Job description
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas’ legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Public Health
Requisition
202500050F
Rank
Assistant Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track
College
College of Health Sciences
Department
Dept of Public Health
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Khalid Khan
Title
Associate Professor
Department of Public Health
PO Box 2194
Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-2734
Contact Email
[email protected]
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The Department of Public Health is seeking one Public Health tenured-track faculty. Chosen faculty member will participate in undergraduate and graduate aspects in the degree programs of Public Health, Health Sciences, and/or Bilingual Health Care Studies as assigned. They will maintain excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service to the department and university. Candidate preference is for education preparation and career experience in the above-listed disciplines.
This position enhances the professional attributes of students; recruits, mentors, and advises students in both the classroom and practical environments. Fosters relationships with health providers and organizations. Collaborates with community partners to increase student engagement, internships, scholarships, and resources. Works as a member of a team to support all aspects of the department; and assists in maintaining and ensuring compliance with university assessment and program accreditation requirements.
The selected faculty will perform other duties as requested or assigned by the administration. Teaching expertise in both face-to-face and distance-based instructional formats is preferred. Ability to teach across multiple core public health areas including epidemiology and/or biostatistics is preferred. The appointment will require a 3/3 teaching load, and an on-campus presence during the week. Experience with accreditation support and program reviews may receive preferential consideration. One year teaching undergraduate and / or graduate students in institutions of higher education in one or more of the program areas listed above is preferred.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Earned Doctorate from an accredited university in the U.S. in a related area of Public Health, Health Sciences, Bilingual Health Care Studies, or Statistics (with Research Experience in Public Health) is required. Qualified ABD candidates will be considered with the required doctoral degree earned by the start date (9/1/2026).
Experience Required for the Position
Professional experience in one of the above listed program areas is preferred; voluntary experience in these areas will be considered. Research experience in the fields of epidemiology or biostatistics will receive preferential consideration.
Other Requirements for the Position
Maintain excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service to the department and university; and other duties as requested or assigned by the administration.
Special Instructions Summary
The Department of Public Health at Sam Houston State University is part of the College of Health Sciences and is home to a dedicated team of faculty, staff, and students. We offer a range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for impactful careers in public health. Visit our website to learn more about our team and explore our academic programs: https://www.shsu.edu/academics/health-sciences/health/ .
LOCATION :
There are multiple options for places to live near our multiple campuses. Sam Houston’s main campus is located in Huntsville, TX.
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 48,550 (excluding SHSU ), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-town life and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe (where the College of Osteopathic Medicine and future Health Professions Building are located), The Woodlands (where the School of Nursing and The Woodlands Center is located), and Bryan/College Station. The Texas Medical Center, located in Houston, is the largest medical center in the world and is a 75- mile drive from Huntsville.
Huntsville is full of Texas history and charm, and 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 main campus, you can arrive in downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainment venues and professional sporting events. 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. A quick 35-minute drive down I-45 South takes you to The Woodlands which offers 220 miles of hike and bike trails,150 parks to enjoy, and easy access to numerous shopping, sport, and dinning venues.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. 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.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this position?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- HBCU Connect – Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- HACU – Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
- Association for Women in Science
- TWC – Work in Texas
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Ed Jobs
- HERC – Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- SHSU Website
- SHSU Employee
- SHSU Recruiter
- jobs.world.edu
- If your response to the question above was “SHSU Employee” please indicate employee’s name and department.
(Open Ended Question)
- If your response to the question above was “Other” please indicate from what source.
(Open Ended Question)
Candidate Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research & Goals
- Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
