The University of Alabama
HES - Assistant Professor, Health Science – Renewable Contract - 527802
The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35485
Job Overview
Job no: 527802
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Alabama
Categories: Non-Tenure-Track/Clinical Faculty
Department: HS-Public Health (217506)
Rank: Assistant Professor
Position Summary The Department of Health Science, College of Human Environmental Sciences at The University of Alabama seeks candidates to serve as a Teaching Assistant Professor of Epidemiology.
Detailed Position Information This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in epidemiology (face-to-face and/or online). The selected candidate will also be expected to provide service to the University, profession, and community, and perform other duties as assigned.
The Department of Health Science comprises 24 full-time faculty members whose research and teaching interests span a variety of areas that center on improving the health and well-being of individuals, communities, populations, and the environment. The Department hosts over 700 majors enrolled in its degree programs, including the BS in Public Health, Master of Public Health, MA in Health Studies, PhD in Health Education and Promotion, and MS in Athletic Training. The BS and MPH degrees are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). More information can be found at the Department website: http://health.ches.ua.edu.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned a doctorate degree in health education, health promotion, public health, epidemiology, or a closely related field at the time of employment.
Graduate degree and/or concentration in epidemiology.
Ability to engage in research and scholarly activities and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, although teaching is the primary focus.
Teaching experience and demonstrated potential for success in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.
Proficiency in epidemiology.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous teaching experience.
Previous health education/public health experience.
Professional association involvement.
Record of community engagement.
Previous experience with the CEPH accreditation process.
Public health or health education-related certification (e.g., CPH, CHES®, MCHES®).
Application Instructions and Required Materials
Deadline: November 30, 2025.
Materials: (a) Cover letter addressing the position description, including a teaching philosophy; (b) Curriculum vitae; (c) List of three professional references, including their qualifications.
Contact: Dr. Don Chaney at don.chaney@ua.edu or Dr. Michael Stellefson at stell001@ches.ua.edu.
References may be contacted and transcripts of graduate coursework may be requested.
Position starts August 16, 2026.
About the Division/College/School At the College of Human Environmental Sciences, we empower students to bring about positive change in the world. Our faculty conduct advanced research, provide outreach and prepare a new generation of professionals with a shared goal of improving lives. CHES brings together a wide range of disciplines which focus on the interaction between individuals, families and the environment. Five distinct departments cover a multitude of human science programs that help individuals across the lifespan improve their mental, physical and financial well-being.
About the University The University of Alabama offers bachelor’s, master's and doctoral degrees in nearly 200 fields of study.
Background Investigation and EEO Statement Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) discrimination is illegal poster.
Advertising Dates Advertised: 20 Oct 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 30 Nov 2025 Central Standard Time
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Position Summary The Department of Health Science, College of Human Environmental Sciences at The University of Alabama seeks candidates to serve as a Teaching Assistant Professor of Epidemiology.
Detailed Position Information This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in epidemiology (face-to-face and/or online). The selected candidate will also be expected to provide service to the University, profession, and community, and perform other duties as assigned.
The Department of Health Science comprises 24 full-time faculty members whose research and teaching interests span a variety of areas that center on improving the health and well-being of individuals, communities, populations, and the environment. The Department hosts over 700 majors enrolled in its degree programs, including the BS in Public Health, Master of Public Health, MA in Health Studies, PhD in Health Education and Promotion, and MS in Athletic Training. The BS and MPH degrees are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). More information can be found at the Department website: http://health.ches.ua.edu.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned a doctorate degree in health education, health promotion, public health, epidemiology, or a closely related field at the time of employment.
Graduate degree and/or concentration in epidemiology.
Ability to engage in research and scholarly activities and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, although teaching is the primary focus.
Teaching experience and demonstrated potential for success in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.
Proficiency in epidemiology.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous teaching experience.
Previous health education/public health experience.
Professional association involvement.
Record of community engagement.
Previous experience with the CEPH accreditation process.
Public health or health education-related certification (e.g., CPH, CHES®, MCHES®).
Application Instructions and Required Materials
Deadline: November 30, 2025.
Materials: (a) Cover letter addressing the position description, including a teaching philosophy; (b) Curriculum vitae; (c) List of three professional references, including their qualifications.
Contact: Dr. Don Chaney at don.chaney@ua.edu or Dr. Michael Stellefson at stell001@ches.ua.edu.
References may be contacted and transcripts of graduate coursework may be requested.
Position starts August 16, 2026.
About the Division/College/School At the College of Human Environmental Sciences, we empower students to bring about positive change in the world. Our faculty conduct advanced research, provide outreach and prepare a new generation of professionals with a shared goal of improving lives. CHES brings together a wide range of disciplines which focus on the interaction between individuals, families and the environment. Five distinct departments cover a multitude of human science programs that help individuals across the lifespan improve their mental, physical and financial well-being.
About the University The University of Alabama offers bachelor’s, master's and doctoral degrees in nearly 200 fields of study.
Background Investigation and EEO Statement Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) discrimination is illegal poster.
Advertising Dates Advertised: 20 Oct 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 30 Nov 2025 Central Standard Time
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