Full-time Assistant Professor, Public Health

Compensation Range: Annual Salary: $66,560.00 - $75,066.00 Assistant Professor in Public Health - Remote, USA The Department of Health Services and Leadership, in the School of Health Professions at National University, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Public Health. The successful candidate will have the potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship in their field and a commitment to serving the University’s diverse adult student body. This position works closely with other faculty within the discipline as well as administration contributing to programmatic strategies that support program quality, student engagement, and success. We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching research, and service who will contribute to our undergraduate and graduate programs in public health. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in one or more core public health domains, potential for scholarly productivity, and a commitment to advancing public health practice and education. Essential Functions Teaching Maintain pedagogical and subject matter expertise in the instructor’s field. Create an inclusive and positive learning environment for diverse learners. Support course and program practices that align with compliance and accreditation standards. Adhere to National University’s academic integrity policy. Scholarship Maintain a productive scholarship agenda suitable to a teaching or R2 university. Engage in scholarly activities to maintain professional growth. Participate in professional development as outlined in faculty policies. Service Participate in curriculum oversight, shared governance, and the student experience. Serve on committees at the program, department, school, college or/and university level and engage in community activities that promote program outreach and university goals. Participate in program meetings and advisory boards to integrate best practices and strategic initiatives. Qualifications Ph.D. or DrPH in public health, epidemiology, or related field from a CEPH-accredited program required. Online higher education experience required. Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining courses required. Experience working in a technology-driven enterprise required. CEPH programmatic accreditation experience required. Ability to work with a diverse student population required. Experience with non-traditional adult learners required. Strong knowledge of public health and/or healthcare administration disciplines preferred. Special Conditions of Employment Background check required. Travel is required at least once annually to attend the annual Commencement ceremony (if held onsite). Location: Remote, USA. Travel: No Travel Required. #LI-REMOTE Application deadline: November 1, 2026. Salary and Benefits Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of "whole you" with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer National University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University. About Us At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative, and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. National University is breaking barriers in education - and in the workplace. We’re united in our mission to build a better future for our more than 4,500 employees and our 45,000+ students. National University prioritizes our employee’s well-being and growth by offering competitive pay and benefits packages, development and advancement opportunities, remote-first work perks, and more. We value and reward the hard work of our faculty and staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr NU National University