Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
College of Nursing and Health Care Professions - Faculty, Public Health Program
Job Description
Faculty - College of Nursing & Health Care Professions - Public Health
Shape the bright futures of Grand Canyon University students as a full time Faculty member for the ground campus in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions. The College, boasts a rich 30-year history providing outstanding health care and nursing degree programs. Students can earn their RN to BSN, or a masters degree in in nursing with various specializations, or earn a degree in the fields of health care administration or public health.
As a full-time Faculty member, youll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, wed like to hear from you.
The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is seeking a full-time faculty member with specific expertise in epidemiology, for the Master of Public Health (MPH) program.
This is a full-time, 12-month position, based in Phoenix, AZ, at the rank of Instructor. A remote position may be considered. Target start date is immediate.
Responsibilities of Public Health Faculty
- Teach epidemiology and other courses in the MPH (and possibly the BS in Public Health-BSPH) program, based on expertise and education, in the online format.
- Incorporates relevant research resources and experiential activities to support course objectives, lectures, and learning outcomes.
- Facilitate classroom discussions.
- Assess student performance.
- Participate in grading of course-related assignments.
- Provide mentorship to MPH (and possibly BSPH) students
- Foster and promote diversity and collegiality among faculty, students, and staff
- Develop and maintain relationships with the public health professional community to support practicum experiences, project collaborations, and mentoring
- Stay current on topics and practices related to the discipline
- Participate in curriculum design & development
- Active support of college/university mission and initiatives
- Active participation on college and/or university committees
- Provide leadership to adjunct faculty
- Active engagement in professional development activities
- Comply with all college and University policies
- Commitment to Christian ideals, philosophy, and direction of the University
- Willingness to assume other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Master of Public Health (MPH) degree required
- Five or more years of applied public health experience
- Expertise in and ability to teach epidemiology, research methods, and/or other courses
- Strong interest in teaching online courses
- Interest in integrating faith into teaching and discipline
- Commitment to engage in service activities, community outreach and local, regional and national professional organizations
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication, project management, and highly effective presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in a health related discipline with an MPH degree.
- Expertise in and ability to teach epidemiology, research methods, and/or other courses
- Three or more years of applied public health experience
- Teaching experience, particularly teaching online, desirable
- Interest in integrating faith into teaching and discipline
- Commitment to engage in service activities, community outreach and local, regional and national professional organizations
- Experience working with undergraduate and/or graduate students in advising, mentoring, and career development
- Commitment to scholarly development through research, practice and/or teaching
- Commitment to participate in academic program development and leadership opportunities
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication, project management, and highly effective presentation skills
- Provide a positive example to students by supporting the Universitys Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University
GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.
Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.
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