(Summer) Part Time Lecturer - Public Health & Health Science

About the Opportunity The Department of Public Health and Health Sciences in the Bouvé College of Health Sciences of Northeastern University is hiring part‑time lecturers for the Summer 26 term in‑person on the Boston campus. Responsibilities Preparing syllabi, lectures, course materials, all examinations including a final exam, and evaluating student performance in the course; Developing and implementing materials for lectures for in‑person or online/hybrid courses; Working under the direction of the Lead Faculty for certain courses; Holding office hours as appropriate; Engaging productively with teaching assistants; Collaborating on course revisions and improvements with department faculty and the University’s Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning through Research (CATLR). Possible Courses Available PHTH 2515. Healthcare Policy and Administration. Focuses on management and policy issues in healthcare. Discusses management and administrative structures in hospitals and other healthcare organizations, including community clinics and health organizations, both private and public. Introduces the financial systems, economic information, and payment mechanisms necessary to understand healthcare financing. Also explores the variety of factors that influence population health from a healthcare policy perspective. Offers students an opportunity to learn how to analyze, prepare, and write policy briefs based on understanding the various economic, legal, and political forces shaping healthcare in the United States. PHTH 1260. The American Healthcare System. Introduces the organization and dynamics of the healthcare system and the role of consumers. Explores basic elements of healthcare including financing, personal insurance, high‑risk status, and patient rights within the context of the U.S. system. Central to this exploration is an analysis of healthcare issues requiring informed consent from patients: patient bill of rights, healthcare directives, and the use of a proxy for decision making. Introduces the roles and responsibilities of various healthcare workers within the framework of an interdisciplinary model of healthcare. Qualifications Applicants should have at least a Master’s in an appropriate field. Doctoral degrees and teaching experience are preferred. Pay The rate per credit is $2,085. EEO Statement All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Benefits Northeastern University offers a comprehensive benefits package for benefit‑eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, and commuting & transportation options. #J-18808-Ljbffr NU USA Northeastern University