The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and research with graduate students. Teaching responsibilities include epidemiology, biostatistics, computer applications, qualitative and quantitative analysis. Our faculty members are active scholars, who lead externally funded research and community projects. Applications are encouraged from applicants with a strong background in any current or emerging areas of epidemiology and biostatistics, with research interests in areas such as health equity, health disparities, maternal and child health, minority health, aging, chronic disease. The department is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from HBCU and underrepresented backgrounds, minimizing barriers and increasing equity and completion rates between members of different demographic groups.

Preferred Qualitifications Advanced training beyond the Ph.D., e.g. Post-doc; Successful experience teaching undergraduate or graduate courses in public health with an emphasis in any area of Epidemiology and Biostatistics; Successful experience teaching public health to HBCU and diverse student body and knowledge of effective strategies (e.g. culturally responsive or inclusive pedagogy, awareness of issues that may affect the success of minoritized students) supporting underrepresented groups; Awareness of pedagogical best practices and ongoing commitment to developing and maintaining knowledge in this area; A research project that complements existing department and community research; Experience recruiting graduate students from diverse backgrounds; and Commitment to the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.

The Department of Public Health Sciences at Xavier value teaching and research as essential components of education; many of our undergraduate and graduate students engage in independent research and practicums mentored by faculty and preceptors. The Public Health Sciences Department shares the university’s mission and supports it by preparing students to create a more just and humane society through careers in public health, medicine, health administration, health equity, health promotion, biomedical sciences, and related areas. As a Department, our goal is to prepare Xavier students for careers that are impactful through leadership and service. By promoting theoretical and applied concepts, critical and analytical thinking, and quantitative and qualitative reasoning, we prepare Xavier students to enter the public health workforce or pursue graduate and health professional studies and career opportunities.

The Department of Public Health Sciences is one of the newest departments at Xavier and offer opportunities to all majors in the sciences, and the humanities and arts to learn about public health issues.

(1) A cover letter emphasizing qualifications for this position; (2) a comprehensive CV; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; (4) a research statement that outlines a scholarship agenda; (5) transcript; and (6) contact information for at least three references who can provide letters of recommendation.

Questions about the position should be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Billie Castle (bcastle@xula.edu).

Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Department of Public Health Sciences is especially interested in exceptionally well- qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received before September 15, 2024 are assured consideration.

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