Assistant Professor

University-of-Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate will teach epidemiology to undergraduate and graduate students and develop a sustainable research program in public health. Applicants should exhibit a strong record or potential for impactful scholarship, engage in service to the department and university, and collaborate

Qualifications

• PhD in public health or related field by start date.
• Active or potential for an enduring external funding program.
• Authorized to work in the US full-time without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate public health courses in epidemiology.
• Develop and sustain a research program with external funding potential.
• Contribute to department, school, university, and community service.

Skills

epidemiology

teaching

research planning

grant writing

collaboration

Education

PhD in public health or health-related field

MPH or health-related master's

Job description

Department:Public HealthJob 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.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 employmentMaster’s degree in public health (MPH) or a health-related fieldEvidence 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 coursesHistory of developing or working with partnerships with epidemiological agencies on the local, state, or federal level and involvement in professional organizationsExperience developing and teaching online and hybrid coursesJoin the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!Job Responsibilities:40% Teaching in public health40% Research in public health20% service to department, SAS, university and field of public healthEducation Qualifications:PhDExperience:Related ExperienceInterview 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.