Public Health Instructional Faculty, Instructor​/Assistant Professor, Program in Public Health

Stony Brook University:
Health Sciences:
Renaissance School of Medicine:
Program in Public Health Open Date

July 2, 2026

The Program in Public Health at Stony Brook is seeking to hire one (1) instructor for a non‑tenure track faculty position. The successful candidate will possess the experience and skills necessary to offer innovative instruction for our MPH Program with the potential to contribute to other degree programs that we offer. The Program in Public Health holds accreditation by both the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for the MPH, and the Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) for the MHA.

The MPH program is primarily delivered in a traditional face‑to‑face modality with some hybrid and online courses depending on the concentration. Areas of specialization include community health, health policy and management, advanced epidemiology and biostatistics, climate solutions and health, and a generalist option for clinical students. We especially encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to our teaching mission in topic areas related to quantitative methods including but not limited to biostatistics, epidemiology, data analytics, and research methods.

The base salary for this position is $100,000–$120,000 per year. In addition to the base salary, candidates are eligible for $4,000 annual location pay, paid biweekly.

• Teach graduate courses and provide career advising, including faculty supervision with applied practice.
• Complete a teaching load of equivalent to 7 courses over each 12‑month period (87.5% teaching, 12.5% service).
• Participate in departmental and institutional service.
• Attend professional development opportunities, conferences, workshops, and maintain membership in relevant professional organizations.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in public health or related field and at least two years of teaching experience.
• Demonstrated or potential for excellence in teaching.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree, PhD or DrPH, (or foreign equivalent) in public health or related field.
• At least two years of experience teaching biostatistics, epidemiology, or data analysis at the graduate level.
• Commitment to contributing to the diversity, equity, inclusivity, and excellence of the Stony Brook community through teaching and service.

All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio’s Support Site or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at  or (877) 997‑8807.

Special Notes: Non‑Tenure Track position. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.

Anticipated

Start Date:

On or About January 1, 2027

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and creating an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is safe, accessible, and free of all forms of discrimination, sexual misconduct, or research misconduct, among other infractions. Certain candidates may be required to disclose any employment‑related misconduct findings or pending investigations. Final candidates will authorize disclosure of any relevant information from the last seven (7) years to the University.

If you need a disability‑related accommodation, please get in touch with the Office of Equity and Access at (631) 632‑6280.