Job No. 155190
- Job Title:
- Assistant Teaching Professor - CHS Department of Health Sciences
- Employer:
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University of Missouri-Columbia
- Location:
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Columbia , MO
- Posting Date:
- 18-Mar-2025
- Description:
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Job Description
The College of Health Sciences at the University of Missouri – Columbia (MU) seeks applicants for full time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor faculty positions in the Department of Health Sciences (DHS). Appointment for the position will begin August 1, 2025. DHS supports four areas of emphasis: Health and Wellness, Pre-professional, Leadership and Policy, and Rehabilitation Sciences. Responsibilities will include teaching health sciences courses, development of new curriculum, and service to meet the Department/School/University missions.
About the Department/Program
Housed within the DHS, the Bachelor of Health Science in Health Sciences (BHS in HS) is one of the largest undergraduate degree programs at MU campus and offers a flexible, non-clinical curriculum designed to provide students a broad overview of health and health care, preparing them for both direct entrance into health-related careers or for graduate training in health professions. We are looking for candidates who will be passionate about working with interdisciplinary colleagues to prepare tomorrow’s health professionals with exemplary education.
In addition to our undergraduate offerings, the DHS is proud to offer a Master of Health Administration Degree, designed for those seeking leadership roles in health care management and policy. This program complements our mission to prepare health professionals for diverse and impactful careers.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have earned a doctorate level degree prior to appointment.
Candidates will be evaluated on their:
teaching experience with both in person and online class formats
ability to teach core courses in the department
ability to develop new courses to prepare undergraduate students
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The anticipated salary range for these positions is $70,000 to $78,000.
Application Materials
How to Apply
Please submit your application online through the University of Missouri website at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 55160). Your application should include:
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin April 15, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
For questions about the position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Jessica Hosey at [email protected].
Other Information
At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.
Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.
Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
- Contact information:
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Columbia, MO 65211
- United States
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