Public Health Instructor ICB
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University of Colorado Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Nontenure track Instructor
Working Title: Public Health Instructor ICB
FTE: Fulltime or parttime Full time 0.9 FTE
Salary Range: $59000 $64000 9 month AY base salary
Position #Requisition #36457
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About the University of Colorado Denver
The University of Colorado Denver is the states premier public urban research university and equityserving institution. Globally connected and locally invested CU Denver partners with futurefocused learners and communities to design accessible relevant transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research and creative work. As part of the states largest university system CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy with 2000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information visit ucdenver.
Located in the Haidian District of Beijing ICB is an international partnership between China Agricultural University (CAU) and the University of Colorado Denver that offers complete undergraduate programs in Economics and Communication. All courses are administered and taught by CU Denver faculty in English and the degree earned is awarded by CU Denver. The ICB program offers a thriving and collegial environment that strives to embody the best promises of international education. For more information about the CU Denver/ICB program please see the International College Beijing web site: receive an allowance to purchase airline tickets to and from Beijing (the first ticket to Beijing is covered by the university) international health insurance and the option of free oncampus housing or discounted oncampus housing at higher levels of accommodation. Semesters are 12 weeks long; semester start dates are based on the lunar calendar with fall semesters beginning early to midSeptember and spring semesters beginning in early to midFebruary.
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Based on certain employee situations we may not be able to hire candidates directly as CU employees and may need to use a Professional Employment Organization (PEO) to complete the hire.
Faculty hired to teach at ICB must be able to meet the requirements to obtain the Z Visa to work in China Our understanding of these requirements includes: prior to the position start date international (nonChinese) candidates must hold their Masters degree or above and have worked fulltime for at least two years in a relevant area after receiving their Bachelors degree or begin their appointment at ICB within 12 months of obtaining their Ph.D. Under these Chinese rules the maximum age of candidates seeking a work Visa is 59. These requirements are subject to change by the Chinese government without notice.
Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at *
The University of Colorado Denver Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences invites applications for a fulltime nontenuretrack teaching position at the International College of Beijing (ICB). The job will commence in Beijing in Fall 2025. Depending on the performance of the individual hired multiyear renewals are possible.
We seek to hire a colleague who can teach a wide range of Public Health courses to support a current Public Health minor and an emerging Public Health major. Initial courses to be offered are Introduction to Public Health Introduction to Epidemiology Introduction to Environmental Health Health Policy Global Health and Social Determinants of Health.
Above all else we seek a dynamic teacher committed to best practices in studentcentered pedagogy and advancing the internationalization of communication via handson skillsbased experiential and problembased learning. The ICB is a unique international collaboration embodying best practices in international and intercultural communication so the ideal candidate will function not only as a classroom teacher and student advocate but as a cultural ambassador helping to merge pedagogies with Chinese cultural practices.
The teaching load is 24 credit hours 80 distributed among 4 credit and 3 credit courses per academic year. The instructor is responsible for teaching a range of public health courses (see courses listed above) and will also assume 10 of their duties in service roles. These service roles will include advising students in the Public Health minor but may also include creating and overseeing opportunities on campus related to Public Health working on the annual ICB newsletter outcomes assessment projects and other tasks in conversation with the Chair and ICB Director.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Masters degree in Public Health or a closely allied field (e.g. Anthropology Geography Psychology Sociology) (Englishmedium)
- Two years teaching experience (Englishmedium)
- Independent teaching experience
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
- PhD in Public Health or a closely allied field (e.g. Anthropology Geography Psychology or Sociology)
Conditions of Employment
- Required to work in China for this position.
- Faculty hired to teach at ICB must be able to meet the requirements to obtain the Z Visa to work in China be paid via CU Denver payroll you must have a social security number and a U.S. bank account for direct deposit.
Mental Physical and/or Environmental Requirements
For additional conditions of employment relating to mental physical or environmental concerns please see the following Guidelines for Physical and Mental Job Requirements and additional functional attributes here.
NonDiscrimination Statement
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness respect communication and understanding. We encourage applications inclusive of race color national origin sex age disability creed religion veteran status marital status political affiliation political philosophy pregnancy or related conditions sexual orientation gender identity and gender expression.
The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.
Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for U.S. visa sponsorship.
As of 7/1/2023 The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID19 but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: and Benefits
The salary range or hiring range for this position has been established at $59000 $64000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity experience education specialty and training.
The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits statement to include in all benefitseligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.
Benefits: Compensation Calculator: Deadline
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by March 28 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:
To apply please visit: and attach:
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
- Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and offlist references).
Questions should be directed to: Dr. Jennifer Boylan
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational clinical research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must therefore consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
Employment Type
Full-Time
