Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Health Sciences (26-27) at DePaul University – Chicago, Illinois

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Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Health Sciences (26-27)

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Posting Details

Job ID: 174744
Rank: Instructor
College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health
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The Department of Health Sciences in the College of Science and Health at DePaul University in Chicago invites applications for a Professional Lecturer faculty position (non-tenure track) starting September 1, 2026. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

Key Responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities may include existing undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the department, as well as new courses aligned with the candidate's expertise. We seek a public health expert who can teach Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Community Health Assessment, Health Administration, Health Care Policy, and/or related courses. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in contributing to a multidisciplinary department.

Service to the department is expected. Contributions to the MPH program are expected and will include developing/nurturing academic workforce partnerships, mentoring students through the practicum-to-workforce trajectory, and teaching practicum and workforce development courses. Adjustments to the teaching load will be made appropriately.

About the Department
The Health Sciences department trains students to address individual and community health through a collaborative approach that integrates natural and social science perspectives. We serve 500 undergraduate students pursuing a BS degree with concentrations in Bioscience or Public Health Sciences, and 40 graduate students pursuing an MPH degree with concentrations in Community Health Practice or Social Epidemiology.

About the College
The College of Science and Health includes the School of Nursing and departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics and Astrophysics, Psychology, and Rehabilitative Sciences and Professions. The College of Science and Health is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized, accessible, and inclusive education in science and health disciplines to a diverse student body. Rooted in the enduring values of St. Vincent de Paul, we nurture student success and a sense of belonging within our community. As leaders in science and health education and research in the vibrant city of Chicago, we embrace our responsibility to promote social and environmental justice.

Qualifications:
Required qualifications

• A graduate degree in public health (PhD preferred)
• A demonstrated record of or potential for excellence in teaching
• Experience with student mentorship and engagement with community partners

Application Instructions:
A complete application should include the following:

• A cover letter addressing interest in the position
• A curriculum vitae
• A teaching statement that articulates experiences and plans (1 page)
• Three letters from professional references

Review of applications will begin January 20, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. For further questions about this position please contact the department chair, Dr. Sarah Connolly ( sarah.connolly@depaul.edu ).

General Compensation/Benefits Statement
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx .

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $53,500 - $65,350, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents

Cover Letter(1)
C.V.(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)