The Department of Medicine, Health, and Society (MHS) in the College of Arts & Science at Vanderbilt University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of the Practice of Social Science Approaches to Health. This is a full-time position, not on the tenure track, for a three-year appointment beginning Fall 2025 with the possibility for renewal. The position of Assistant Professor of the Practice carries a 3-2 annual teaching load.
Primary responsibilities will include teaching in undergraduate and MA-level programs. Interdisciplinary educators and professionals with expertise in health policy, health economics, health disparities, global health, public health, medical anthropology, or medical sociology will be given preference. Candidates may be asked to teach introductory courses on social foundations of health and related topics involving the policy process, policy evaluation, or applied health and public policy issues. Candidates should be skilled educators with interest in developing undergraduate and MA-level courses related to their interests and expertise.
MHS is an innovative multidisciplinary research and teaching center that applies social science and humanities methods to biomedical questions. More information about MHS can be found via our website,?http://www.vanderbilt.edu/mhs, and about the MA programs at?https://www.vanderbilt.edu/mhs/graduate/m-a-program. Examples of current and past MHS social science and policy courses are: “COVID and Society,” “Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities,” “Mental Health Policy,” “Foundations of Population Health,” “HIV/AIDS in the Global Community,” and “Quantitative Research Methods.”
At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.
Vanderbilt University is an 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, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants should electronically submit via Interfolio [http://apply.interfolio.com/156486]: a letter of interest addressed to Jonathan Metzl, Chair of MHS, a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, including all course evaluations, if available, and the names of three references. Second-round candidates will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation via the Interfolio portal.
Review of applications will begin November 5, 2024. Completed applications received by that date are guaranteed full consideration, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The three-year appointment will begin on August 16, 2025 with the possibility for reappointment contingent upon review and need. A Ph.D. is required and must be completed no later than August 1, 2025. The final candidate for this position must successfully complete a background check per university regulations.
About Vanderbilt University Department of Medicine, Health, and Society
MHS is an innovative multidisciplinary research and teaching center that applies social science and humanities methods to biomedical questions. More information about MHS can be found via our website,?http://www.vanderbilt.edu/mhs, and about the MA programs at?https://www.vanderbilt.edu/mhs/graduate/m-a-program. Examples of current and past MHS social science and policy courses are: “COVID and Society,” “Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities,” “Mental Health Policy,” “Foundations of Population Health,” “HIV/AIDS in the Global Community,” and “Quantitative Research Methods.”
