Global Studies 2012-2013

Global Studies 2012-2013
This page is for annoucements of Global Studies faculty positions and postdocs beginning in Fall 2013 through Spring 2014. For Global Studies positions beginning in Spring 2013, the page is here.

Mercer University, Assistant Professor, Global Health/Social and Behavioral Health--Open until filled
The Department of International and Global Studies at MERCER UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Global Health, with an emphasis on Social and Behavioral Health. Duties will consist of teaching seven undergraduate courses, which may include: Introduction to Health Science, Global Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Global Health Policy, and other courses in the candidate's specialty areas. As faculty in the College of Liberal Arts, there is also an expectation to teach courses in the general education programs as a component of the annual teaching load. The successful candidate will take part in the evaluation and refinement of the undergraduate degree in Global Health Studies, and have the opportunity to develop new courses in their area of specialization. Research involving undergraduates is highly encouraged.

PhD or DrPH from an accredited college/university in Public Health with a concentration on Social and Behavioral Health Science or Global Health, completed by the start of Fall 2013. Emphasis on Global Health issues, Public Health Systems, Health Development and Inequalities, Population Patterns, Pandemics, Epidemiology and/or other related areas, and with promise of excellence in teaching and scholarly activity. Strong preference will be given to candidates with formal training in writing instruction, and a background in liberal arts education. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is considered an advantage. 

Candidates should access www.mercerjobs.com to complete a brief online application and attach a letter of interest, current CV, statements of teaching philosophy and professional interests, and names and email addresses of three references. Referees should mail their letters directly to: Dr. Eimad Houry, International and Global Studies, Mercer University, 1400 Coleman Ave Macon GA 31207. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Job posting here.

Mercer University, Assistant Professor, Global Health/Environmental Health
The Department of International and Global Studies at MERCER UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Global Health, with an emphasis on Environmental Health. Duties will consist of teaching seven undergraduate courses, which may include: Introduction to Health Science, Global Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Global Health Policy, and other courses in the candidate's specialty areas. As faculty in the College of Liberal Arts, there is also an expectation to teach courses in the general education programs as a component of the annual teaching load. The successful candidate will take part in the evaluation and refinement of the undergraduate degree in Global Health Studies, and have the opportunity to develop new courses in their area of specialization. Research involving undergraduates is highly encouraged.

A PhD or DrPH from an accredited college/university in Public Health, or related fields, completed by the start of Fall 2013. Emphasis on Global Health issues, Environmental Risks, Health Development, Epidemiology and/or other related areas, and with promise of excellence in teaching and scholarly activity. Strong preference will be given to candidates with formal training in writing instruction, and a background in liberal arts education. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is considered an advantage. 

Candidates should access www.mercerjobs.com to complete a brief online application and attach a letter of interest, current CV, statements of teaching philosophy and professional interests, and names and email addresses of three references. Referees should mail their letters directly to: Dr. Eimad Houry, International and Global Studies, Mercer University, 1400 Coleman Ave Macon GA 31207.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

Job posting here.