Instructional Assistant Professor

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.