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Visiting Instructor (Public Health Education) - Full Time Public Health Description Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full-time, three-year position of Visiting Instructor (or Associate Professor with appropriate credentials) in Public Health to begin August 15, 2025. Employment Type: Full-Time (0.85 FTE), Benefits-Eligible, Exempt (Salaried) Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Gustavus will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Prerequisites What's required: Master's degree or MPH in public health education, health education, health promotion, community health, or a related field What's preferred: PhD or ABD in one of the required disciplines Active CHES or MCHES certification Evidence of effectiveness in teaching Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate students Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and identities Prior experience in community-based health programming Things you will do: Teach 6 course sections during the academic year. Typically, 3 in the Fall and 3 in the Spring. Two of the sections in Fall and/or Spring may be the same course. Primary teaching responsibilities will include global health/systems, health behavior theory, health communication, health program planning. Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow. Things you can choose to do: Improve your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus. Advance your scholarship by working with undergraduate research assistants, joining a writing retreat, applying for an internal grant, receiving travel funds to present at conferences, receiving help applying for external grants, and making use of our research facilities. Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College's membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD). How to apply: Visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs/ and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following: Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications Curriculum vitae A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy A brief (one page) statement in which you describe how your lived experiences and/or teaching activities contribute to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable) The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone. For full consideration, applications must be received by January 31, 2025. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; finalists may be asked to submit other materials as needed. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee. Things you might like: Based on AAUP (American Association of University Professors) and CUPA (College and University Professional Association) data, we offer a starting salary that is competitive with our peer institutions as well as comprehensive benefits that prioritize your personal and financial well-being. Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns Ac ess to mental health apps Onsite health services Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities Paid parental leave Multifaith sabbath Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment) 1-on-1 financial coaching Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving 2,000 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/. Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities. Learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB): https://gustavus.edu/deib/. Program Information: The Public Health interdisciplinary program is a newly-approved major at the college, integrating theory and practical work in public health, communication studies, political science, nursing, and management. This new position will require teaching in a broad array of coursework including but not limited to program planning, health behavior theory, health communication, and global health. Posted 12/12/2024 Contact Karl Larson | klarson3@gustavus.edu | tel:507-933-7591 Posted: Thu Dec 12, 2024 To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5867809 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-9d99eabf8f930c49966529f5337089e0