Assistant / Associate Professor in Health Promotion and Education Job at Illinois

Overview The Department of Health Sciences (HSC) invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position at the Assistant / Associate Professor level in Health Promotion and Education, beginning August 16, 2026. We seek candidates who are highly qualified and motivated to teach health promotion, health education, and public health courses as well as other courses to support the Department of Health Sciences. A successful candidate will also be expected to pursue cross-functional, integrative curriculum development and incorporate a pedagogical approach to involve students in learning through high levels of engagement. Candidates will be expected to develop a focused area of research including publication in refereed journals and provide service to the campus and professional communities. For consideration at the associate level, applicants should have an appropriate record of teaching excellence and scholarship.

Responsibilities

Teach health promotion, health education, and public health courses, plus other courses to support the Department of Health Sciences.

Engage in cross-functional, integrative curriculum development and promote student engagement in learning.

Develop a focused area of research with publication in refereed journals.

Provide service to the campus and professional communities.

For tenure considerations at the associate level, demonstrate a record of teaching excellence and scholarship.

Qualifications

Required : Doctoral degree in health promotion, health education, public health, or a commensurate field. Exceptional ABD candidates will be considered with expected degree completion before May 15, 2026.

Required : Ability to demonstrate oral proficiency in English as a condition of employment.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range : $72,000–$84,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Insurance benefits including health, dental, vision, and life

Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options

Tuition waiver benefits for staff and eligible dependents

Paid holidays / administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks

Paid benefit time

For more University Benefit information : information about benefits is available on the Illinois State University Human Resources site.

Starting Date

Proposed starting date : 8 / 16 / 2026.

Application Materials

Cover letter or letter of application

Curriculum vitae

Statement of teaching philosophy

Summary of research interests

Contact information for three references (name, address, telephone, and email)

Important Information for Applicants

Review of applications will begin on October 27, 2025. This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and employment history review, and offers are contingent upon satisfactory results. Equal Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Reasonable accommodations under ADA or other law may be requested by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. If you have difficulty accessing the system, please contact Human Resources.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Jacqueline Lanier, jalanie@ilstu.edu

About Illinois State University

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a public university founded in 1857. The university values excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship, equity, diversity, and integrity. The Health Sciences Department is part of the College of Applied Science and Technology and includes programs in Health Promotion and Education, with accreditations and online graduate offerings.

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