About the role
Department: Public Health
Job Summary:
This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track online IAP position. Applicants will teach in the online MPH and online minor in public health.
Job Description:
The Department of Public Health at the University of Mississippi is seeking applications for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Public Health. This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track position to begin as early as January 2027. Applicants will teach in the
online
MPH and
online
minor in public health. The public health programs are housed in the Department of Public Health (est. 2024). We encourage team-oriented
individuals passionate about shaping the future of a new academic department to apply.
Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree in public health or a health-related field by the time of employment
Master’s degree in public health (MPH) or a health-related field
Evidence of a strong public health
online
teaching experience
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship
.
Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of online instructional professional development.
Experience developing new online or hybrid courses
Experience in monitoring online course work/serving as an administrative role in online education
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Job Responsibilities:
80% teaching
20% service
Education Qualifications:
Master's: Public Health, PhD: Public Health
Experience:
Related Experience
Interview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal
Opportunity/Regulatory
Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.