Instructional Support Specialist, Public Health Program

Instructional Support Specialist, Public Health Program

Department: School of Human Ecology

Location: Austin, TX

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

26.75

Purpose: The Public Health Program is accepting applications for full‑time and part‑time Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) positions to support upper‑division courses in the public health core curriculum, including Introduction to Epidemiology, Global Health, Environmental Health, and Health Behavior Theory and Practice. Successful applicants will have the training, education, experience and/or potential to assist with teaching undergraduate public health majors in the core disciplines of public health.

In addition, ideal candidates have requisite knowledge and skills (subject matter expertise, understanding of theory, quantitative skills, etc.) to support students and faculty.

• Preparation and grading of homework assignments, quizzes, exams, papers, and other assignments.
• Lead activities, demonstrations, discussions, and/or pre‑exam review sessions. Hold regularly assigned walk‑in office hours, tutoring students on the assigned subject matter.
• Provide course‑based administrative assistance to the Instructor of Record, including grade reporting, maintenance of the course web site, and proctoring scheduled and make‑up exams.
• Assist with supporting students with university‑approved accommodations (military, athletes, Disability & Access).
• Upon conclusion of the last day of class, ISS duties can include professional development activities, participation in trainings, preparation for the next semester of classes, etc.

Part‑time positions require enrollment in good standing in an accredited graduate school of public health. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Candidates should have a student‑centered approach and a commitment to fostering a challenging but nurturing learning environment. Prior experience in supportive roles with students is a plus.

$45,333.33 + depending on qualifications with Bachelor's degree

$49,866.66 + depending on qualifications with Master's degree

$54,400.00 + depending on qualifications with Doctoral degree

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a prior or current supervisor
• Letter of interest that describes the candidate's experience related to the public health course(s) and experience or potential to support undergraduate public health education

For applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: you will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new resume for subsequent applications. Any additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the application questions section; you must upload all required materials before submitting your application.

Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

For current university employees and contingent workers: you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. You must update your Professional Profile before you apply. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional required materials.

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

The University of Texas at Austin will not discriminate based on pay inquiries or disclosures. Employees who have access to compensation information may only disclose it under specific circumstances.