Require Assistant Professor - Public Health in Detroit, MI

Job title: Assistant Professor - Public Health
Company: Wayne State University
Job description: Assistant Professor - Public Health

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor - Public Health at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

We invite applications for a Public Health/Health Equity scholar to be appointed as a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Health beginning in August 2024. We seek an active and engaged colleague with demonstrated research, teaching, and service interests in PROMOTING HEALTH EQUITY and ELIMINATING HEALTH DISPARITIES AND SOCIAL INEQUALITIES. Topical areas of interest may include but are not limited to: gun violence and crime; neighborhood and built environment impacts; chronic disease; forced migration; food and housing insecurity; substance use, addiction, and recovery; disability; COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, or other infectious diseases; trauma and mental health; and health care access and delivery.

Teach two courses per semester.
Supervise undergraduate and graduate students.
for external funding.
Conduct research leading to publications.
Participate in service activities including departmental, college, and university committees.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Candidates must possess a PhD, DrPH, or equivalent doctoral degree in a public health-aligned discipline; or must have their degree conferred by August 15, 2024, for a position starting with the Fall 2024 semester. Candidates who additionally possess an MPH are encouraged to apply. The College is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the academic community's diversity and excellence at Wayne State University.

Instructions for submitting your application:
All applicants should upload a include a cover letter that addresses: (1) research accomplishments and interests (2) teaching philosophy and experiences, particularly regarding undergraduate instruction; (3) potential impact of their work in metropolitan Detroit; and (4) commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in these efforts. Applicants should also provide a curriculum vitae (CV) with the names, titles, and contact information for three professional references within the online application portal to be considered for the position.

Preferred qualifications:

Candidates whose research expertise complements those of the faculty in the Departments of Public Health and intersects with topics of broad public health significance. Candidates who additionally possess an MPH are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose scholarship and lived experience advances the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

School/College/Division:

H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science

Primary department:

H1211 - Department of Public Health

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: Extended Search Opportunity
• Prior posting/requisition number: 499

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Expected salary:
Location: Detroit, MI

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