About the role#
The University of South Carolina Beaufort is hiring a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator for the Department of Public Health and Human Services. This role combines teaching, scholarly research, and administrative oversight of the department internship program. The appointment is a 9-month position starting in August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Teach four undergraduate Public Health courses each semester, including topics like Health Behavior, Health Inequalities, and Health Promotion.
- Manage internship operations, including placing students, measuring program effectiveness, and tracking student progress.
- Maintain clear communication with students and community organization leaders.
- Conduct scholarly research that meets tenure-track requirements.
- Support the Chair of Public Health and Human Services with departmental needs and other assigned duties.
What you'll need#
- A doctorate in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Administration, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
- Candidates who are ABD will be considered if the degree is conferred by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated potential or ability to conduct scholarly research.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
- Expertise in Public Health or Human Services.
- CHES or CPH certification is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in Beaufort, South Carolina.
- The role is full-time and tenure-track.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
About University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a public institution of higher education based in Columbia. It was founded in 1801 and maintains eight campuses across 20 locations. The university system serves more than 54,000 students. It employs over 13,000 people and focuses on academic research and student instruction.
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