Assistant Professor- Health Studies, Dept. of Movement Arts, Health Promotion and Leisure Studies

Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure Information: Tenure Track

Department Summary:
Bridgewater State University’s health programs are housed in the Department of Movement Arts, Health Promotion, and Leisure Studies (MAHPLS). In addition to the health programs, the department is home to athletic training and physical education majors.
The department prepares public and community health professionals, athletic trainers, coaches, fitness and recreation leaders, and school teachers in health, physical education, and adapted physical education to provide qualified leadership in their respective fields, and enhance the quality of life of residents of the region and the Commonwealth.

Essential Duties:
The MAHPLS Department is the home of three health-related majors: Public Health, Health Studies, and an anticipated major in Health Science. Teaching responsibilities will cross over all majors and may include classes in epidemiology, program planning, evaluation and research, community health, informatics, and health care policy, as well as health content courses. Additionally, the successful candidate will mentor and advise students, supervise fieldwork assignments, engage in scholarly activity, and provide service to the university and the community. Successful candidates may have the opportunity to teach graduate students for additional compensation.

Required Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in Public Health, Health Sciences, or Health Education. ABD candidates will be considered. Degree must be conferred by September 1, 2019
- Experience in teaching undergraduate health courses
- Demonstrated success in scholarly activity
- Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and advising
- Strong commitment to diversity and multiculturalism

Preferred Qualifications:
Certified in Public Health (CPH) credential
or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification

Special Conditions for Eligibility:
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

Posting Number: F00227P
Open Date: 10/30/2018
Close Date: 11/21/2018
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

*a minimum of three (3) professional reference entries.

To apply, visit https://jobs.bridgew.edu/postings/14193

Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.



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