The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

Full-time faculty members at the University of Bridgeport are responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in the Public Health discipline. The Assistant Professor- Field Practicum Coordinator of the MPH Program will oversee the Service Goal of the MPH Program, (Involve students and faculty in-service experiences that improve health and wellness and promote social justice) and expand partnerships at the community, state, national, and international level. This position is geared to identify meaningful support and collaboration with key stakeholders in planning, designing, and implementing all activities, including addressing the cultural, racial, linguistic, and/or geographic diversity of the populations and communities served.

The review of applications will begin in January 2026; full consideration will be given to complete applications received by March 1, 2026. Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Maintain regular instructional responsibility in the MPH program.
• Advises students regarding internship experience, oversees documentation and serves as the program liaison for site preceptors, building relationships with preceptors to place interns.

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

Full-time faculty members at the University of Bridgeport are responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in the Public Health discipline. The Assistant Professor- Field Practicum Coordinator of the MPH Program will oversee the Service Goal of the MPH Program, (Involve students and faculty in-service experiences that improve health and wellness and promote social justice) and expand partnerships at the community, state, national, and international level. This position is geared to identify meaningful support and collaboration with key stakeholders in planning, designing, and implementing all activities, including addressing the cultural, racial, linguistic, and/or geographic diversity of the populations and communities served.

The review of applications will begin in January 2026; full consideration will be given to complete applications received by March 1, 2026. Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Maintain regular instructional responsibility in the MPH program.
• Advises students regarding internship experience, oversees documentation and serves as the program liaison for site preceptors, building relationships with preceptors to place interns.