Assistant Professor

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Public Health. This 9-month tenure-track position begins as early as January 2027.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate epidemiology, contribute to an active research program, and participate in service to the department, the School, and the university. Required qualifications include a PhD in public health or a health-related field; MPH or related degree is preferred.

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 an active research agenda in public health, epidemiology, or a related area, with qualifications and scholarly accomplishments consistent with rank.
• Ability or potential to secure competitive extramural research funding.
• Authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in epidemiology.
• Develop and sustain an active research program in public health.
• Contribute to service for the department, school, and university.

Skills

Epidemiology knowledge

Teaching epidemiology

Research planning

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Public Health or health-related field

MPH or health-related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Public Health (est. 2024) housed in the School of Applied Sciences at the University of Mississippi is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor. This is a 9-month tenure-track position to begin as early as January 2027. Applicants should have expertise in epidemiology as the responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate public health courses in epidemiology. Applicants should demonstrate a record of, or strong potential for, an active and sustainable research program. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Department’s mission, participate in service to the Department, School, University, and/or community, and collaborate with faculty and external partners as appropriate.

Department

Public Health

Job Description

The Department of Public Health (est. 2024) housed in the School of Applied Sciences at the University of Mississippi is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor. This is a 9-month tenure-track position to begin as early as January 2027. Applicants should have expertise in epidemiology as the responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate public health courses in epidemiology. Applicants should demonstrate a record of, or strong potential for, an active and sustainable research program. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Department’s mission, participate in service to the Department, School, University, and/or community, and collaborate with faculty and external partners as appropriate.

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 an active research agenda in public health, epidemiology, or a related area, with qualifications and scholarly accomplishments consistent with rank.
• Evidence of the ability or potential to secure competitive extramural research funding.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• General epidemiologist with coursework in infectious diseases, but capable of teaching most undergraduate or MPH courses
• History of developing or working with partnerships with epidemiological agencies on the local, state, or federal level and involvement in professional organizations
• Experience developing and teaching online and hybrid courses

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Job Responsibilities

40% Teaching in public health
40% Research in public health
20% service to department, SAS, university and field of public health

Education Qualifications

PhD

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.