Assistant or Associate Teaching​/Clinical Professor Department of Public Health & Health

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The Department of Public Health and Health Sciences at Bouvé College of Health Sciences is accepting applications for two full‑time, non‑tenure track 52‑week appointments at the rank of Assistant or Associate Teaching/Clinical Professor. Candidates should have expertise or a strong interest in epidemiology, health policy, health communications, or related areas, and be prepared to teach introductory undergraduate courses in the United States Healthcare System and Community & Public Health.

Successful candidates may also teach at the graduate level. The position requires a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and a commitment to fostering a sense of belonging among the Northeastern community.

• Teach undergraduate and, where appropriate, graduate courses in the department.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.
• Engage in scholarship and continuing professional development.
• Collaborate with students from varied backgrounds and build inclusive pedagogical approaches.

• Ph.D., DrPH, or another terminal degree in public health, communication, epidemiology, or a related field.
• At least one year of prior undergraduate teaching experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student development.

Interested candidates should apply with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements addressing the prompts below, and a list of three references. Applications will be reviewed beginning on April 1 2026.

Applicants are asked to submit written statements addressing the following prompts:
Please summarize your past instructional and mentorship experiences, your pedagogical philosophy, your plans/goals for teaching in the Bouvé College of Health Sciences, and your strategies for teaching and mentoring a diverse cohort of undergraduate and graduate students.

Academic

• Assistant Teaching Professor: $ – $
• Associate Teaching Professor: $ – $
• Assistant Clinical Professor: $ – $
• Associate Clinical Professor: $ – $

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.

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, and commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.