ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: HEALTH SCIENCES (HIM)

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University in Houston, TX invites applicants for an Assistant Professor position in Health Sciences (HIM). The tenure-track role involves teaching professional health science courses, conducting research, and serving on committees.

The successful candidate will contribute to an integrated learner-centered program, collaborate across departments, and engage with the university and external conferences. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in public health or a health-related field.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate or graduate level.
• Demonstrated scholarly activity and ability to engage in research.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic and experiential health science courses in various formats.
• Engage in scholarly activities and participate in committees.
• Contribute to departmental and college service and outreach.

Skills

Teaching

Scholarly research

Curriculum development

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Ph.D. in public health or health-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: HEALTH SCIENCES (HIM)

This tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Health Sciences will teach professional health science courses, engage in scholarly research, serve on departmental and college committees, and participate in professional activities, including internal and external conferences and seminars. The assistant professor will perform other duties within the range of skills normally associated with a faculty position of this classification in an evolving teaching and learning environment within an integrated learner-centered academic program.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic and experiential programs in the classroom, laboratory, or online.
• Engage in active scholarly activities.
• Provide services to College, University, and Community.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Education

Ph.D. degree in a public health or health‑related field.

Required Licensing/Certification

• A certification as a registered Health Information Manager (RHIA) or Nutritionist will be preferable.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Multiple disciplines in health science
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Health information and nutrition.

Skill in:

• Problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Strong time management.
• Interpersonal communication.
• Verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Lead the development or modification of work procedures in the discipline or function for virtually any situation.
• Work independently.
• Show strong commitment to teaching and scholarship.
• Work with students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Work Experience

• Capability to teach in different Health Science programs.
• History in health sciences’ counseling and education, research in the health sciences, knowledge of biochemistry.
• Prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level in didactic, laboratory courses and online (2‑3 years desirable).
• Prior scholarly activity in an area of interest is desirable.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Using or carrying equipment.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment‑related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

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