Political Science Graduate Jobs in Riverside, CA

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups, 80 percent are first-generation, and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus, please visit the CSUSB website.

CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB's commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Health Science and Human Ecology (HSCI) at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) invites applications for a tenure-track position "Open Rank" in Public Health, beginning in the 2026/2027 academic year.

The Department serves over 500 students across four undergraduate programs - Environmental Health Science, Health Services Administration, Nutritional Science and Dietetics, and Public Health-and three graduate programs-Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Health Services Administration, and Master of Science in Nutrition Science. Newly hired faculty will join a dynamic department of 9 tenure-line and over 15 adjunct faculty members.

This position specifically supports the undergraduate (BSPH) and graduate (MPH) programs in Public Health and help with development of the DrPH program. The successful candidate will teach in all programs and is expected to be familiar with the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation requirements and be willing to work with faculty in a collaborative effort to maintain accreditation. Also, the successful candidates for Associate/Full professor rank should show notable scientific contributions, shown by high quality and impactful peer-reviewed publications and a record of extramural funding. We seek candidates with expertise in Public Health who are enthusiastic about advancing our programs and leading the development of new public health initiatives. We are particularly seeking exceptional scholars whose teaching, research, and service are balanced and demonstrate a strong, integrated commitment to advancing knowledge, education, and community impact.

Further, the potential candidate is expected to teach and be familiar with the following course content: Advanced Epidemiology, Advanced Biostatistics, Research Methods, Program Planning and Evaluation, Infectious and Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Spatial Epidemiology, Advanced Topics in Health Promotion, Advanced Topics in Public Health Policy and Administration, Grant Writing for Health Sciences, and Advanced Topics in Professional Development and Leadership for Public Health. Further, the candidate is expected to supervise students on their graduate Theses, Projects, and Dissertations.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching in both the undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Leading and expanding public health initiatives within the department.
• Supporting existing service-learning programs and developing community collaborations.
• Promoting undergraduate and graduate-level scholarship and mentoring students in research.
• Contributing to departmental, college, and university service activities.

This faculty position is a 100% in-person role, requiring all teaching, advising, and departmental responsibilities to be conducted on campus. The ideal candidate will be committed to academic excellence, scientific advancement, and professional practice in research, teaching, and service as aligned with the mission of CSUSB and the College of Natural Sciences. We welcome creative educators who help students connect theory to practice. Faculty also plays a vital role in preparing students for careers in local health departments, community organizations, schools, hospitals, public health agencies, tribal health programs, industry, and related settings. If you are energized by mentorship, community engagement, and applied research, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must hold a PhD, DrPH, or equivalent degree in a field related to public or population health, epidemiology, or biostatistics, with a strong foundation in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.

• Evidence of publication or relevant funding opportunities that showcase the applicant's potential for strong research, scholarly, and creative agenda in Public Health and be at the level to be appointed at the rank of an associate professor or professor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in hand by time of appointment.

Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

• Preference will be given to those with a specialty in Epidemiology and/or Biostatistics.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Must be able to chair and/or supervise graduate students' Thesis and Dissertation research projects.
• Provide a list of classes taught on your CV that demonstrate potential for effective college-level teaching in areas related to Public Health. Evidence of this commitment should be supported by your Student Teaching Evaluations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and engagement within a multicultural academic environment that serves a diverse student body. Evidence of this commitment should be included in the Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
• Commitment to service-learning, community-engaged learning, community-based participatory research, and/or action research. Evidence of this commitment should be provided in the Statement of Research Agenda.
• Demonstrate potential to contribute to the growth and development of the Public Health program with a forward-thinking and innovative mindset.
• Knowledge of CEPH requirements for public health programs, particularly those related to data collection, data analysis, community collaboration, and content delivery.
• Candidates should also be willing to serve as Program Coordinator either in the undergraduate or graduate programs and contribute their expertise within this role.
• Strong commitment to chairing dissertations, theses, and projects across graduate programs.
• Deep interest and commitment to conducting collaborative research with diverse populations of inland Southern California is a preferred qualification.

Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation is valued. Evidence of exemplary graduate-level teaching and leadership experience at program level is preferred and should be noted in application.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being, CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

For more information about the Department of Health Science & Human Ecology, please visit:
https://www.csusb.edu/health-science-human-ecology

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Recruitment Chair
Dr. Salome Mshigeni

salome.mshigeni@csusb.edu

Interim Department Chair
Dr. Nicole Henley
nicole.henley@csusb.edu

How to Apply

Please submit

1. Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated CV
2. Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in this position
3. Statement of Research Agenda
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (if available), such as:
   • Teaching portfolio(s)
   • Reports on teaching observations
   • Student evaluations of teaching.
6. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts may be required prior to appointment).
7. Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.
8. Confidential letters of recommendation may be solicited from those listed as references on the application if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment process. Non-confidential letters of recommendation can be uploaded by the applicant during the application process.
9. Diversity Statement, which may include your interpretation of diversity, equity and inclusion, and must include specific examples of how your background and your educational and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this role at California State University, San Bernardino (maximum 1,000 words).

Formal review of applications will begin February 13, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/873/gateway/Default.aspx?c=apply&sJobIDs=553338&SourceTypeID=803&sLanguage=en-us&lApplicationSubSourceID=11243

Please Note:  CSUSB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Assistant Professor          (Range 3) - $6,221 - $13,224

Associate Professor         (Range 4) - $6,825 - $14,523

Professor                       (Range 5) - $8,593 - $15,211

CSU Salary Schedule: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule.aspx

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

This position may be "Designated" under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and th...