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Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Public Health
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Position Number: 6028599
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Health - Public and Environmental Health

Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Public Health

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2503919
Closing: 3/21/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking applicants for a Faculty, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Public Health.

The Public Health faculty member develops and teaches undergraduate subject areas, such as Health Behavior Theory/Practice, Women's Health, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and other classes as assigned.

Teaching responsibilities include 12 credits per semester and may include online, hybrid, face-to-face, and live stream modalities and may include evening and weekend classes.

The faculty member participates in accreditation assessment processes and engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty provides service at the department, college, and university levels.

The faculty member will uphold ethical and professional standards as well as provide an expected physical presence in the department and hold weekly office hours.

Summary of Responsibilities

Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
Engages in scholarly activities including applied research and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctorate in Public Health, Health Promotion/Education, or a closely related academic field. Applicants who are ABD may be considered but will not be hired without evidence of completed degree per minimum qualifications.
Minimum of six months post-secondary teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES/MCHES) preferred.
At least three years of related teaching, training, and/or industry experience including involvement in health, professional organizations, and other related associations.
Evidence of scholarly research.
Knowledge and skills related to the professional application of artificial intelligence.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Teaching experience or expertise in at least three of the following areas is desirable: public health programs and course content, current trends in public health, instructional strategies and techniques, curriculum development, and evaluation and assessment of instruction.
Knowledge of subject matter and course content pertinent to Public Health.
Knowledge of online teaching environments, such as Canvas or other course management systems.
Interpersonal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Curriculum development skills.
Soft skills in maintaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Proficient in executing scholarly activities and contributing to service endeavors, with a teaching focus that complements the Department of Public Health.
Specific interest in teaching introductory courses, potentially involving collaboration with Concurrent Enrollment instructors.
Teaching pedagogy in a variety of delivery formats.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
Ability to work independently, ethically, and professionally.
Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
Ability to assist academic advisors, the department chairperson, and/or the program coordinators, faculty, department staff, and industry partners in maintaining effective programs.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/4831331/faculty-tenure-track-assistant-professor-public-health

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