Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

Missouri State University, Master of Public Health Program; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri State University, Master of Public Health Program in the School of Health Sciences invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, applying student-focused pedagogy in seated and online classrooms to promote retention and success.

Responsibilities include mentoring graduate research, advising students, and building a funded research program.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in environmental health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or closely related field.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching.
• Potential for peer‑reviewed research productivity.
• Strong verbal and written communication; interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses with inclusive pedagogy.
• Mentor graduate research and advise students.
• Develop and maintain an active funded research program.
• Engage in scholarly activity aligned with public affairs.
• Serve on department, college, and university committees; engage diverse populations.

Skills

Biostatistics

Teaching experience

Tech-enhanced teaching

Research potential

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Education

Doctorate from US-accredited

Job description

The position is a 9-month tenure-track faculty appointment as an Assistant Professor in the School of Health Sciences. We seek a candidate who can demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices and experience in public health practice, including teaching at the undergraduate and graduate program levels. The candidate will be knowledgeable about the use of student-focused pedagogy in the seated and online classroom to engage students in the learning process aiming to increase student retention, persistence, and success. The opportunity for teaching summer courses for additional remuneration could be available.

Other duties include mentoring graduate research, advising students, and continuing/developing an active and funded research program. Engage in scholarly activity and in the university mission of public affairs by incorporating cultural competence, ethical leadership, and community engagement. We also seek a candidate who is committed to performing meaningful service on department, college, and university committees; participating in departmental activities; serving their profession/discipline; and completing other related duties as assigned. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations.

Qualifications

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook.

Additional Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate from a United States accredited institution in environmental health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrate knowledge of biostatistics, environmental health, and research methods, including teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate college levels.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Demonstrate potential for peer-reviewed research productivity in a focused area.
• Team-oriented with effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.