Assistant Professor, Allied Health
R0008065
Tampa
If you are a current University of Tampa student, please search for and apply to student jobs https://www.ut.edu/about-ut/university-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities via Workday. Job applications for current students will not be considered if submitted through the external career center.
Position Details
The Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa (UT) invites applications for a tenure-track, full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2024.
Position Description
The Allied Health program, within the Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic colleague with a terminal degree in Allied Health, Exercise Science, or a related field to teach courses within the Allied Health program. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate epidemiology and biostatistics. In the future other allied health sciences courses may be taught, as needed by the department. The successful candidate will be expected to engage and mentor a diverse undergraduate student body in research, service, and experiential learning activities contributing to student success.
We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about fostering a community of inquiry and inclusivity, and who is committed to student success both inside and outside the classrooms and in a practical setting.
Teaching: The teaching responsibilities for the successful candidate are undergraduate Biostatistics and Epidemiology courses, serving all majors within the department including Allied Health, Human Performance, and Public Health majors. The successful candidate will demonstrate an aptitude for teaching these analytical courses with an engaging and experiential pedagogy. The successful candidate should also possess the potential for excellence in teaching, a critical component for our teaching-centered, primarily undergraduate institution, through effective teaching methods and strategies. Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm for fostering an inclusive and captivating learning environment for the diverse student population. The focus should be on promoting common learning goals across various subject areas within the department. The required teaching load is 24 contact hours per academic year.
Service & Student Involvement: The successful candidate will fully engage with the institution by providing and/or developing expertise that serves the broader needs of the institution as a requirement for earning tenure and promotion. Community and professional service are also valued contributions, particularly where relevant to the departments and majors within the department. The successful colleague will engage undergraduate students in rich experiential activities to provide greater depth and opportunity to the educational experience at the university. Faculty members also advise students each semester, providing academic and career advice.
Scholarship: The successful candidate will establish an active research program that leads to peer-reviewed publications in respected journals and presentations at professional conferences at local, regional, national, and international levels. The successful candidate is expected to conduct research within the allied health and health sciences-related areas. The successful candidate is also encouraged to engage students in their scholarly activities. As one of the largest and diverse departments in the University, ample opportunities exist for collaboration within the department, and our faculty are routinely successful at securing internal grant funds to support research.
Qualifications: A terminal degree is required, although advanced ABD candidates will also be considered. Prior teaching and research experience with undergraduate students is required; preference is given to candidates who have taught epidemiology and/or biostatistics. The successful candidate should have at least 18 graduate semester hours in research methods, statistics, and/or epidemiology. A personal commitment to engaging undergraduate students is essential. Successful candidates will have strong quantitative literacy and effective communication. Candidates should be able to use and teach statistical software, preferably SPSS or R/RStudio.
Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Review of applications will begin January 28, 2024.
Required Attachments
All required documents listed below should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Statement of Research Interest
5. Teaching Evaluations
6. Name and Contact Information of References
7. Copy of Terminal Transcripts
Reference Letters
Three reference letters from external providers are required. Please have the reference provider email the reference letter to mailto:Employment@ut.edu to include your name and the position you applied for in the email subject line.
Additional Information
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 24 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, amulticultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.
The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 14 master's programs.
The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high-quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers in the classroom and working with students individually. UT has invested heavily in developing our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see: https://www.ut.edu/academics/college-of-natural-and-health-sciences.
The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of amulticultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.
Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
External Field
Background Check Requirements
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4901776.
Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
https://www.jobelephant.com/