"Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences"

Hiring Department

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor
Department of Health Sciences
College of Health Sciences
University of Missouri – Columbia

Job Description

The College of Health Sciences at the University of Missouri – Columbia (MU) seeks applicants for full time, non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor faculty positions in the Department of Health Sciences (DHS). Appointment for the position will begin July 1, 2026. DHS supports four areas of emphasis: Health and Wellness, Pre-professional, Leadership and Policy, and Rehabilitation Sciences. Responsibilities will include teaching health sciences courses, development of new curriculum, and service to meet the Department/School/University missions.

About the Department/Program

Housed within the DHS, the Bachelor of Health Science in Health Sciences (BHS in HS) is one of the largest undergraduate degree programs at MU campus and offers a flexible, non-clinical curriculum designed to provide students a broad overview of health and health care, preparing them for both direct entrance into health-related careers or for graduate training in health professions. We are looking for candidates who will be passionate about working with interdisciplinary colleagues to prepare tomorrow’s health professionals with exemplary education.

In addition to our undergraduate offerings, the DHS is proud to offer a Master of Health Administration Degree, designed for those seeking leadership roles in health care management and policy. This program complements our mission to prepare health professionals for diverse and impactful careers.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have earned a doctorate level degree prior to appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on their:

• teaching experience with both in person and online class formats
• ability to teach core courses in the department
• ability to develop new courses to prepare undergraduate students

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The anticipated salary range for these positions is $70,000 to $80,000.

Application Materials

Please submit your application online through the University of Missouri website at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 58046). Your application should include:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Cover letter

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin February 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

For questions about the position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Mark Kuhnert at kuhnertm@health.missouri.edu.

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.