ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: HEALTH SCIENCES (HIM)

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Security Sensitive Position? Yes Hours of Work TBA

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number TSU203521 Official TSU Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: HEALTH SCIENCES (HIM) Grant Title N/A Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

This tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Health Sciences will teach professional health science courses, engages in scholarly research, serves on departmental and college committees, and participates in professional activities, including internal and external conferences and seminars. S/he will perform other duties within the range of skills normally associated with a faculty position of this classification in an evolving teaching and learning environment within an integrated learner-centered academic program.

Essential Duties Summary

• Teaches didactic and experiential programs in the classroom, laboratory, or online.
• Engages in active scholarly activities.
• Provides services to College, University, and Community.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range $74,942.19 - $97,425.00 Education

Ph.D degree in a public health or health-related field.

Required Licensing/Certification

• A certification as a registered Health Information Manager (RHIA) or Nutritionist will be preferable.
• Valid Texas Driver's License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Multiple disciplines in health science
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Knowledge of health information and nutrition.

Skill in:

• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Strong time management.
• Interpersonal communication.
• Verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Prepare detailed reports.
• Lead the development or modification of work procedures in the discipline or function for virtually any situation.
• Work independently.
• Strong commitment to teaching and scholarship.
• Work with students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Work Experience

• Capability to teach in different Health Science programs.
• A history in health sciences' counseling and education, research in the health sciences, knowledge of biochemistry.
• Prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level in didactic, laboratory courses and online (2-3 years desirable).
• Prior scholarly activity in an area of interest is desirable.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Handling lightweight objects.
• Using or carrying equipment.

Desired start date Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Ph.D degree in a public health or health-related field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a history in health sciences' counseling and education, research in the health sciences, knowledge of biochemistry?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level in didactic, laboratory courses and online? (2-3 years desirable).

• Yes

• No

• • Are you certified as a registered Health Information Manager (RHIA) or Nutritionist?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3