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Associate or Full Professor & Inaugural Chair of the Department of Health Behavior, Policy & Management (Tenured)

  • https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/21777
  • Norfolk, Virginia, United States
  • COMM & ENVIRON HEALTH
  • Old Dominion University

Title: Associate or Full Professor & Inaugural Chair of the Department of Health Behavior, Policy & Management (Tenured)

Agency: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Location: Norfolk, VA

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Job Description:
The Joint School of Public Health (JSPH) at Old Dominion University (ODU) in Norfolk, Virginia invites applications from experienced, accomplished, and visionary individuals to serve as inaugural Chair of the Department of Health Behavior, Policy, & Management starting in summer or fall of 2025. The Chair is expected to provide visionary leadership in departmental education, research, and service activities in alignment with the School and University’s strategic plan.

The JSPH offers two Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accredited programs, the Masters of Public Health (MPH) and the doctoral program (PhD) in Health Services Research programs. The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health (BSEH), Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH), and Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) programs are also part of the JSPH.

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.
Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must:

  • Have experience teaching and mentoring students.
  • Demonstrate a significant scholarly record of publications in health behavior, health promotion, health policy, health management, health services research, or related areas.
  • Demonstrate successful acquisition and sustainability of external funding and grants, including investigator-initiated and/or unsolicited grants.
  • Have prior management and administrative experience, including budget planning and management, in an academic setting.
  • Possess excellent interpersonal skills and written communication.
  • Qualify for appointment at the Associate Professor or Full Professor rank with tenure at ODU.

Specific information on ranks and tenure as per ODU faculty handbook: https://itsapps.odu.edu/ao/facultyhandbook/index.php?page=ch02s24.html
Additional Considerations:

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.

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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