Assistant Professor Tenure Track (Two positions)

Emory University, Rollins School of Public Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University, Rollins School of Public Health, located in Atlanta, GA, invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in the Department of Health Policy and Management. Candidates should demonstrate potential for leadership in health policy research, teaching, and mentorship, with a strong publication record and a clear plan for external grant funding.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field and be committed to developing an independent research

Qualifications

• PhD in health policy, health services research, health economics, healthcare management, medicine, or related field.
• Strong record of scholarship and potential for leadership in teaching and mentorship.
• Clear trajectory toward independent, externally funded research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independent, externally funded research program.
• Teach and mentor students across MPH, MSPH, MHA, and PhD programs.
• Contribute to a vibrant academic community at Emory University's Rollins School.

Job description

Assistant Professor Tenure Track (Two positions)

Department of Health Policy and Management, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University

The Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM) at the Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH), Emory University, invites applications for two Assistant Professor, tenure track faculty positions.

Candidates should be outstanding early-career scholars who have demonstrated promise as future leaders in health policy, health economics, health services, and/or healthcare management research, including organizational theory and behavior. The ideal candidate will have a track record of high-quality publications, strong potential for excellence in teaching and mentorship, and a clear trajectory toward independence, including a well-articulated strategy for pursuing external grant support early in their appointment.

Faculty in the department are expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program, and teach and mentor in the department’s Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH), Master of Health Administration (MHA), and PhD programs. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field such as health policy, health services research, health economics, healthcare management, medicine, or a related discipline. The mission of the Department of Health Policy and Management is to generate evidence and cultivate leaders to improve health systems and inform policy. The department includes 19 primary faculty and more than 25 adjunct faculty affiliated with organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Carter Center, and the Georgia Department of Public Health.

The Rollins School of Public Health is ranked #2 among "Best Public Health Schools" by U.S. News & World Report. With more than 200 faculty and over 1,300 graduate students enrolled annually, RSPH offers state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative workspaces, and a vibrant academic community. Located on Emory’s campus in Atlanta, Georgia - a diverse, global city and public health hub - RSPH provides a dynamic environment for impactful research and education.

Applications submitted by November 13, 2026 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

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