Instructor-Public Health
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Instructor-Public Health.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
Public Health
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants should include a cover letter showing evidence of successful professional experience in and knowledge of theposition requirements, curriculum vitae, and a list of three professionalreferences (no letters required). The priority deadline for guaranteedapplication review is December 31st, 2025. Applications willcontinue to be reviewed until the position is filled.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job SummaryThis nine-month, tenure-track (orteaching-track) faculty position requires teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Public Health programs in the school, developing a programmatic line of research (if tenure-track), serving asinternship coordinator, and providing service to the school, college,university and professional organizations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching (online and face-to-face) in the undergraduate and graduate Public Health programs.
- Facilitating fieldwork placement for undergraduate internship students and graduate practicum students in Public Health programs.
- Coordinating outreach activities and events for students, alumni, and employers.
- Collecting and disseminating internship and outreach data for the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) Accreditation in collaboration with School and program leadership and staff.
- Serving as an advisor for public health student organizations, such as Eta Sigma Gamma.
- For tenure-track appointments:
a. Commitment to build and sustain a robust research agenda to include creation and dissemination of new knowledge and pursuit of external research support.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsMasters degree in Public Health
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, staff and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.
If pursuing a tenure-track position, the following minimum qualifications also apply:
Doctoral degree at the time of appointment in Public Health or an advanced degree in Public Health with a doctorate in a related discipline.
ABD considered but must be completed by the start of assignment.
Demonstrated line of scholarly inquiry evidenced by submission of peer-reviewed publications, professional presentations, and/or grant submissions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Specialized knowledge in the field of public health as demonstrated by graduate level coursework or professional experience is required.
- Candidates should possess qualities of effective leadership.
- Candidates should have the ability to deliver accurate, concise and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner.
- Candidates should have the ability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.
Preferred QualificationsThree to five years of experience teaching public health-related courses.
Experience teaching in multiple delivery modes (asynchronous online, synchronous online, and face-to-face).
Experience with CEPH accreditation.
Experience placing and/or supervising student practicums/internships.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.