Position Title:

Department Chair/Associate or Full Professor of Public Health

202400133F

Associate or Full Professor

Exempt

Salary commensurate with experience, education and level of appointment.

Full-Time Tenure Track

College of Health Sciences

Dept of Public Health

10/21/2024

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40437

Ron Reed

Interim Assoc Dean
rlr054@shsu.edu
Box 2301
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341

936/294-2392

rlr054@shsu.edu

The Department of Public Health is pleased to embark on the search for its next academic leader. The mission of the Department of Public Health is to foster student-centered learning for early and advanced health professionals, to conduct applied, evidence-based research in population health, and to improve health and well-being through community engagement at the local, state, and global levels. The Department of Public Health is one of four College of Health Sciences academic units. The department offers five undergraduate and two graduate programs, with a new online Master of Healthcare Administration program currently in development. Public Health is the largest department in the college, with 1,327 undergraduate students and 56 graduate students as of Fall 2024.




DUTIES:

The Chair/faculty teaches in the area of healthcare administration, public health, or health sciences at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. They plan, implement, and evaluate degree programs. Additionally, they handle all administrative duties associated with the department and mentor junior faculty. The role also involves developing the professional attributes of administrative staff and student workers, while fostering relationships with community and state partners. The Chair oversees the accreditation of degree programs and acquires resources for faculty and programs. They serve as an ambassador for the department, the College of Health Sciences (COHS), and the University. Responsibilities include recruiting undergraduate and graduate students, advising students, and assessing and developing curriculum while maintaining SACS standards for faculty and degree programs. They promote the professional development of students, counsel those with academic issues, and maintain excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service to the department and university. Other related duties are requested or assigned by the administration. An extended list of responsibilities for academic department chairs at SHSU is available at the following link:
Responsibilities of the Department Chair.

Earned Doctorate in Public Health, Health Care Administration, Health Science, or a related discipline from an accredited university.

At least three years of program instruction at a higher education institution. At least three years of an established record of university leadership (program coordinator or director, department chair, or higher).




PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of three years of practical experience in public health, healthcare administration, health sciences or other related health fields in non-academic environments. Scholarly productivity; excellent teaching evaluations; record of service within the discipline; experience with accrediting bodies, procedures, and assessment; and involvement in related professional organizations.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: A letter of application addressing interest in the position. A teaching statement. A research goals statement. Current vitae. Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned. Names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications to begin immediately. Applications and required documentation should be uploaded into the SHSU Human Resource portal for the position.


LOCATION:
There are multiple options for places to live near our campuses. The city of Huntsville is nestled in the East Texas Piney Woods and is centrally located on a direct route between Houston and Dallas. With a population of roughly 40,000 (excluding SHSU), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-town life and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe, The Woodlands, and Bryan/College Station. Full of Texas history and charm, this county seat is home to multiple museums, annual festivities, antique stores, year-round outdoor activities, vineyards, golf courses, lakes, and a beautiful state park. In a little over an hour after leaving the main campus, you can arrive in downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainment venues and art museums. If you prefer life on the water, Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston are a short commute, and Galveston Island and the Gulf Coast are a two-hour drive.
For more information regarding the area, please visit:
https://www.shsu.edu/dept/academic-affairs/prospective-faculty/index.html

Yes

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.