Job description
Louisiana State University in Shreveport (LSUS) invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Public Health and Human Performance, beginning August 2027. We seek a collaborative, student-centered faculty member committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and student success.
The Department’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Bachelor of Science in Human Performance programs are housed in the College of Education and Human Development. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate instruction in both programs, with opportunities to teach selected education courses based on the candidate’s academic preparation, expertise, and departmental needs. Teaching responsibilities may also include graduate courses in the Master of Public Health (MPH) Program offered on the LSU in Shreveport campus and/or through the program’s online format.
This position is located on the LSU in Shreveport campus in Shreveport, Louisiana, and is not a remote faculty position. The successful candidate will maintain an on-campus presence and contribute to the academic, scholarly, and service activities of the Department, College, and University.
Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate courses in Public Health and Human Performance.
- Teach graduate courses within the Master of Public Health Program, as assigned.
- Teach selected education-related courses based on academic qualifications, expertise, and departmental needs.
- Deliver assigned courses in face-to-face and/or online formats.
- Maintain an active presence on the LSU in Shreveport campus and participate in departmental, college, and university activities.
- Provide career counseling to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Mentor and oversee student research, capstone projects, internships, and/or thesis, as appropriate.
- Maintain an active program of research and scholarly productivity consistent with expectations for a tenure-track faculty appointment.
- Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, student learning outcomes assessment, and continuous program improvement.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff on program development and accreditation activities, including Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation processes.
- Participate in service activities at the department, college, university, community, and professional levels.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, healthcare agencies, educational institutions, and other external stakeholders.
- Perform other duties consistent with departmental, college, and university needs.
Required Qualifications:
- Earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, EdD, or equivalent terminal degree) in Public Health, Human Performance, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Science, Health Education, Education, or a closely related discipline. ABD will be considered; a degree must be conferred by the time of the appointment.
- Academic preparation sufficient to teach courses within one or more of the Department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Demonstrated ability or potential to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Evidence of scholarship and the potential to develop and maintain a productive research agenda.
- Demonstrated commitment to student advising, mentoring, and academic success.
- Ability to teach using multiple instructional modalities, including face-to-face and online instruction.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduate preparation or professional experience spanning multiple areas of Public Health, Human Performance, Health Science, or Education.
- An earned Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in addition to the terminal degree.
- Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate level classes in Public Health and/or Human Performance.
- Experience teaching in a CEPH-accredited MPH Program.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. LSUS provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, and opportunities for professional development.
LSUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About LSU in Shreveport and the Department of Public Health and Human Performance.
Louisiana State University in Shreveport is a member institution of the Louisiana State University System and provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities. LSUS is committed to high-quality instruction, student success, community engagement, and workforce development.
The Department of Public Health and Human Performance is located on the LSU Shreveport campus and is home to a collegial, student-focused faculty engaged in teaching, research, service, and community partnerships.
The Department’s undergraduate programs include the Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Bachelor of Science in Human Performance. These programs prepare students for careers, professional programs, and graduate education in public health, healthcare, human performance, and related fields.
The Master of Public Health is a joint program between LSU Shreveport and LSU Health Shreveport. This collaborative relationship brings together faculty, resources, and expertise from both institutions. The MPH Program is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) and offers both face-to-face and fully online educational opportunities.
The proximity of LSU Shreveport and LSU Health Shreveport provides opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching, research, student experiences, and community engagement. The programs maintain partnerships with healthcare organizations, public health agencies, educational institutions, community organizations, and other regional stakeholders.
About Shreveport-Bossier City:
The Shreveport-Bossier City metropolitan area offers an attractive quality of life, combining the conveniences of a regional metropolitan center with an affordable cost of living and a welcoming community. The area provides diverse dining, entertainment, cultural activities, festivals, sporting events, and numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.
Northwest Louisiana’s lakes, rivers, parks, and mild climate provide opportunities for jogging, bicycling, boating, fishing, and other outdoor activities. The area’s healthcare, education, government, nonprofit, and business sectors also provide substantial opportunities for professional collaboration, applied research, internships, and community engagement.
How to apply
Application Process:
- Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
- Application materials should be submitted to the College of Education and Human Development at [email protected].
Applicants should submit:
- A cover letter describing qualifications, teaching experience, research interests, and areas of academic expertise;
- Curriculum vitae; and
- Contact information for three professional references.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to:
Fermine Thomas-Dean, Ed. D., LMSW
Department of Public Health and Human Performance
Louisiana State University in Shreveport
[email protected] or 318-795-2438
For accessibility accommodations during any part of the hiring process, contact Disability Services at [email protected] or 318-797-5116.
