Community and Behavioral Health Sciences

Open Rank in Community and Behavioral Health Sciences

Job : 294648
Location: Augusta University, Summerville Campus, Augusta, GA
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

The Department of Community and Behavioral Health Sciences at Augusta University School of Public Health invites applications for a 12‑month, tenure‑track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to launch a cohesive, extramurally funded research portfolio, teach graduate students, and maintain a rigorous teaching load of two courses per year.

• Teach two courses per year in your field of expertise.
• Oversee graduate student theses and capstone projects.

• Serve on department, school, and campus committees.
• Serve on community, state, and national committees and support community events.
• Conduct peer‑review for journals, funding agencies, and professional societies.

• Build and maintain a program of high‑impact research as Principal Investigator and, when appropriate, as Co‑PI on other AU research projects.
• Solicit extramural funding to support research projects.
• Publish regularly in high‑impact journals.
• Present research at regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
• Conduct community‑engaged activities to disseminate and implement your research.

• Doctoral Degree (DrPH or PhD) in Public Health or a related discipline, including health behavior, sociology, psychology, preventive medicine, or epidemiology.
• Experience with projects related to rural and underserved communities.
• Academic level requirements:
  • Assistant Professor – early‑career faculty member with appropriate postgraduate training.
  • Associate Professor – mid‑career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or equivalent.
  • Professor – senior‑career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or equivalent.
• Faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks:
  • Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements.
  • Evidence of ability as a teacher.
  • Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability to perform all other duties assigned.
  • Successful experience in relevant activities (waived for early‑career candidates who meet other requirements).
  • Desirable personal qualities judged during interview and through biographical data and recommendations.

Evidence of teaching and research experience commensurate with the stated rank.

This position is fiscal‑year based and works year‑round with a full‑time equivalent of 1.0. Salary and compensation are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements and are subject to availability of funds. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and a Tuition Assistance Program for qualifying full‑time employees with over six months of service.

Augusta University – Summerville Campus, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

• Successful completion of a background check prior to starting.
• Credit check for positions of trust or approved departmental purchase‑card usage, if applicable.
• Motor vehicle reports for faculty who must operate an Augusta University vehicle.
• Proof of completed academic degree(s) and original transcripts for faculty hires; foreign‑trained candidates must submit an educational/credential evaluation.
• Responsible for ensuring confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information in accordance with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants should apply online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Submit your curriculum vitae, research statement, professional references, and other required documents in one file.