Public Health Professor: Teach, Research & Impact Communities

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center invites applicants for an Assistant Professor in the School of Population & Public Health. The incumbent will teach and mentor students, develop curricula, and advance scholarly activity while engaging in applied public health practice and service.

They will contribute to preparing future public health professionals, pursue funded research, and collaborate with partners to improve population health outcomes across diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (PhD/DrPH/ScD/MD or equivalent) in public health or related field.
• ABD applicants encouraged if degree expected by Dec 31, 2026.
• Demonstrated teaching and mentorship experience at undergrad/grad levels.
• Evidence of scholarly activity appropriate to career stage.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate public health courses aligned with standards.
• Design and update courses for in-person, hybrid, and online learning.
• Mentor students and advise in applied practice experiences and capstones.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program evaluation, and assessment.
• Engage in scholarship and integrate research with teaching and practice.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student mentorship

Scholarly activity

Community engagement

Education

Doctorate in public health or closely related field

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center invites applicants for an Assistant Professor in the School of Population & Public Health. The incumbent will teach and mentor students, develop curricula, and advance scholarly activity while engaging in applied public health practice and service.

They will contribute to preparing future public health professionals, pursue funded research, and collaborate with partners to improve population health outcomes across diverse communities.