Public Health & Environmental Wellness Instructor

Oakland University; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester Hills, MI seeks a Special Instructor in Public and Environmental Wellness to provide high-impact undergraduate and graduate instruction within Public Health and Environmental Health and Safety. This teaching-focused appointment supports accreditation-aligned competency development and student engagement.

Responsibilities include teaching health communication, mentoring students, developing curriculum, coordinating internships, and engaging with community

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Communication, or closely related field with demonstrated application to public health or health sciences (teaching, practice, or community engagement)

Responsibilities

• Teach health communication and related courses required to maintain accreditations
• Mentor students to support academic progression and workforce readiness
• Contribute to curriculum implementation, assessment, and continuous quality improvement processes
• Establish, coordinate, and evaluate student internships / practicums
• Support community-engaged learning initiatives and experiential education partnerships
• Participate in service activities at the program, department, school, and university levels

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Community engagement

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master’s degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

Oakland University in Rochester Hills, MI seeks a Special Instructor in Public and Environmental Wellness to provide high-impact undergraduate and graduate instruction within Public Health and Environmental Health and Safety. This teaching-focused appointment supports accreditation-aligned competency development and student engagement.

Responsibilities include teaching health communication, mentoring students, developing curriculum, coordinating internships, and engaging with community