Overview
LSU Health seeks highly motivated and qualified candidates for a full-time, faculty position at a rank commensurate with experience to join the Community Health Science & Policy Program (CHSP) in the School of Public Health (SPH). The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the launch and development of our new Master of Public Health (MPH) program, with a concentration in CHSP on the Louisiana State University Baton Rouge campus.
Responsibilities include assisting in developing and teaching graduate-level courses in community health, health communications, health policy, behavioral health theory, health program development and evaluation, public health project management, and more. The new faculty member will be expected to contribute to the curriculum design and implementation of the MPH program and mentor and advise MPH students in their academic progress. Additional activities include participating in service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels and collaborating with public health agencies and community organizations to foster practical learning experiences for students.
Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary. Applicants must hold a doctorate degree in a public health discipline. Evidence of teaching excellence in higher education, preferably at the graduate level. Additional experience or interest in program development is highly desirable along with expertise in innovative teaching methodologies, including online and hybrid course delivery.
The SPH is located on the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans (LSUHSC-NO) campus. This new hire will serve on the Baton Rouge LSU Campus. The CHSP is one of four programs in the SPH and has a national reputation for health and policy research, community-engaged research and practice, and promoting health equity. The CHSP and SPH are home to several centers, service, and research entities such as the Center for Evidence to Practice, the Institute for Public Health and Justice, the Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Programs, South Central AIDS Education and Training Center, and the Tobacco Control Initiatives to name a few. We collaborate with several organizations, including but not limited to the LSU-LCMC Cancer Center, the Comprehensive Alcohol HIV/AIDS Research Center, and the Louisiana Health Department. CHSP faculty also enjoy strong collaborative relationships with other SPH programs and our Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Allied Health, Graduate Medical Studies, the LSU School of Social Work, and the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. The CHSP offers an MPH degree, an MD/MPH track, a MSW/MPH track, a DVM/MPH track, a PhD Degree, and an MD/PhD track. Program faculty also support the undergraduate (bachelor’s in science) programs in public health (BSPH).
In addition to a CV and cover letter, Applicants should submit:
A research statement describing accomplishments, current work, and future directions;
A statement of teaching interests, teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching and mentoring effectiveness;
A list of three references (who will only be contacted for finalist.
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: Benefits & Retirement
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
About LSU Health New Orleans - School of Public Health
The Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans (LSUHSC-N.O.) is located within the biomedical district of New Orleans. It consists of six professional schools and eight Centers of Excellence. The School of Public Health (SPH) provides four Master’s level, three PhD level, and one bachelor’s level program in addition to its numerous research and service programs in order to advance the public’s health and well-being through education, research, and service, with a focus on issues affecting Louisiana. The SPH is CEPH accredited and maintains a diverse research portfolio with a tradition of funding from NIH, CDC, and a variety of other state and federal agencies and private institutions. For additional information about the School of Public Health please visit: https://publichealth.lsuhsc.edu/.
The Community Health Science & Policy Program faculty have extensive research collaborations with state and federal agencies, as well as with foundations. We teach a rigorous curriculum that leads to Masters of Public Health and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The Community Health Science & Policy faculty are concerned with promoting wellness, preventing disease, and improving the quality of life among marginalized and/or higher-risk communities and populations. Our program advocates the use of a socio-ecological approach to identify and understand the social, cultural, and bio-behavioral determinants affecting health. The diversity of our faculty’s areas of expertise affords students a broad range of perspectives for designing, implementing, and evaluating interventions to address the most pressing public health issues. We invite you to explore our department webpages to learn more about our programs, curriculum, faculty, and ongoing research. Visit https://sph.lsuhsc.edu/education/academic-programs/chsp/ to learn more about us.
