Assistant Professor (School of Health Sciences, Public Health) 9-month appointment
Springfield, MO
Updated: April 22
Assistant Professor (School of Health Sciences, Public Health) 9-month appointment
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The first date of consideration is April 16, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Application materials to be submitted online are:
Application materials to be submitted online are:
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- The names and contact information of at least three references
- Unofficial or official copies of all undergraduate and graduate school transcripts. Official transcript required at time of hire.
- A statement of teaching philosophy which must address the teaching responsibilities
- A research statement including project description, student involvement, and potential collaboration
- Optional statements or evidence: documentation of teaching excellence, statement that discusses past or future contributions to inclusive excellence in research, teaching and/or outreach, etc.
Questions may be directed to SHS@missouristate.edu
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Position Information
| Position Title | Assistant Professor (School of Health Sciences, Public Health) 9-month appointment |
|---|---|
| Work Location | Springfield Campus |
| Department | School of Health Sciences |
| HR Home Department | 020548 SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES |
| Pay Grade | Unclassified |
| Sponsorship Information | Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position may not be eligible for work visa sponsorship. |
| Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees | No, Position is available to all applicants. |
| Faculty Appointment Type | Tenure Track |
| Term (if applicable) | 9 month |
| Begin Date of Appointment | 08/01/2026 |
| Exempt/Non-Exempt | Exempt |
| General Function | The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University. |
| Description of Primary Duties | The position is a 9-month tenure-track faculty appointment as an Assistant Professor in the School of Health Sciences. We seek a candidate who can demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices and experience in public health practice, including teaching at the undergraduate and graduate program levels. The candidate will be knowledgeable about the use of student-focused pedagogy in the seated and online classroom to engage students in the learning process aiming to increase student retention, persistence, and success. The opportunity for teaching summer courses for additional remuneration could be available. Other duties include mentoring graduate research, advising students, and continuing/developing an active and funded research program. Engage in scholarly activity and in the university mission of public affairs by incorporating cultural competence, ethical leadership, and community engagement. We also seek a candidate who is committed to performing meaningful service on department, college, and university committees; participating in departmental activities; serving their profession/discipline; and completing other related duties as assigned. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. |
| Minimum Acceptable Qualifications | The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. |
| Additional Qualifications | - Earned doctorate from a United States accredited institution in environmental health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or a closely related field. - Demonstrate knowledge of biostatistics, environmental health, and research methods, including teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate college levels. - Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process. - Demonstrate potential for peer-reviewed research productivity in a focused area. - Team-oriented with effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. - The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. |
| Link to Job Description | |
| Open Date | 03/17/2026 |
| Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | The first date of consideration is April 16, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Application materials to be submitted online are:
Questions may be directed to SHS@missouristate.edu |
| Equal Opportunity Statement | Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252. |
| Background Check Statement | Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. |
Posting Detail
| Posting Number | 20260017FTF |
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Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts - 1
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interest
- Other Documents -1
- Certificate/License-1
The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University. Description of Primary Duties The position is a 9-month tenure-track faculty appointment as an Assistant Professor in the School of Health Sciences. We seek a candidate who can demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices and experience in public health practice, including teaching at the undergraduate and graduate program levels. The candidate will be knowledgeable about the use of student-focused pedagogy in the seated and online classroom to engage students in the learning process aiming to increase student retention, persistence, and success. The opportunity for teaching summer courses for additional remuneration could be available. Other duties include mentoring graduate research, advising students, and continuing/developing an active and funded research program. Engage in scholarly activity and in the university mission of public affairs by incorporating cultural competence, ethical leadership, and community engagement. We also seek a candidate who is committed to performing meaningful service on department, college, and university committees; participating in departmental activities; serving their profession/discipline; and completing other related duties as assigned. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. Additional Qualifications - Earned doctorate from a United States accredited institution in environmental health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or a closely related field. - Demonstrate knowledge of biostatistics, environmental health, and research methods, including teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate college levels. - Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process. - Demonstrate potential for peer-reviewed research productivity in a focused area. - Team-oriented with effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. - The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
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