Job Description
Prairie View A&M University Assistant/Associate Professor (Division of Public Health) Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor (Division of Public Health)
Agency Prairie View A&M University
Department School of Public and Allied Health
Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate
Job Location Prairie View, Texas
Job Type Faculty
Job Description The School of Public and Allied Health at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor in the Division of Public Health. The successful candidate will join a growing and dynamic team dedicated to preparing students for careers in public health. The role involves leadership and management of field education, student advising, and participation in department, college, university, and professional service.
The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position. Responsibilities: Teaching
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Public Health and related disciplines.
- Develop new courses and instructional materials that align with program needs.
- Utilize innovative teaching strategies, including technology-enhanced and online learning.
- Supervise student projects, internships, and independent studies.
Research & Scholarship
- Establish and maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publications.
- Pursue internal and external grants/funding opportunities to support scholarly activities.
- Engage in collaborative research within the School of Public and Allied Health and across disciplines.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in academic planning, research, and professional development.
- Support students in pursuing experiential learning, including research, community engagement, and study abroad opportunities.
Service & Leadership
- Participate in program assessment, accreditation activities, and curriculum development.
- Serve on division, school, and university committees.
- Engage in professional service through memberships, conference presentations, and editorial/reviewer roles.
- Contribute to community outreach and partnerships that promote health parity and allied health initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience: - Doctoral degree (Ph.D., DrPH., or equivalent) in Public Health, Global Health, Health Promotion, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
- Evidence of effective teaching experience at the college/university level.
- Demonstrated scholarly potential, including peer-reviewed publications or a clear research agenda.
- Experience in student mentoring, advising, or supervision.
- 3-5 years of field practice experience is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Strong knowledge of social and behavioral science, epidemiology, health promotion, or related disciplines.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction across multiple learning formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly to various learners.
- Demonstrated skills in research methodology, data analysis, and scholarly writing.
- Ability to mentor and advise students from different academic backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills to balance teaching, research, and service responsibilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to ethical conduct, professional integrity, and lifelong learning.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Knowledge of CEPH accreditation standards and course alignment guidelines.
- Strong knowledge of public health, health promotion and education, or related disciplines.
- Experience with curriculum development and program assessment in CEPH-accredited programs.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction across multiple learning formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with various learners.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and with external community partners.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Commitment to ethical conduct, professional integrity, and lifelong learning.
Job Posting Close Date: Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.
PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!
Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.
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