Assistant/Associate Professor Community Health - State University Faculty

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Working Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor Community Health - State University Faculty

Institution:

St. Cloud State UniversityState University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$64,963.00 - $188,620.00

Job Description

The College of Health and Wellness Professionals at St. Cloud State University invites applications for a Fixed Term Non-Probationary position in Community Health in the Department of Kinesiology, Community Health, and Gerontology.  

• A faculty's workload responsibility will include twenty-four (24) credits of instruction per academic 

• year

• Expected to develop and deliver course content in various modes: face-to-face, hybrid, and online. 

• Will be required to teach weekdays, evenings, and/or online

• The position will mentor undergraduate students

• The position will supervise internship experiences

• This position will develop relationships with community organizations/agencies

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate course in areas such as: Principles of Nutrition, Personal and Community Health, Theory and Foundation in Community Health, Consumer Health, Public Health, International Health, Drugs in Society, Advanced Nutrition, Anatomy/Kinesiology, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Promotions, and Senior Seminar.

Salary Range: $64,963 - $188,620/annually

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Health or Community Health

• A minimum of two years teaching at the higher education level in Public Health or Community Health

• Certified Health Education Specialist (C.H.E.S), completing during employment

• Demonstrated commitment to student engagement, mentoring, and student success

• The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interests and/or abilities to teach in Principles of Nutrition, Personal and Community Health, Theory and Foundation in Community Health, Consumer Health, Public Health, International Health, Drugs in Society, Advanced Nutrition,

• Anatomy/Kinesiology, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Promotions, and Senior Seminar

• Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate level in both online and face-to-face settings

• Demonstrated effective written, oral communication, and/or presentation skills

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment

Preferred Qualification 

• Ph.D in Public Health or Community Health

• Health Educator Experience working with State, County, or Community Agencies

• Health Promotions experience, administration and organization of events

• Supervision of undergraduate students in Community Health placement settings/agencies

• Experience developing, planning, and coordinating Health Education programs, services and campaigns

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Information

Appointment Type: Fixed Term Non-Probationary (FTNP)

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications 

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. 

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office for Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-17-2026

Position End Date:

05-12-2027

Open Date:

04-06-2026

Close Date:

05-07-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Renee Denise Bertram

Posting Contact Email:

rdbertram@stcloudstate.edu