Assistant Professor of Health Sciences

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NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

Job Summary:

The Health Science Faculty at West Texas A&M University is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction supporting student success and contributing to the growth and development of the Health Science Department. This position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses developing and revising curriculum and engaging in service activities that support the mission of the university and the healthcare workforce needs of the Texas Panhandle.

The instructor will provide engaging evidence-based instruction in areas such as population health healthcare systems health promotion and rural health utilizing a variety of instructional modalities including face-to-face hybrid and online delivery. The role includes mentoring students advising on academic and career pathways and facilitating experiential learning opportunities such as internships clinical placements and community-based projects.

In addition to teaching responsibilities the Health Science Instructor will participate in program assessment accreditation activities and continuous quality improvement initiatives. The position requires collaboration with faculty staff and community partners to strengthen healthcare education pathways and expand workforce development efforts.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence student-centered learning and service to rural and underserved populations. This role supports the broader mission of West Texas A&M University by preparing graduates who are equipped to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the region and beyond.

Work Performed:

The Health Science Faculty at West Texas A&M University performs a broad range of teaching service and program development responsibilities that support the mission of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the Universitys commitment to preparing healthcare professionals who improve the health and well-being of the Texas Panhandle and beyond. The College emphasizes developing exemplary practitioners through education research service outreach and community partnerships.

Primary responsibilities include planning developing and delivering undergraduate and graduate Health Science courses using evidence-based instructional practices in face-to-face hybrid and online learning environments. The instructor evaluates student learning outcomes maintains academic records provides academic advising and mentoring and fosters an inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement retention persistence and graduation.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Masters or Doctoral degree (PhD DrPH EdD DNP or related) in Health Sciences Public Health Healthcare Administration or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in undergraduate and/or graduate health science courses (face-to-face hybrid and/or online formats)
• Evidence of expertise in one or more relevant areas such as population health rural health healthcare systems epidemiology health promotion or health policy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse student populations
• Commitment to student success mentorship and experiential learning (internships clinicals or applied practice experiences)
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development program assessment and continuous quality improvement
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills to support program growth and community engagement
• Eligibility for appointment consistent with university and system policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (PhD DrPH EdD DNP or related) in Health Sciences.
• Experience teaching in a rural-serving or regional university environment with a demonstrated record of scholarship research or creative activity appropriate to rank (publications presentations grant activity)
• Experience with accreditation processes (e.g. program review outcomes assessment compliance reporting)
• Established relationships or experience working with healthcare systems public health agencies or community organizations
• Experience securing or participating in grant-funded projects or workforce development initiatives
• Interdisciplinary collaboration experience across health-related programs
• Experience with student advising retention initiatives and career placement support
• Professional certification or licensure relevant to the discipline (e.g. CHES MHA RN APRN etc.) if applicable

Applicant Instructions:

We require the following:

• Letter of interest or cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Portfolio of creative work (where applicable)
• Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research teaching and service as applicable
• Samples of unpublished works or works in progress (where applicable)
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
• Three professional references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the My Experience page before continuing through the application. Please use the Upload button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents please contact WTAMU Human Resources at .

Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans additional health and lifestyle programs and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4.

Due to budgetary reasons West Texas A&M University will not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

For additional questions or information regarding this position please contact:

Search Committee Chair: Michelle Kirksey

Department: College of Nursing and Health Sciences

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.