The JSPH benefits from a distinguished faculty with extensive expertise in health behavior, policy, and management. Our professors are recognized leaders in their fields, combining rigorous academic training with practical experience in public health practice. They bring a wealth of knowledge from diverse backgrounds, including social and behavioral sciences, policy analysis, and health administration, ensuring a comprehensive and forward-thinking educational experience. Their commitment to mentoring, research, and community engagement enriches the learning environment, preparing students to address complex health challenges with innovative solutions and effective management strategies.

Preferred experience Preference will be given to candidates who have: • Prior experience as a Department Chair or other significant leadership position in an academic setting. • Familiarity with CEPH accreditation standards and processes. • The ability to promote increases in sponsored research activity among faculty. • A clear forward-thinking vision to advance the reputation and visibility of the Department, School, and University. • Expertise across interdisciplinary areas of health behavior, health promotion, health policy, health management, or health services research. • Track record of community engagement activities, service to community/profession, collaboration, and research. • Experience with program and curriculum development and revision. • Experience with successful student recruitment and retention.

ODU is an ethnically and culturally diverse urban campus of 21,000 students located in the Hampton Roads area, which is home to one of the world’s largest military complexes, a burgeoning technology industry, and one of the nation’s busiest ports. NSU, a comprehensive urban public institution, is committed to transforming students’ lives through exemplary teaching, research and service. Offering a supportive academic and culturally diverse environment for all, the University empowers its students to turn their aspirations into reality and achieve their full potential as well-rounded, resourceful citizens and leaders for the 21st century. Nearby recreational activities include the Eastern Shore, Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, and nearby beaches in Virginia Beach and North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Hampton Roads is three to four hours from the Washington DC area.