Georgia Gwinnett College
Health Science: Visiting Lecturer – Spring 2026
Georgia Gwinnett College, Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States, 30243
Job Overview
Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) was founded in 2005 and is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience. GGC values student success, community, and the well-being and professional growth of its employees. The college offers a comprehensive benefits package and supports a culture where faculty and staff can thrive and be valued.
Located on a modern 260-acre campus in Gwinnett County, about 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, GGC provides a vibrant community with access to local amenities that enhance the college experience.
Join GGC and be part of a dynamic team that shapes the lives and achievements of our students and the broader community.
Job Summary The Lecturer is responsible for course instruction while fostering creativity in the learning environment and promoting robust student engagement. Successful candidates will teach courses in the health sciences concentrations of Public Health and Patient Navigation. Candidates must be able to engage with GGC’s global student population. This is a one-semester full-time appointment in the School of Health Sciences for the Spring Semester beginning January 2026. This position reports directly to the Department Chair of Health Sciences.
Responsibilities
Essential Function 1 – Effectively teach and evaluate students in the classroom and field settings.
Essential Function 2 – Collaborate with other faculty to ensure student learning and program outcomes are met.
Essential Function 3 – Mentor students as needed.
Essential Function 4 – Instruct students in the clinical practice lab settings.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in public health, health sciences or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Public Health or related field
1-2 years of experience in higher education
Proficiency with D2L Learning Management System, Banner INB, & Microsoft Office Software
Background in Public Health, Health Administration, or Health Promotion
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Must be able to develop, implement and evaluate teaching plans for classroom and practice lab settings.
Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
Must be collegial with faculty, staff, and students.
Ready to embrace and work with GGC’s global student population.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia (USG) has core values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at the USG policy manual. USG also supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5.
Conditions of Employment Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and completion of a background investigation, which may include a criminal background check and, if applicable, a credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are subject to applicable laws and BOR/USG policies.
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It recruits, hires, trains, and promotes without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by law.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
Other Information Due to the volume of applications, the College may not respond to all applicants. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
How to Apply To apply, visit the official Georgia Gwinnett College careers page and submit the required materials.
For additional information about the college’s approach to innovation in teaching, GGC offers leading-edge technology, personal attention, and hands-on learning experiences for students who want to forge their own paths. Creativity is encouraged and rewarded, and students and faculty are urged to think big.
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Located on a modern 260-acre campus in Gwinnett County, about 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, GGC provides a vibrant community with access to local amenities that enhance the college experience.
Join GGC and be part of a dynamic team that shapes the lives and achievements of our students and the broader community.
Job Summary The Lecturer is responsible for course instruction while fostering creativity in the learning environment and promoting robust student engagement. Successful candidates will teach courses in the health sciences concentrations of Public Health and Patient Navigation. Candidates must be able to engage with GGC’s global student population. This is a one-semester full-time appointment in the School of Health Sciences for the Spring Semester beginning January 2026. This position reports directly to the Department Chair of Health Sciences.
Responsibilities
Essential Function 1 – Effectively teach and evaluate students in the classroom and field settings.
Essential Function 2 – Collaborate with other faculty to ensure student learning and program outcomes are met.
Essential Function 3 – Mentor students as needed.
Essential Function 4 – Instruct students in the clinical practice lab settings.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in public health, health sciences or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Public Health or related field
1-2 years of experience in higher education
Proficiency with D2L Learning Management System, Banner INB, & Microsoft Office Software
Background in Public Health, Health Administration, or Health Promotion
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Must be able to develop, implement and evaluate teaching plans for classroom and practice lab settings.
Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
Must be collegial with faculty, staff, and students.
Ready to embrace and work with GGC’s global student population.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia (USG) has core values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at the USG policy manual. USG also supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5.
Conditions of Employment Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and completion of a background investigation, which may include a criminal background check and, if applicable, a credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are subject to applicable laws and BOR/USG policies.
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It recruits, hires, trains, and promotes without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by law.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
Other Information Due to the volume of applications, the College may not respond to all applicants. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
How to Apply To apply, visit the official Georgia Gwinnett College careers page and submit the required materials.
For additional information about the college’s approach to innovation in teaching, GGC offers leading-edge technology, personal attention, and hands-on learning experiences for students who want to forge their own paths. Creativity is encouraged and rewarded, and students and faculty are urged to think big.
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