Public Health Associate Professor — Teaching & Research

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks an Associate Professor in the School of Population & Public Health to advance teaching, scholarship, and public health practice. The ideal candidate will lead undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and develop an active program of research with community partnerships.

The position emphasizes education, applied public health work, and service to the TTUHSC mission, with opportunities for collaboration and leadership in a dynamic

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in public health or related field.
• Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate/graduate level.
• Active scholarship and potential for funded research.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate public health courses aligned with accreditation standards.
• Develop and revise course materials and assessments to support learning outcomes.
• Mentor students in practicum experiences and research projects.
• Establish an independent or collaborative program of research and scholarship.
• Engage with community and public health partners to translate findings into practice.
• Participate in governance and service activities within the school and university.

Skills

Teaching/mentoring

Curriculum development

Educational scholarship

Public health practice

Collaborative research

Education

PhD/DrPH in public health or related field

Doctoral training in epidemiology, health promotion or related discipline

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks an Associate Professor in the School of Population & Public Health to advance teaching, scholarship, and public health practice. The ideal candidate will lead undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and develop an active program of research with community partnerships.

The position emphasizes education, applied public health work, and service to the TTUHSC mission, with opportunities for collaboration and leadership in a dynamic