Overview
Job ID: 142195
Rank: Assistant Professor
College/School: Chicago, IL – College of Science & Health
Responsibilities: The Department of Health Sciences at DePaul University in Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting September 2025. We seek candidates broadly trained in public health. A PhD or DrPH in public health is preferred. Candidates with a PhD in a related field who focus on public health are also encouraged to apply. Previous teaching experience is preferred.
Our department serves a diverse student body of over 500 undergraduate students pursuing a BS degree with concentrations in ‘Bioscience’ or ‘Public Health Sciences’, and over 40 students in the Master of Public Health program with concentrations in ‘Community Health Practice’ or ‘Social Epidemiology’. A Master in Gerontology is in development. Our faculty train students to address individual and community health challenges using a collaborative approach that combines natural and social scientific perspectives. Applicants must have a strong commitment to educating a diverse student body and an interest in contributing to a multidisciplinary department. Our faculty collaborate with external partners in Chicago and beyond, as well as across university departments. Candidates whose research or teaching includes active engagement with community partners are encouraged to apply. Start-up funds are available.
Teaching responsibilities will include development and instruction of public health courses and new courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise, as well as core undergraduate courses in the department. Faculty typically teach 6 courses per academic year (spread across 3 quarters) and are eligible for a pre-tenure research leave. Applicants are expected to develop an active and productive research program that involves students and results in peer-reviewed publications. Applicants are encouraged to seek internal and external funding to support their research. Service to the department, college, and university also is expected.
About the College
The College of Science and Health is the third largest college at DePaul, enrolling over 3,000 students. The college includes programs in health sciences, biology, neuroscience, nursing, psychology, chemistry and biochemistry, occupational therapy, environmental science and studies, mathematics, physics and astrophysics, and speech language pathology. The College of Science and Health provides high quality, personalized, accessible science and health education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul. Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society. The College is located on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus.
About the University
With an overall enrollment of over 21,000 students, DePaul is the nation’s twelfth largest private, non-profit university.
DePaul University seeks applicants that reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Applicants who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. Members of historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications:
Applicants should have:
PhD or equivalent degree
Demonstrated record of or potential for excellence in teaching
Demonstrated record of or potential for productive scholarship
Special Instructions to Applicants:
A complete application should include the following:
Cover letter addressing interest in the position
Curriculum vitae
Teaching statement that articulates teaching philosophy, experience, and course interests (1 page)
Research plan describing contributions to the field and future plans, including opportunities for student involvement (2 page maximum)
Statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion experiences and values (1 page)
Three letters from professional references. References will be contacted through Interfolio to upload reference letters.
Review of applications will begin November 13, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. For further questions about this position please contact the search committee chair, Dr. John Mazzeo (jmazzeo@depaul.edu).
Applicant Documents
Cover Letter(1)
C.V.(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
Research Plan(1)
Diversity Statement(1)
Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)
