Job Description

Overview:

The healthcare studies department is seeking an on-site, full-time, tenure-track faculty member beginning Fall 2025. Teaching assignments will vary based upon the expertise of the candidate and programmatic needs, but may include courses in healthcare management, career readiness, public health, academic and professional writing, diversity and cultural inclusiveness, and courses associated with our early college program. The ideal candidate will work as a collaborative faculty member committed to academic excellence, innovation, and student success.

Salem State University is a place where academic excellence and a dedication to teaching come together. We embrace the uniqueness of our faculty, creating a collegial and collaborative environment where you can excel in your scholarly and teaching pursuits. Our commitment to civic engagement and the success of our students drives our work. We seek faculty who value continuous improvement and accountability. Join us and be part of a vibrant academic community that transforms lives and enriches the Commonwealth.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate degree (or ABD with significant progress can be considered) in a healthcare related field
• E xperience in and demonstrated enthusiasm for full time teaching, internships and field experiences, research, advising, and mentoring of students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles
• E xperience in and demonstrated ability to work with a team and collaborate across disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Salem State University seeks to enrich the faculty/librarian ranks by actively encouraging candidates whose lived and scholarly experiences directly address issues regarding the health, welfare, and representation of Latinx populations in the United States. Candidates who meet this strongly desired qualification should present documented activities in Latinx-related teaching, scholarship/research, and service, including community-based endeavors in each of these three areas.
• An area of expertise that includes public health, health care information and information systems, health insurance, managed care, practical (field-based) health administration experience, career readiness, or experience working with community-based health organizations
• Demonstrated interest in civic learning and civic engagement pedagogies is strongly preferred
• Experience in and enthusiasm for teaching in a multi-racial, multi-ethnic environment with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles
• Experience using instructional technologies, teaching face-to-face, hybrid (partially online), remote classes and academic advising
• Interest in working with students enrolled in the early college program

Working Conditions:
This is an on-site, in-person position in Salem, MA.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions:
Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, cover letter and (unofficial) transcripts.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:
Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women, and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Please Note: If there is no application deadline associated with a position, it may be removed at any time and additional applications will not be accepted.

About Salem State University - Salem, MA

Salem State University, located just 15 miles north of Boston, is one of the largest state universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and an important partner in the economic, cultural and intellectual vitality of the greater north-of-Boston region. Situated in the historic seacoast town of Salem, Massachusetts, Salem State provides a diverse community of learners a high quality, student-centered education; one that prepares them to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society.

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Full time, Remote job, Visa sponsorship, H1b,

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