ASSISTANT PROFESSOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Faculty governance, accreditation compliance, and graduate program outcomes don't sustain themselves. When no one owns the scholarly and instructional infrastructure of a graduate program, curriculum drift, advising gaps, and research stagnation follow. The Assistant Professor holds the teaching, scholarship, and service triad that accrediting bodies evaluate and that graduate students depend on for degree completion and career readiness. Tenure-track expectations make this a role defined by cumulative output, peer-reviewed publications, funded inquiry, and documented student success across MPH, MS, and comparable terminal degree programs.

As the Assistant Professor, you deliver graduate-level instruction and contribute original scholarship within your discipline while supporting program accreditation and student mentorship across a university department or school. You carry a portfolio spanning course development, faculty governance participation, and externally oriented research dissemination, typically reporting to a department chair or program director within a college or academic unit.

Career Impact: Sustained output in peer-reviewed publications and graduate student supervision builds the research record required for promotion through the tenure track within a recognized academic institution.

Business Impact: Graduate students in professional science, public health, or biomedical programs advance to workforce-ready careers faster when advising, field placement coordination, and career development support are actively owned by a dedicated faculty member.

Growth Opportunity: The breadth of the role, spanning curriculum design, grant writing, and doctoral mentorship, positions you for senior faculty rank and leadership of interdisciplinary research initiatives over time.

• Design and deliver graduate-level courses across in-person and online modalities to meet program learning outcomes.
• Advise and mentor graduate students through degree milestones, including practicum placements, dissertations, and career preparation.
• Conduct and publish original research in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Develop and submit research grant proposals to external funding agencies in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate field or laboratory placement activities, including site identification, instructor orientation, and student progress monitoring.
• Contribute to curriculum review and program development in alignment with accreditation standards.
• Serve on departmental, college, and university governance committees as assigned.
• Track and report program outcome data, including time-to-degree, attrition, and alumni employment metrics.

• Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent terminal degree) in the relevant discipline or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience at senior level.
• Five or more years of experience in academic teaching, research, or senior professional practice, with demonstrated competency in graduate-level instruction.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly contribution, including peer-reviewed publication or equivalent evidence of research productivity.
• Experience advising graduate students through thesis, dissertation, or capstone projects.
• Ability to teach in both in-person and online learning environments using current educational technology and course management systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service.
• Experience participating in or supporting program accreditation processes with relevant bodies (e.g., CEPH, CSWE, ABET, ALA, or equivalent).

• Prior experience in externally funded research, including grant writing and project management of sponsored studies.
• Experience supervising or co-supervising PhD students or coordinating field instructor training programs.
• Demonstrated record of community engagement, practice-based research, or knowledge transfer activities with professional or public-sector partners.
• Familiarity with biostatistical methods, data analysis, or program evaluation frameworks relevant to the home discipline.

• Student advising load and degree completion rate within expected time-to-degree benchmarks.
• Number of peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly outputs per review cycle.
• Course evaluation scores measuring instructional clarity and graduate-level rigor.
• Percentage of advisees progressing to thesis defense or capstone completion on schedule.
• Extramural funding secured or grant proposals submitted per academic year.
• Alumni employment or placement rate in field-relevant roles within 12 months of graduation.

• Base Salary Range: $75,000 – $105,000 annually, varying by discipline and institution type
• Bonus: Merit-based salary increments tied to annual performance review
• Equity: Not typically applicable in higher education
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; dependent coverage available
• PTO: Academic calendar with summer research time; standard university holiday schedule
• Common Perks: Tuition remission, research development funds, library access, conference travel support

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Employment contingent on the successful completion of a background check, which may include criminal history and, where applicable, drug screening consistent with institutional policy. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Assistant Professor in Health Administration shapes course delivery and applied research across the MHA and MPH programs, drawing students and faculty into translational scholarship that addresses real-world health system challenges. Reporting to college leadership and collaborating with USF Health and university faculty, this role builds the program's academic standing through peer-reviewed publications, community service, and sustained engagement with national professional organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and develop online and in-class courses related to the Master's in Health Administration Program (MHA), MPH, and related programs.
• Collaborate in teaching with other College, USF Health, and University faculty.
• Participate in college-wide teaching initiatives.
• Advise MHA and other graduate students, including serving as a mentor for student placements and internships.
• Collaborate with faculty across the college and university in teaching and translational research initiatives.
• Advise and mentor graduate students, including supporting placements and internships.
• Contribute to the scholarly literature through peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Communicate best practices at national and international professional meetings.
• Serve on faculty governance committees, special work groups, and other college and university service roles.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities at the national and state level.
• Engage in community-level service activities to promote, protect, and improve health.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Public Health or Health Administration.
• Five years of experience as a senior public health professional or healthcare administrator.
• Demonstrated ability to teach healthcare administration and management courses at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional development level.
• Experience teaching online and in-class courses.
• Evidence of scholarly contributions, particularly in translational and applied practice research.
• Evidence of innovation in graduate curriculum development, mentoring, and supervision.
• Experience directing master's candidates' work.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated record of leadership in and collaboration with community or professional organizations.
• Experience ensuring compliance with accreditation bodies.

Embedded within the library's liaison services team, the Assistant Professor in Academic Library & STEM Liaison delivers information literacy instruction and collection development support across science disciplines. Working closely with faculty in liaison areas, this role advances research and teaching outcomes by maintaining instructional resources through LibGuides, providing specialized reference assistance, and fulfilling the scholarly and service requirements for tenure and promotion.

Core Functions

• Provide information literacy instruction for general education and liaison areas.
• Collaborate with faculty in liaison areas to support teaching, learning, and research.
• Provide traditional and electronic general reference services.
• Serve as an embedded librarian and provide specialized research assistance in liaison areas.
• Lead and coordinate collection development activities for liaison areas.
• Promote library services and collections through outreach activities.
• Create and maintain instructional materials and content using LibGuides.
• Contribute to library planning, goal setting, decision-making, project management, and assessment.
• Participate in professional service and scholarly activities required for tenure and promotion.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Library Science accredited by the American Library Association, or international equivalent.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in a life or physical science discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to provide information literacy instruction in a classroom setting.
• Ability to identify and select appropriate resources to build the library's collection in support of STEM curricula and research activities.
• Experience in reference, instruction, and collection development in higher education.
• Experience developing instructional materials using LibGuides and familiarity with a course management system.
• Effective interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with a diverse population.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritizing and handling multiple projects.
• Commitment to a public service ethic in a learner-centered library environment.
• Evidence of potential to meet requirements for faculty tenure and promotion.

Reporting to social work program leadership, the Assistant Professor in Social Work Field Education identifies, assesses, and coordinates field placement sites while teaching seminars that accompany students through their practice experience. Partnering with community organizations, field instructors, and liaisons, this role ensures graduates enter the profession with well-supervised, policy-aligned practice foundations that strengthen the program's community relationships and accreditation standing.

Primary Duties

• Identify, assess, and select field placement sites in collaboration with students, faculty, and staff.
• Orient students to policies and practices related to field education.
• Collaborate with field placement sites to recruit, train, and coordinate field instructors.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate field liaisons.
• Teach field seminars accompanying students' field placements, as well as training and orientation sessions for field students, instructors, and liaisons.
• Participate in recruitment, retention, and admissions activities, program committee work, and other assigned tasks.

Skills & Qualifications

• Master of Social Work degree.
• Three years of successful teaching and field coordination experience in social work.
• Five years of post-MSW practice experience as a professional social worker.
• Experience working with community organizations, especially in recruiting and placing students.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer technology and educational learning management systems, including experience in course development.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including communication, problem-solving, counseling, conflict management, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and to coordinate work with colleagues, peers, and community partners.

Sitting at the intersection of nonlinear engineering dynamics and computational structural systems, the Assistant Professor in Engineering Dynamics & Vibration Research leads high-quality research in areas including random vibrations, vibration energy harvesting, and multibody dynamics while supervising PhD students and contributing to the design of teaching programs across the department. Operating across research, teaching, and enterprise activities, this role delivers peer-reviewed publications, secures financial support for research projects, and contributes to knowledge transfer and public engagement.

Duties

• Pursue, develop, and win support for personal research, including financial support.
• Plan, execute, and publish high-quality research in relevant journals and conference proceedings.
• Manage research projects and supervise research staff and PhD students.
• Develop novel methodologies and techniques appropriate to the research being pursued.
• Provide expert advice to staff and students within the discipline.
• Teach and examine courses at a range of levels using varied instructional methods.
• Plan and review teaching approaches and mentor others in doing the same.
• Develop program proposals and contribute substantially to the design of teaching programs across the department.
• Supervise and examine student dissertations, projects, and practical work, including summative assessment.
• Contribute to departmental administration, including committee work, appeals panels, and working groups.
• Lead and manage teams to devise and implement new or revised processes.
• Develop and contribute to knowledge transfer, enterprise, business engagement, and public engagement activities.

Requirements

• Extensive experience and demonstrated success in planning, undertaking, and project-managing research to deliver high-quality results.
• Extensive experience in applying, developing, and devising successful models, techniques, and methods.
• Prior research experience in one or more of the following: nonlinear engineering dynamics, random vibrations, vibration energy harvesting, nonlinear vibration absorbers, computational dynamics, structural dynamics, or complementary areas including data analysis within mechanical, automotive, rail, manufacturing, and robotic systems.
• Experience and achievement in knowledge transfer, enterprise, and similar activity.
• Extensive experience and demonstrated success in developing appropriate approaches to learning and teaching and advising colleagues.
• Previous teaching experience and knowledge in one or more of the following: dynamics of complex systems, multibody dynamics, optimisation of dynamic systems, and related subjects.
• Ability to contribute to school and departmental management processes and assess and organise resources effectively.

A key member of the Rush University Graduate College faculty, the Assistant Professor in Biotechnology MS Program Leadership implements the vision and leads the strategic direction of the MS in Biotechnology Program, a Professional Science Master's Program. Collaborating across institutional committees and with external constituents, this role owns advising, career development programming, data-driven outcome tracking, and administrative operations to ensure the program prepares graduates for life science employment.

Accountabilities

• Implement the vision and lead the strategic direction for the MS in Biotechnology Program.
• Teach didactic and laboratory courses and develop and direct relevant courses as needed.
• Lead one-on-one academic advising consultations with graduate students and provide career support.
• Develop and implement workshops, webinars, and online events related to career development activities, including job search strategies, resume development, interview preparation, and salary negotiation.
• Track and evaluate the effectiveness of program teaching and educational activities.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure program outcomes, including attrition, time-to-degree, and alumni outcomes.
• Oversee process mapping of key operations to support decision-making and ensure accountability.
• Design, develop, or modify program recruiting materials in print and electronic form.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and workforce development requirements.
• Review and revise policies and procedures as needed to improve operations.
• Oversee administrative operations and budget and finance processes within established guidelines.
• Supervise staff, including work-study students and interns.
• Represent the program on institutional committees and at professional meetings.

Experience & Qualifications

• PhD in a biomedical science field.
• Previous graduate teaching experience in biomedical science fields, with a demonstrated innovative teaching approach.
• Understanding of career outlook and future trends in life science employment for biomedical science students.
• Data-driven and information-based approach to decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, networking, and relationship building with faculty, students, staff, and external constituents.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Sustained progress in AI-driven human-machine collaboration depends on the Assistant Professor in AI & Human-Machine Collaboration Research, who performs research, teaches Bachelor and Master programme courses, and supervises PhD, MSc, and BSc student projects within the computing department. Based within a multidisciplinary academic environment, this role delivers research grant proposals and contributes to organisational activities that advance the department's mission in ethical, human-centered AI.

Operational Focus

• Perform research in AI and related fields of expertise.
• Supervise PhD students and MSc and BSc student research projects.
• Teach courses in the Bachelor and Master programmes of the department.
• Contribute to and write research grant proposals.
• Contribute to department-related organisational activities.

Technical Qualifications

• PhD degree in a computing-related field, such as computer science, AI, or robotics, ideally with post-doctoral research experience.
• Expertise in at least one specific area of AI, such as machine learning or knowledge representation, relevant to improving human-machine collaboration.
• Experience in setting up efficient and ethical human subject studies and data collection.
• Experience in teaching at BSc or MSc level and in PhD supervision.
• Interdisciplinary mindset and strong collaborative working skills.

As the Assistant Professor in Biostatistics & Public Health Research, this role teaches biostatistics and public health courses, mentors MPH students, and serves as a statistician across a range of collaborative research studies addressing health challenges in East Texas and beyond. The Department of Public Health relies on this work to develop an independent research program, secure extramural funding, and provide rigorous statistical design and analysis support to scientists and health researchers.

Functions

• Teach biostatistics and public health through lectures, didactics, and supervision in practicum settings.
• Mentor and advise MPH students.
• Serve as a statistician on a variety of research studies.
• Provide research design, statistical design, and analysis support to collaborators and mentor junior investigators in research methods.
• Develop an independent and collaborative research program.
• Participate in committee functions and university governance as assigned.

Background & Experience

• Earned doctoral degree in statistics, biostatistics, data analytics, data science, or a related discipline.
• Strong record of research, teaching, and service in an academic or health science center setting.
• Strong potential for scholarship through externally funded research and project initiatives.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and research.