Assistant Professor

Position Details Position Information Classification Title Working Title Assistant Professor, Health Science/Applied Health Science (AA25099) Hire Types Faculty Division Academic Affairs Department Allied Health & Nursing, College of Unit Health Science Location Mankato FLSA Exempt Full/Part Time Full Time FTE 1.0 Employment Condition Probationary Work Shift Work Schedule/Hours/Days Posting Details APPLICATION DEADLINE:Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2024 and continue until the position has been filled. POSITION:Tenure-Track (Probationary ) Salary Minimum Salary Maximum Salary Type Depends on qualifications Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO Job Description The Department of Health Science at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a Tenure-Track (Probationary) position in Applied Health Science in the Department of Health Science. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses as well as large enrollment general education health courses. These courses may include, but are not limited to: Personal Health, First Aid and CPR, Drug Education, Introduction to Health Education, Health Communication and Advocacy, Health Care Delivery, Biostatistics, and courses pertaining to health education program planning, implementation, and evaluation. The position requires actively engaging in scholarship and continued professional development. All university faculty members are expected to participate in service to the discipline, department, university, and community. In addition, faculty members are responsible for advising and mentoring students. A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year. The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified. May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university's additional locations, as assigned. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement). Required Qualifications Doctorate or terminal degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Health Behavior, or closely related field. (Conferred on an official transcript by August 1, 2024.) Doctoral coursework must reflect the Eight Areas of Responsibility of a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) . Current Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) credential or CHES/MCHES eligible at the time of appointment. Two (2) years of college teaching experience in health education or closely related field (experience as a graduate teaching assistant is acceptable). Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills. Master of Public Health (MPH) Degree with or without CPH. Professional preparation in Health Education with Minnesota Health Credential and three (3) years' experience in K-12 setting. University teaching experience in a large enrollment general education course. Demonstrated ability to teach using technology in the classroom and/or online course delivery. Demonstrated commitment to active learning and to developing innovative ways to support learning. Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations. Currently hold or have potential to obtain certification and instructor certification in First Aid and CPR. Other Requirements Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy , and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: Exclusively On Campus: A positionthat requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location. About ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: DEPARTMENTAL SPECIFIC INFORMATION: The Applied Health Science program within the Department of Health Science offers four different tracks for undergraduate students, including Health Education and Promotion, Public Health, Occupational Therapy Prep., and Healthcare Administration Prep. The Master of Science (MS) in Applied Health Science is a completely online/remote-learning program designed to prepare individuals for employment in a variety of settings. More information about the Department of Health Science can be found at and University Demographics Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes: Enhancing access and student success. Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs. Anchoring the communities and regions we serve. Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here. Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation. Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name-Minnesota State University, Mankato. Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor's through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota's the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: APPLICATION PROCEDURES: To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. Cover Letter Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae Contact Information for three (3) references Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankato's goals? CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Mark Windschitl Search Committee Chairperson Health Science Phone: TTY: or 711 Email:mark . click apply for full job details