Assistant Professor of Instruction in Public Health

Texas State University

San Marcos, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Advice, Career Counseling, College Level Faculty, Community Health, Employment Law, Epidemiology, Exercise Science, Federal Laws and Regulations, Health Department, Health Education, Human Health, Mentoring, Public Health, Recreation, Recreational Therapy, Research Skills, Sports Management, Sports Science, State Laws and Regulations, Teach Graduate Students, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
San Marcos, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title Assistant Professor of Instruction in Public Health Job Posting Number 2026112NTL Job Location San Marcos College/Division College of Education Department/School Dept of Health & Human Performance Position Description

The Department of Health and Human Performance is seeking applicants to fill a non-tenure-line position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction to teach in the undergraduate and graduate public health programs at Texas State University. Applicants with expertise in all areas related to public health, community health, health promotion, or health education are invited to apply.

This position is a non-tenure-line, nine-month faculty of instruction position. The individual selected for this position will be expected to teach graduate level and undergraduate courses, as departmental needs require. Other responsibilities will include service to the department and the university, community outreach, mentoring graduate students, and general academic and career advising and assistance.

The Department of Health and Human Performance, with over 40 full-time faculty, serves approximately 2,400 students seeking undergraduate and graduate degrees in Athletic Training, Exercise & Sports Science, Public Health, Recreation & Sport Management, and Recreational Therapy. Texas State University also offers a comprehensive employee wellness program led by an interdisciplinary research team that provides opportunities for collaborative studies.

The public health program offers a BS in Public Health, an MS in Public Health Education and Promotion, and recently launched an interdisciplinary MPH with concentrations in community health & behavior and epidemiology.

This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

  • Earned doctorate (e.g., PhD, DrPH) in public health, health education, health promotion, health behavior, or related field by date of hire.
  • Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
  • CHES/MCHES or CPH eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrable evidence of high-quality teaching public health, health education, health promotion, or health behavior courses at the university level.
  • Demonstrable evidence of using a variety of instructional strategies, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid delivery, experiential learning, or field-based experiences to engage students.
  • Commitment to working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other institutional employees.
  • CHES/MCHES or CPH certification.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56821.

To ensure full consideration, please submit the following before June 10, 2026:

  • Cover Letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications.
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).

The selected candidate will be required to provide transcripts from all degree granting universities.

If you have questions, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Mr. Kyle Patek, kylepatek@txstate.edu.

Type of Position Full-Time Proposed Start Date Fall 2026 Posting Date 04/24/2026 Review Date 06/10/2026 Close Date 06/10/2026 Open Until Filled? No Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact-advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56821 Special Instructions Summary

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Optional Documents

  • DD 214/DD1300
  • Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have an earned doctorate (e.g., PhD, DrPH) in public health, health education, health promotion, health behavior, or related field or ABD with anticipated completion prior to date of hire?
  • Yes, I have an earned doctorate (e.g., PhD, DrPH) in public health, health education, health promotion, health behavior, or related field.

  • Yes, ABD with anticipated completion prior to date of hire.

  • No.

    • Do you have evidence of potential for excellence in teaching undergraduate students?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Are you CHES/MCHES or CPH eligible?
  • Yes

  • No

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