Lecturer (Semester) - R161763

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 8,100 - 9,900; Part time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s College of Public Health seeks a part-time Lecturer to teach a graduate-level online course (PUBHHMP 3610) for Spring 2027. The role requires a terminal degree in health administration or related field and substantial experience with asynchronous online teaching.

The position provides a $9,000 semester stipend and collaboration with instructional designers for accessibility. Applicants should hold a Master’s in Health Administration or equivalent and demonstrate

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Health Administration or equivalent required.
• PhD/DrPH/MD/DO or similar terminal degree preferred.
• 5+ years in health care or related industry.
• 5+ years teaching asynchronous online courses.
• Ability to teach Spring 2027 and future semesters.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level online course PUBHHMP 3610.
• Provide engaging online instruction and feedback to students.
• Hold virtual office hours and be responsive to student needs.
• Align course materials with learning objectives and accessibility standards.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Online teaching

Health care education knowledge

Future courses availability

Education

Master’s degree in Health Administration (MHA) or equivalent

Terminal professional degree (PhD/DrPH/MD/DO) or similar

Job description

The Ohio State University: College of Public Health

Location

Columbus Campus,Cunz Hall (0293)

Deadline

Nov 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Position Overview

The Division of Health Services Management and Policy is seeking applications for a part-time Lecturer to teach a graduate-level, online/asynchronous, semester-length course during Spring 2027 (1/11/2027 to 5/4/2027).

“PUBHHMP 3610: US and International Healthcare” [3 credits] is an introduction to the history, organization and politics of the global health care system, including critical review of selected issues using different analytic frameworks. Themes to be covered include determinants of health, health care access and disparities, health care financing and organization, challenges to U.S. health care, health policy making and reform, methods for comparing international health care systems, and example health care systems from other developed and developing nations. The U.S. system will be compared to others to contextualize U.S. choices, and a range of specific health care problems will be analyzed using a comparative approach.

The university will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Performance Objectives

Teaching

• Presenting course material and guiding students through assignments
• Creating an engaging online classroom environment
• Holding virtual office hours
• Demonstrated commitment to student success

Education and Experience Requirements

Required

• Master’s degree in Health Administration (MHA) or equivalent
• Relevant expertise in the topic of course
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A commitment to or demonstrated efforts in teaching that reflect Ohio State’s Mission, Vision and Values
• PhD, ScD, DrPH, MD, DO or similar terminal professional degree in a relevant field
• 5 or more years of experience in health care or industry setting
• 5 or more years of experience working with, or coaching, health care executives
• 5 or more years of experience teaching asynchronous online courses in health care discipline
• Availability to teach similar or identical courses in subsequent years

Additional Information

This position will be paid $9,000 for the semester.

A requirement of this position is partnership with one of the College of Public Health’s dedicated instructional designers, who will provide guidance, resources, and technical expertise. The instructional design team will also work with you to ensure all materials are fully accessible to ensure the course meets federal Title II, Digital Accessibility standards.

For questions related to the role, please contact Professor Aram Dobalian, [e-mail].

The College

The College of Public Health is Ohio’s first accredited college of public health. First established in 1995 as part of the College of Medicine, the University Board of Trustees created the College of Public Health in 2007. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report ranked Ohio State’s College of Public Health graduate program 22nd of all Schools of Public Health. It is one of seven health sciences colleges on the same campus, more than any other university in the U.S. The college includes five academic divisions, two centers of outreach and engagement, four graduate degree programs with several specializations, and an undergraduate degree with two specializations, and two undergraduate minors. Specializations within the college include biostatistics, environmental health sciences, epidemiology, health behavior and health promotion, health services management and policy, veterinary public health, biomedical informatics, and clinical and translational science, and population health management and leadership.

Division of Health Services Management and Policy

The Division of Health Services Management and Policy’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is 5th nationally in the latest ranking of graduate programs published by U.S. News & World Report. The HSMP Division is responsible for curricula leading to MHA and PhD degrees. The College of Public Health has established undergraduate majors and minors in public health. Our multidisciplinary faculty is known for their excellence in teaching, their significant research accomplishments, and their community engagement. Faculty collaborate extensively across Divisions and with researchers from various colleges, centers, and institutes, including the Colleges of Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Public Affairs, Nursing, and Dentistry, James Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Institute for Population Research. Further information about the Division and faculty may be found at:

www.cph.osu.edu/hsmp.

The University

Ohio State is a top 20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. Ohio State promotes a culture of work-life balance through institutionalized policies, programs, and resources that help faculty, staff, and their families thrive both professionally and personally.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies.

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 2 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the

College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.