Quarterly Lecturer: Public Health Science (2026-2027 Pool)

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 56.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Santa Clara University seeks a Quarterly Lecturer in Public Health Science for the 2026-2027 pool. Courses are taught in-person with potential online components if conditions require. The position is non-tenure track and part-time by course assignment.

Applicants should hold a terminal degree (DrPH or Ph.D.) in Public Health or related fields and demonstrate excellence in teaching and communicating complex sociological concepts related to health inequities at the undergraduate level.

Qualifikationen

• Terminal degree in Public Health or related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching public health theories and sociological approaches.
• Strong communication skills expected at undergraduate level.

Aufgaben

• Teach assigned Public Health Science courses in person.
• Prepare and evaluate assignments aligned with learning outcomes.
• Maintain regular office hours for students on campus.
• Submit accurate grades to Registrar by deadlines.
• Administer evaluations for courses and adjust syllabi as needed.
• Follow approved syllabi or work with Chair for submission approval.

Kenntnisse

Public Health Theory

Sociology in health

Intersectionality in health

Excellent communication

Ausbildung

Terminal degree (DrPH, Ph.D.) in Public Health or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title:

Quarterly Lecturer: Public Health Science (2026-2027 Pool)

Position Type:

Temporary

Salary Range:

$9,839 for each 4 or 5 unit course.

Purpose:

The Department of Public Health at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic University, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in Public Health Science. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. All classes will be presented in‑person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Terminal degree (DrPH, Ph.D.) in Public Health, Sociology or a closely-related field.
2. Demonstrated excellence in teaching key sociological and public health theories, including intersectionality.
3. Demonstrated excellence in examining and teaching about the ways that categories of social difference-including, but not limited to race, class, and gender-are socially constructed and serve as key determinants of health and health inequities at the undergraduate college level.
4. Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.
2. Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

Responsibilities:

TEACHING (100%).

1. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively.
2. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students.
3. Holding regular weekly office hours on campus.
4. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline.
5. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses.
6. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

SERVICE (0%): This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.

Additional Information:

Please note that your employment is subject to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 ("Local 1021"; see https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/cba-ntt/).

Telecommute:

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decisionmaking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX website at https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Notice of Availability:

Santa Clara University annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Santa Clara University report, please visit the Campus Safety Services website. To request a paper copy please call Campus Safety at [phone]. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.

Americans with Disabilities Act:

Consistent with its obligations under the law, Santa Clara University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources ADA Team at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. Please note: This contact information is intended for accommodation requests only. Resumes or inquiries about application status sent to this inbox will not be reviewed or forwarded. For resumes or questions regarding application status, please contact [e-mail].

Work Authorization:

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

Questions can be directed to: [e-mail]