of scholarship, pursue external funding as appropriate, and contribute service to the department, college, university, and profession. Responsibilities also include advising and mentoring students; supporting experiential learning and community-engaged opportunities; developing relationships with public health agencies, health care providers, and community organizations; and participating in assessment, accreditation, and program review. Other duties may be assigned.

Educational Requirements for the Position

An earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in public health or a closely related field is required by the appointment start date. ABD candidates may be considered if the doctorate will be completed by September 1, 2027. Degrees from international institutions must be equivalent to the required doctoral degree.

Experience Required for the Position

Candidates with research and/or teaching experience in epidemiology are strongly preferred. Research experience in biostatistics or a closely related public health field will also be considered. Qualified applicants should demonstrate evidence of scholarly activity through peer-reviewed publications, grant activity, research collaborations, or other scholarly contributions. Applicants with a minimum of one peer-reviewed publication are preferred. Professional or applied experience in public health or a related field is also preferred. Applicants are required to have a minimum of one year teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in an institution of higher education. Experience with program assessment, accreditation, or program review is also recommended.

Other Requirements for the Position

Maintain excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service to the department and university. Performs other duties as requested or assigned by the administration.

Special Instructions Summary

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

AI Statement: Application materials, including cover letter and the statements of teaching philosophy and research, should be written by the applicant. Generative AI tools may be used for grammatical proofreading only. Please do not use AI to draft, write, or substantially revise any portion of your application.

The Department of Public Health at Sam Houston State University is part of the College of Health Sciences and is home to a dedicated team of faculty, staff, and students. We offer a range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for impactful careers in public health. Visit our website to learn more about our team and explore our academic programs: https://www.shsu.edu/academics/colleges/health-sciences/public-health/#.

Location and Lifestyle:

There are multiple options for places to live near our different campuses. Sam Houston’s main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas. The city of Huntsville is nestled in the East Texas Piney Woods and is centrally located on a direct route between Houston and Dallas. With a population of roughly 48,550 (excluding SHSU), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-town life and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe (where the Russell and Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Health Professions Building are located), The Woodlands (where the School of Nursing and The Woodlands Center is located), and Bryan/College Station. The Texas Medical Center, located in Houston, is the largest medical center in the world and is a 75-mile drive from Huntsville. Huntsville is full of Texas history and charm, and this county seat is home to multiple museums, annual festivities, antique stores, year-round outdoor activities, vineyards, golf courses, lakes, and a beautiful state park. In a little over an hour after leaving main campus, you can arrive in downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainment venues and professional sporting events. If you prefer life on the water, Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston are a short commute, and Galveston Island and the Gulf coast are a two-hour drive. A quick 35-minute drive down I-45 South takes you to The Woodlands, which offers 220 miles of hike and bike trails,150 parks to enjoy, and easy access to numerous shopping, sport, and dining venues.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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Supplemental Questions

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1. • How did you learn about this position?
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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
3. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
2. Statement of Research & Goals