University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Assistant Professor.
Position Description:
POSITION:
A tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor is available in the Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. The department seeks a candidate with expertise in public health committed to teaching excellence and maintaining an active research and service program. This appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2025/2026 academic year.
DUTIES:
Develop and teach a variety of graduate and undergraduate public health courses as needed.
Establish a program of scholarship that includes student collaborators.
Contribute to programmatic operations, departmental efforts, and broader faculty governance activities.
Promote student development and academic achievement through advising, mentoring, and service projects.
Collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners from a wide range of cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds
Actively participate in relevant public health organizations.
DEPARTMENT:
The Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies has five full-time faculty and is home to the Master of Public Health and two undergraduate majors –Environmental Public Health and Public Health — as well as three minors (Environment, Society and Culture; Environmental Science; and Public Health) and two certificates (undergraduate certificate in Sustainability and Climate Action, graduate certificate in Public Health).
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire an institution of approximately 9,000 undergraduate students, 700 graduate students, and over 600 instructional faculty, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. In 2022, we were recognized by US News and World Report as the highest-rated public regional university in Wisconsin and in 2024, as the top public regional comprehensive university in undergraduate research and creative projects in the nation. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, well-regarded public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/. You must create an account and login before you can apply. If you have not yet registered, click on the "Click here to Register" link to begin the registration process. If you are already a registered user, input your "Username" and "Password" and select "Login." Click the link to the Public Health and Environmental Studies: Assistant Professor position (Job ID #21275) and then click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application electronically. Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are attached, and all required fields are completed. Please be sure you have included the following as separate documents in PDF format:
Letter of application
Unofficial graduate school transcripts
Curriculum vita
Single page teaching philosophy statement
Single page statement of research interests and plans
Single page statement to describe present, and/or future contributions to fostering belonging
Full contact information for three references
Please direct requests for additional information to: Dr. Marilyn Gardner, Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies; gardnemm@uwec.edu.
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by November 3, 2024. However, screening may continue until the position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check.
Employment will also require candidates and references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report: https://www.uwec.edu/sites/default/files/2024-09/2024%20Annual%20Security%20and%20Fire%20Safety%20Report_UW_Eau%20Claire.pdf
UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer.
Position Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Earned doctorate in public health or related discipline with an earned MPH. ABD applicants may be considered but must complete the terminal degree by August 17, 2025.
Demonstrated potential to teach undergraduate and graduate public health courses in both online and campus-based settings.
Demonstrated potential for establishing a program of scholarship and publication.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience teaching a broad range of undergraduate and graduate students using high-impact practices.
Experience developing competency-based online and campus-based courses.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of CEPH accreditation standards.
Experience mentoring and/or advising students in their academic and career development.
Experience working in public health.
Demonstrated commitment to values of accessibility, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Position closes on: 2024-11-03
Where to Apply: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/21275