The Center for the Study of Human Health (CSHH) at Emory University is a cross-disciplinary and rapidly growing program that seeks a Lecturer in Health Equity to begin Fall semester of 2023. CSHH is an interdisciplinary liberal arts program encompassing innovative courses and scholarly endeavors with broad perspectives on health and the human condition through a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Human Health, a joint major in Economics and Health, and minors in Predictive Health, Global Health, Culture and Society; Nutrition Science; and Predictive Health.
We seek a teacher-scholar focused on health equity from across any of the following areas and approaches to human health: bioethics, applied social science methods, determinants of health and wellbeing, health disparities and inequities, minoritized and marginalized communities, health policy, ethnomedicine, One Health, or the biopsychosocial model of health. Geographic area of work is open. Successful applicants must have experience using evidence to evaluate the human experience of health. Experience teaching innovative, evidence-based courses in human health-related disciplines at the undergraduate-level is necessary. In addition to electives in their area of expertise, candidates should be able to contribute to our teaching program in: bioethics, public health ethics, health equity, research methods, and critical assessment of scientific research. Successful candidates should demonstrate the desire to integrate their disciplinary background within a broad liberal arts perspective. A history of research and mentoring students outside the classroom are required.
This is a full‐time, lecture-track position with a courseload of five courses per academic year, including both large lecture courses and small seminars. In addition, successful applicants will be expected to mentor and advise students outside the classroom. The initial appointment will be for a period of three years with renewals and promotions possible within the lecture‐track system, as detailed in the Emory College of Arts and Sciences Guidelines for Appointment of Lecture-Track Faculty (http://college.emory.edu/faculty/faculty/promotion-lecture-track.html).
Applicants who hold a relevant doctorate should submit: a cover letter; curriculum vitae; a personal statement describing teaching experience and teaching philosophy; two (2) syllabi from representative courses taught; a statement on previous efforts and future plans for diversity, equity, and inclusion, with particular attention to student and classroom inclusion; graduate transcripts; and contact information for three (3) references. CSHH’s commitment to and progress on equity, inclusion, and diversity will be discussed with candidates at interview. Review begins November 28, 2022. Submit your application materials by December 23, 2022 for full consideration. Reference letters will be requested for selected candidates during the review process. Please direct questions to the Human Health Search Committee, Human.Health@emory.edu.
Submit your application here: apply.interfolio.com/101266
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.