Assistant Professor of Teaching

Posting Number FAE1663

Advertised Title Assistant Professor of Teaching

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number L16256

Category Full-Time Faculty

Department Social & Behavioral Sciences

Position Summary

The School of Public Health (SPH) at the University of Memphis (UofM) invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching position in Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS). This is a full-time, 12-month non-tenure track position with an anticipated start date of Fall 2023 or Spring 2024. This position presents an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant academic community committed to advancing public health research, education, and community engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate- and/or graduate-level courses in Social and Behavioral Sciences and Urban Health;
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the Division and the SPH;
• Serve on committees to further develop and enhance the Division and the SPH;
• Provide support to the Division and SPH by providing leadership in a service and/or administrative roles.

Minimum Position Qualifications

Candidates for this position must hold a relevant doctoral degree (PhD or DrPH) in public health or a related discipline and meet academic requirements for consideration as an Assistant/Associate Professor. Rank will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications.

A research record is not required, but the candidate will be encouraged to have a research portfolio.

Special Conditions

This is a limited funded position.

Candidates should have: (1) a record of teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in public health or a related discipline; and (2) strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.

Posting Date 08/18/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins Yes

Hiring Range Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

Special Instructions to Applicants

Instructions to Applicant regarding references

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

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