Position Information
Position Title
Assistant Professor (Public Health and Sports Medicine)-9 month
Work Location
Springfield Campus
Department
Public Health and Sports Medicine
HR Home Department
020500 McQUEARY COLLEGE OF HLTH & HUMAN SVCS
Pay Grade
Unclassified
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?
No, Position is available to all applicants.
Faculty Appointment Type
Tenure Track
Term (if applicable)
9 month
Begin Date of Appointment
08/14/2024
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
General Function
The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor's teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.
Description of Primary Duties
We seek a candidate who can demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices and experience in Public Health core topics. The candidate will be knowledgeable about the use of student-focused pedagogy in the seated and online classroom to engage students in the learning process aiming to increase student retention, persistence, and success. The candidate will have primary teaching responsibilities in the Public Health curriculum and may have the opportunity to teach in the sports medicine, dietetics, and/or interprofessional health services programs.
We seek a colleague with a research agenda that has the potential for publication/presentation/funding and an ability to draw on this research to inform their teaching and service. Candidates engaged in multidisciplinary, collaborative, and community-based research are encouraged to apply. We also value candidates committed to evidence-based intervention research employing traditional and non-traditional quantitative and qualitative methods.
We seek a candidate who is committed to performing meaningful service on department, college, and university committees; participating in departmental activities; serving their profession/discipline; and completing other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Additional Qualifications
- Doctorate or terminal degree in Public Health or related field (ABD candidates realistically scheduled to complete the dissertation by the time of appointment will be considered. ABD applicants should include a detailed update on their dissertation progress.)
- Potential for, or evidence of, scholarship with a defined agenda.
- Potential for, or evidence of, innovative, learner-centered pedagogy.
- Ability to teach courses (in person and online) in the Master of Public Health program, or in the other areas of the department based on expertise.
- Ability to teach courses such as, but not limited to, epidemiology, environmental health, Public Health administration, biostatistics, software applications, and international health.
- Knowledge of CEPH accreditation and self-study processes.
- The ability or potential to mentor and support our student population, including academic advising.
- Commitment to Missouri State University's Public Affairs mission - inclusive excellence, community engagement, and ethical leadership.
Link to Job Description
http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm
Open Date
11/06/2023
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is also posted at the associate level -https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/71988 , with theintent to only make one hire. If you wish to be considered for in both pools (assistant and associate), you must apply to both postings.
Screening of applications will begin on January 5, 2024, and completed applications received by that date will be assured full consideration. Screening of applications will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date of August 1, 2024.
For additional information, contact:
Sarah Murray (SarahMurray@missouristate.edu)
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement
Non Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail
Posting Number
20230081FTF
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/71987