Assistant Professor - Public Health

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center invites applicants for an Assistant Professor in the School of Population & Public Health. The incumbent will teach and mentor students, develop curricula, and advance scholarly activity while engaging in applied public health practice and service.

They will contribute to preparing future public health professionals, pursue funded research, and collaborate with partners to improve population health outcomes across diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (PhD/DrPH/ScD/MD or equivalent) in public health or related field.
• ABD applicants encouraged if degree expected by Dec 31, 2026.
• Demonstrated teaching and mentorship experience at undergrad/grad levels.
• Evidence of scholarly activity appropriate to career stage.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate public health courses aligned with standards.
• Design and update courses for in-person, hybrid, and online learning.
• Mentor students and advise in applied practice experiences and capstones.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program evaluation, and assessment.
• Engage in scholarship and integrate research with teaching and practice.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student mentorship

Scholarly activity

Community engagement

Education

Doctorate in public health or closely related field

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

The Assistant Professor serves as a faculty member within the TexasTech University Health Sciences Center School of Population &Public Health and contributes to the school's mission throughexcellence in teaching, scholarship, public health practice, andservice. The faculty member is responsible for deliveringhigh-quality instruction, developing and maintaining an activeprogram of scholarly activity, engaging in applied public healthpractice, mentoring students, and participating in institutionaland professional service activities. The position supports thepreparation of future public health professionals while advancingthe health and well-being of diverse populations through education,research, and community engagement.

The ideal candidate is an emerging public health scholar andeducator who demonstrates a commitment to excellence in teaching,scholarship, community engagement, and service. The successfulcandidate will be passionate about preparing the next generation ofpublic health professionals while contributing meaningful researchand practice-based solutions to improve population health.

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level public health coursesaligned with programmatic, institutional, and accreditationrequirements.
• Design, deliver, and continuously improve course content usingevidence-based pedagogical practices appropriate for in-person,hybrid, and online learning environments.
• Develop and revise course syllabi, learning outcomes,assessments, and instructional materials consistent with universitypolicies and curricular standards.
• Participate in curriculum development, review, programevaluation, and assessment activities at the department, program,and school levels.
• Mentor and advise students in applied practice experiences,integrative learning experiences, independent studies, capstoneprojects, and thesis research, as appropriate.
• Contribute to student success through academic advising,professional development, and career mentoring activities.
• Maintain instructional effectiveness and foster an inclusivelearning environment that supports student engagement andachievement.

Scholarship and Research

• Establish and sustain an independent and/or collaborativeprogram of scholarship appropriate to faculty rank, discipline, andarea of expertise.
• Produce peer-reviewed scholarly products, including journalarticles, applied research reports, technical reports, policyanalyses, and other discipline-appropriate outputs.
• Seek and secure internal and external funding to supportresearch, scholarship, and related activities, commensurate withcareer stage and area of specialization.
• Disseminate scholarly work through presentations atprofessional meetings, conferences, seminars, and other academicvenues.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, community partners, andinterdisciplinary teams on research and scholarly initiatives.
• Integrate scholarly activities with teaching and, whenapplicable, public health practice to advance knowledge translationand impact.

Public Health Practice

• Contribute to applied public health practice throughpartnerships and collaborations with community-based organizations,governmental agencies, healthcare organizations, and other publichealth stakeholders.
• Support and facilitate practice-based learning opportunitiesfor students through community-engaged projects, field experiences,internships, and applied public health activities.
• Translate research findings and academic expertise intopractical solutions that improve population health outcomes andinform public health policy and practice.
• Participate in initiatives that address local, regional, state,national, or global public health challenges consistent with thefaculty member's expertise.
• Promote community engagement and collaboration that advance themission of the School of Public Health.

Service

• Participate actively in departmental, school, university, andshared governance activities, including committee assignments andfaculty meetings.
• Contribute to professional service through involvement inpublic health organizations, academic associations, accreditationactivities, peer review, and leadership roles as appropriate.
• Engage in community, institutional, and professional activitiesthat support the strategic priorities and mission of TTUHSC and theSchool of Public Health.
• Support recruitment, retention, student affairs, accreditation,assessment, and other institutional initiatives as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate (PhD, DrPH, ScD, MD, or equivalent) inpublic health or a closely related field.
• Applicants who are ABD (All But Dissertation) or in the finalstages of doctoral completion are encouraged to apply, provideddegree completion is expected by December 31, 2026.
• Doctoral training in public health, population health,epidemiology, health promotion and disease prevention, healtheducation, health psychology, biomedical sciences, communityhealth, interdisciplinary studies, or a closely related discipline.Will also consider doctoral training in a business/commerce fieldwith significant experience in the public health or nonprofitsector.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and student mentorship atthe undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Evidence of scholarly activity appropriate to career stage(e.g., publications, manuscripts under review, professionalpresentations).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduatelevel, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face instruction.
• Professional and/or leadership experience in industry, publichealth practice, healthcare, nonprofit, or community-basedsettings.
• Experience in public health with a focus on one or more of thefollowing areas:
  • implementation sciences,
  • evaluation research,
  • rural health,
  • business of public health,
  • policy analysis,
  • one health,
  • public/nonprofit human resource management,
  • and the integration of AI into public health practice, teaching,and scholarship.
• Evidence of grant writing activity or funding success forresearch, training, or service-related projects.
• Demonstrated record of, or clear potential for, collaborativeand applied research, including co-authored publications,professional reports, or conference presentations.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Shift

Day

Travel Required

None

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx .