Missouri Baptist University is looking to hire an Assistant/Associate Professor. This is a full-time 12-month appointment. This position supports an MPH Program, and candidates with strong teaching experience are highly encouraged to apply. We seek individuals with expertise in global health systems, community based interventions, or health policy development to contribute to our mission of preparing public health leaders.

Summary

Faculty members are directly responsible and accountable for ensuring the school’s education goals and objectives. These responsibilities require leadership in academic workforce areas, including meeting student retention goals, participating in educational planning, evaluating student performance, motivating, and advising students, and generating program reports as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach courses assigned, determined by needs and/or expertise.

• Assist in curriculum development and instructional advancement in public health.

• Assess the instructional needs of students in the program and help coordinate developing a plan to address these needs.

• Participate in scholarship to teaching, application, and the integration and discovery of knowledge through research and/or professional practice.

• Cultivate strategic partnerships with community practitioners related to public health

• Serve on the Advisory Board for public health programs

• As applicable, participate in School/University committees, planning sessions and accreditation site visits.
  

Minimum Requirements/Certifications/Licensure

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Global Health, Community Health, Healthcare Policy or related discipline from an accredited institution. A doctorate in a related field must be conferred prior to start date.

• Demonstrated ability to teach graduate level courses in Global Health, Community Health, or Healthcare Policy.

• Experience designing, developing, and delivering online courses using Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle).

Preferred Education/Experience

• Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., DrPH, or other terminal degree) in Public Health, Global Health, Community Health, Healthcare Policy or a related discipline from an accredited institution

• Substantial experience teaching in an online format, including knowledge of best practices in online pedagogy and course design

• Experience in global health programs, community health initiatives, or healthcare policy advocacy

• Demonstrated success in research, grant writing, or securing external funding for public health initiatives

• Familiarity with health disparities and social determinants of health

• Active membership in relevant public health organizations, such as the American Public Health Association (APHA).

How to Apply

Applicants should electronically submit the following items to Heidi Moore (heidi.moore@mobap.edu).

• Cover letter expressing interest in the position, highlighting experience relevant to the role and describing qualifications and accomplishments

• Current curriculum vitae

• Statement of Faith which clearly articulates your view of scripture, salvation and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, active participate in a local church and a commitment to perform duties consistent with and not contrary to the University’s statement of faith which is the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

• Short (1-page) teaching philosophy statement, including online teaching and strategies for engaging online learners

• Unofficial graduate transcripts

• A list of three professional references