Faculty Adjunct Professor, Community Health Promotion - MPH Program - Touro University California

Overview:

This is adjunct faculty position. The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching Community Health Promotion, a 3-unit graduate level course for MPH students in the Community Action for Health concentration. The focus of this course is to provide students with an introductory understanding of the basic concepts, skills, models and resources currently utilized in the field of health education and health promotion. Public Health and health care professionals have an obligation to educate their clients or community members to promote healthy lifestyles, and to use health promotion skills and strategies to advocate for healthy communities. This course will assist health care providers and public health professionals to holistically approach their work and acquire the essential tools to deliver information and strategies to improve health with a focus on underserved populations.

 

This 8-week  a synchronous online course offered during the Spring 2024 semester (January 8 – February 26/Wednesdays; 4-7pm)

Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will primarily be responsible for:

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  Developing and managing syllabus assignments, instructional materials, and exams relative to learning objectives of the course;
  • Facilitating class instruction and Providing weekly office hours; and
  • Evaluating student performance through grade entries for assignments, exams, and course completion

 

Candidates must adhere to policies and procedures of Touro University California; and perform all responsibilities within the values and professional framework of the mission and vision of the Public Health Program.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates for this position will possess a minimum of 2-3 years of teaching experience and hold an advanced degree, either a master's or doctoral, with a primary focus on public health or a related field such as social and behavioral sciences, demography, economics, law, health promotion, or education. Essential qualifications include the ability to collaborate effectively within a teaching team, fostering a cooperative and supportive environment. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in utilizing technology as a teaching tool.

 

Compensation is determined by the assigned workload,experience, and rank. Ranges from $6500-$7500 for a 45 hour /3 unit credit course

Maximum Salary:USD $7,500.00/SemMinimum Salary:USD $6,500.00/Sem