26-61 Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Health

Location: West Chester University, PA

Job Number: 26-61

Department: College of Health Sciences

Division: Health

Opening Date: 11/11/2025

Position Summary

Join a vibrant equity-minded campus whose excellence is reflected in its community, cultural engagement, and student success. The Department of Public Health Sciences invites applicants for a 9-month, Full-time, Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Health position. The position begins in August 2026.

West Chester University (WCU), a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good .

The Department of Public Health Sciences (DPHS), part of the College of Health Sciences, advances public health as both a scientific discipline and a practice-based profession. Our program offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Public Health, an EHAC-accredited Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health Science, and a CEPH-accredited Master of Public Health (MPH), among other undergraduate, minor, and certificate programs. DPHS faculty engage in research, community partnerships, and innovative pedagogy that integrate classroom learning with applied practice experiences. Our programs are rooted in collaboration and evidence-based approaches that prepare students for meaningful impact in diverse public health settings. Learn more about the Department of Public Health Sciences .

The faculty position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in public health. Courses may be offered in-person, online, and/or hybrid modalities, depending on department needs. The ideal candidate will use innovative teaching skills and demonstrate strong attention to the learning and teaching needs of the department's students. Their experience, substantive specialization, and pedagogical training will serve to strengthen the department's mission and vision. The faculty will collaborate with other departmental and college faculty and staff to ensure student success. The candidate is a dynamic teacher-scholar with both practice-based experience and research expertise in public health that complements the department's mission.

This is a full-time, 9-month appointment. There is potential for summer and winter session instructional opportunities.

Responsibilities include :

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate public health courses (e.g., Health Behavior, Research Methods, Health Equity, Internship, and Environmental Health) in approved modalities. Additional courses may be assigned based on area of specialization depending on department needs
• Develop and sustain a program of research and scholarly activities that leads to peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and external funding
• Mentor students in research and scholarly activities, applied learning experiences, and professional development
• Advise students and support student success
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, public health profession, and community
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Public Health or a closely related discipline. ABD may be considered - must be completed by August 2026
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate level course in public health or a closely related discipline
• Ability to teach three or more of the following courses:

• ENV 102 Humans and the Environment
• HEA 276 Achieving Health Equity
• HEA 330 Health Behavior
• HEA 419 Research Methods in Health
• HEA 418 Preparation for Internship and Professional Practice Seminar
• HEA 421 Internship

• Demonstrated record of practice in public health or closely related discipline
• Active program of empirical research with peer-reviewed publication(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned MPH/MS from a CEPH-accredited program; and/or
• Experience teaching in multiple modalities (i.e., face-to-face, online, hybrid); and/or
• Experience with innovative, high-impact, and inclusive teaching practices; and/or
• Professional practice experience in areas such as Health Behavior, Epidemiology, Health Services Research, or Population Health Analytics; and/or
• Experience mentoring students in research or applied practice experiences

Special Instructions

West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers highly competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

Apply online at . Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Review of applications will begin in January 2026 and continues until the position is filled.

Applicants must successfully complete the application and interview process to be considered a finalist. This will include a research/scholarly presentation and teaching demonstration.

Required Documents for Consideration

As an applicant, submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of Teaching philosophy
• Statement of Research presentation
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required later for employment.)
• List of three references with contact information (Name, email, and telephone number). Letters of recommendation will be solicited electronically at a later date.
• Service Statement (see below):

West Chester University is a community of educators that develops graduates to succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

WCU GRADUATES WILL:

• Apply scientific reasoning and demonstrate quantitative and qualitative literacy
• Collaborate with others to solve problems and address societal needs
• Communicate effectively and participate in civic discourse
• Engage inclusively in a diverse society
• Understand the ethical implications of decisions and the world in which they live

INSTITUTIONAL GOALS:

To fulfill its mission as a public institution serving the Commonwealth, West Chester University will focus on student success and institutional improvement as measured by the degree to which WCU demonstrates:

• Access to learning
• Community and cultural engagement
• Continuous improvement
• Critical thinking
• Inclusion
• Scholarly and creative activities
• Sustainability

Given this, please select from one of the prompts below to create a service statement (no more than 1 page)

Engagement with the Campus Community

• Describe your efforts to create an inclusive and supportive campus environment for all students, faculty, and staff. How have you contributed to fostering a sense of belonging in your department or institution?

Mentorship and Student Support

• How have you worked to support and mentor students with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives? Share specific examples of how you have helped students navigate challenges in their academic or professional journeys.

Outreach and Community Involvement

• Discuss your experiences working with community organizations, schools, or educational programs that aim to expand access to higher education. How have you helped ensure broader participation in your field?

Pedagogical and Curricular Contributions

• How have you contributed to developing curricula, programs, or initiatives that are accessible and relevant to a broad range of students? Provide examples of how you have designed or implemented courses that engage with multiple perspectives.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Reflect on your participation in initiatives, committees, or professional development activities that aim to create a welcoming academic environment. How have you collaborated with colleagues to enhance student success and engagement?

Research and Scholarship Impact

• In what ways has your research or scholarly work contributed to increasing opportunities, perspectives, and voices in your field? Describe any projects or initiatives aimed at broadening participation, access or engagement.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.

Email [email protected] for questions regarding the application process.