Assistant Professor Epidemiology

Department

Public Health, Chair

Compensation

$80,000.00 Annual

 

General Description/Primary Purpose:  The Department of Public Health is seeking a 9-month, tenure-earning, Assistant Professor of Public Health in the CEPH accredited Master of Public Health and Public Health Undergraduate Programs, to start fall 2026. Position responsibilities include a teaching load of two courses each fall and spring, with the opportunity to teach one course in the summer. The position will be teaching in both the MPH and BSH programs to include graduate Public Health Policy and Advocacy and Public Health Leadership and Management; teaching additional graduate and undergraduate courses in social and behavioral sciences or other specific content in the candidate’s area of expertise per program needs; conducting and publishing research in areas of expertise; seeking extramural funding; and performing university, community, and professional service.

 

Supervisor: This position will report to the Department Chair.

 

Working Hours:  Varies

 

Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role.

 

Required Licensure: N/A

 

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 3, 2026. 

 

Required Qualifications: Doctorate in Public Health with an emphasis in Public Health Policy and Management or a Doctorate in a closely related field with a Master’s degree in Public Health; doctoral degree conferred no later than August 1, 2026; proven record of, or potential for, excellence in teaching; proven record of, or potential for, extramural funding and scholarly research leading to peer-reviewed publications; commitment to university, community, and professional service.

 

Preferred Qualifications / Skills: Graduate degree(s) from CEPH accredited school or program of public health. Previous teaching experience at the University level. Area of expertise in Public Health Policy, Advocacy, Leadership and Management.

 

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:

• Cover letter

• Current curriculum vitae

 

Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.

 

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

 

Additional Requirements:

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

• Passport (all pages including blank pages) and

• Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

 

Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on November 18, 2025.

 

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.

 

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Pam Niemczyk  at 904-620-2810 or p.niemczyk@unf.edu.

 

About the Department: At the University of North Florida, the Department of Public Health prepares future health professionals to lead with knowledge, compassion, and impact. With undergraduate and graduate programs in Public Health and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, students gain hands-on experience and career-ready skills guided by nationally recognized standards. Whether you are launching your career or advancing in the field, our programs open doors to opportunities in public and private healthcare settings. Fieldwork and study abroad experiences provide real-world learning that sets UNF graduates apart. For more information about the Department of Public Health visit: https://www.unf.edu/brooks/public-health/.

 

 

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against