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Job Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor

Department:

Public Health | Division of Epidemiology

Position Overview

The College of Public Health at The Ohio State University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position. This role is intended for scholars teaching epidemiology and public health, and aligns with the College’s commitment to excellence in public health education. The appointment is for one year and would begin August 15, 2026 for the 2026-27 academic year.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in epidemiology and public health, and to work on creating new curriculum, including proposal and materials for a certificate in Maternal and Child Health and a certificate in Epidemiology. In addition, the candidate will be expected to engage collaboratively with faculty and students and contribute to the intellectual life of the College.

All teaching activities are conducted in person on the University’s main campus in Columbus, Ohio.

Performance Objectives

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in epidemiology and public health, and other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise.
• Mentor students through office hours and other forms of academic support, as appropriate to assigned teaching responsibilities.
• Develop certificate program proposals and course syllabi to expand public health educational offerings and contribute to a rigorous culture of critical inquiry in the curriculum.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff in service to the Division of Epidemiology, including participation committees and other activities that support curricular and academic priorities, as appropriate for a visiting appointment.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the College by participating in lectures, seminars, workshops, and other academic events, and by attending in-person division meetings, college faculty meetings, staff and faculty town halls, dean’s lecture series events, and spring pre-commencement.

Education and Experience Requirements

• PhD in Epidemiology.
• Experience teaching Epidemiology to undergraduates and graduate students.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to or demonstrated efforts in scholarly activities that reflect Ohio State’s Shared Values

Additional Information

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources, including a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

Please be aware that you will not be able to edit your application or application materials after submission.

Please include all and only the following required application materials in the Application Documents section, found in the My Experience step (Step 2 of the application process):

• Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1–2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
• Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae)/Resume: Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your teaching, research, mentoring experience, and service. Please do not include pictures in your CV.
• Attachment 3: Statement of teaching and mentoring: A brief statement describing your background in teaching and mentoring in epidemiology, your current intellectual interests, and how your experience and scholarship inform your teaching in epidemiology and public health.
• Attachment 4: Names and contact information for two professional references who can provide letters of recommendation upon request.

Review of applications will start July 1, 2026. For questions regarding this position, please contact Alison Norris at [email protected].

The College of Public Health  

The College of Public Health is Ohio’s first accredited college of public health. First established in 1995 as part of the College of Medicine, the University Board of Trustees created the College of Public Health in 2007. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report ranked Ohio State’s College of Public Health graduate program 22nd of all Schools of Public Health. It is one of seven health sciences colleges on the same campus, more than any other university in the U.S. The college includes five academic divisions, two centers of outreach and engagement, four graduate degree programs with several specializations, and an undergraduate degree with two specializations, and two undergraduate minors. Specializations within the college include biostatistics, environmental health sciences, epidemiology, health behavior and health promotion, health services management and policy, veterinary public health, biomedical informatics, and clinical and translational science, and population health management and leadership.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.  

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.

Additional Information:

Location:

Cunz Hall (0293)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.