Assistant Professor of Health Sciences
Apply NowCompany: Providence College
Location: Providence, RI 02902
Description:
Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually
Location : Providence College
Job Type: Ordinary Faculty
Job Number: PC00081
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Opening Date: 03/11/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NU
Providence College, a primarily undergraduate, liberal arts, Catholic institution of higher education conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. The College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment that supports all of its students, faculty, and staff. All members of the community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning experience valuing differences and practicing inclusion. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge, and commitment to work within a diverse learning environment. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Providence College is an equal opportunity employer. The College's Non-Discrimination policy can be found
Overview
The Department of Health Sciences, in the brand-new School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS)
at Providence College (also referred to as "the College" or "PC"), seeks to fill one tenure-track faculty position to begin in the Fall 2025 (i.e., August) semester. We are seeking applicants with teaching, research, and/or clinical practice experience in the health sciences, human biology, and/or public health. Depending on areas of expertise and experiences, the successful candidates will teach courses such as Epidemiology and Nutrition and Disease Prevention, for undergraduate students in the health sciences, nursing, and other majors across campus who are seeking health-related careers. Successful candidates will also participate in the department's team-taught senior seminar and capstone in health sciences and will have the opportunity to develop and teach other courses in their area of interest and specialization. Successful candidates will maintain an active scholarly agenda and contribute professional service according to the college's expectations of pre-tenured faculty. Candidates with an earned doctorate in health sciences, public health, or a closely related field are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is an exciting and historic opportunity to join PC's newly established School of Nursing and Health Sciences and shape an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum for the next generation of students entering nursing and other health professions. The 153,000 sq. ft state-of-the-art Ben Mondor Center for Nursing and Health Sciences houses the School of Nursing and Health Sciences' existing and future undergraduate and graduate programs. This one-of-a-kind facility opened in January 2025 and features the latest classroom design and technologies and showcase expansive clinical simulation and research facilities, including a human performance laboratory and environmental chamber. A student career education and advising center, along with conference and meeting space, will be included as part of the inspiring resources intended for the next generation of healthcare providers, faculty, and staff.
As the student body at Providence College grows increasingly diverse, we have a strong preference for candidates who demonstrate a deep commitment to and proven ability in supporting the success of students from historically marginalized economic, social, and cultural groups.
Applicants should apply online at the College's career site at: and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement/philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. For additional information, please contact Dr. Todd Olszewski, Health Sciences Department Chair, at Review of applications will begin on March 28, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. A doctoral degree is required for this tenure-track appointment.
Providence College is a Roman Catholic four-year liberal arts institution conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars and seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. Providence College is committed to upholding an academic culture and campus community that attracts and supports the development of a diverse faculty reflecting the global environment in which we live and work. As such, a pillar of Providence College's Strategic Plan for Diversity involves "intentionally recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are drawn to, and supportive of, the mission of the College, and who have demonstrated a commitment to the human flourishing of each member of the campus community." To review the strategic plan, please visit ; An AA/EOE, the College especially encourages applications from women and persons of color.
Duties and Responsibilities
This tenure-track faculty position will report to the Chair of the Department of Health Sciences. Primary teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate level and will include the development, implementation and assessment of curriculum, student advising, service to the college, and scholarly pursuits.
Education and Experience
Candidates with an earned doctorate in health sciences, human biology, public health, or a closely related field are strongly encouraged to apply.
Supplemental Information
Applicants should apply online at the College's career site at: and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement/philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcript, and three letters of recommendation. For additional information, please contact Dr. Todd Olszewski, Health Sciences Department Chair, at Review of applications will begin on March 28, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. A doctoral degree is required for these tenure-track appointments.
Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:
These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/
Location : Providence College
Job Type: Ordinary Faculty
Job Number: PC00081
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Opening Date: 03/11/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NU
Providence College, a primarily undergraduate, liberal arts, Catholic institution of higher education conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. The College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment that supports all of its students, faculty, and staff. All members of the community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning experience valuing differences and practicing inclusion. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge, and commitment to work within a diverse learning environment. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Providence College is an equal opportunity employer. The College's Non-Discrimination policy can be found
Overview
The Department of Health Sciences, in the brand-new School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS)
at Providence College (also referred to as "the College" or "PC"), seeks to fill one tenure-track faculty position to begin in the Fall 2025 (i.e., August) semester. We are seeking applicants with teaching, research, and/or clinical practice experience in the health sciences, human biology, and/or public health. Depending on areas of expertise and experiences, the successful candidates will teach courses such as Epidemiology and Nutrition and Disease Prevention, for undergraduate students in the health sciences, nursing, and other majors across campus who are seeking health-related careers. Successful candidates will also participate in the department's team-taught senior seminar and capstone in health sciences and will have the opportunity to develop and teach other courses in their area of interest and specialization. Successful candidates will maintain an active scholarly agenda and contribute professional service according to the college's expectations of pre-tenured faculty. Candidates with an earned doctorate in health sciences, public health, or a closely related field are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is an exciting and historic opportunity to join PC's newly established School of Nursing and Health Sciences and shape an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum for the next generation of students entering nursing and other health professions. The 153,000 sq. ft state-of-the-art Ben Mondor Center for Nursing and Health Sciences houses the School of Nursing and Health Sciences' existing and future undergraduate and graduate programs. This one-of-a-kind facility opened in January 2025 and features the latest classroom design and technologies and showcase expansive clinical simulation and research facilities, including a human performance laboratory and environmental chamber. A student career education and advising center, along with conference and meeting space, will be included as part of the inspiring resources intended for the next generation of healthcare providers, faculty, and staff.
As the student body at Providence College grows increasingly diverse, we have a strong preference for candidates who demonstrate a deep commitment to and proven ability in supporting the success of students from historically marginalized economic, social, and cultural groups.
Applicants should apply online at the College's career site at: and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement/philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. For additional information, please contact Dr. Todd Olszewski, Health Sciences Department Chair, at Review of applications will begin on March 28, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. A doctoral degree is required for this tenure-track appointment.
Providence College is a Roman Catholic four-year liberal arts institution conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars and seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. Providence College is committed to upholding an academic culture and campus community that attracts and supports the development of a diverse faculty reflecting the global environment in which we live and work. As such, a pillar of Providence College's Strategic Plan for Diversity involves "intentionally recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are drawn to, and supportive of, the mission of the College, and who have demonstrated a commitment to the human flourishing of each member of the campus community." To review the strategic plan, please visit ; An AA/EOE, the College especially encourages applications from women and persons of color.
Duties and Responsibilities
This tenure-track faculty position will report to the Chair of the Department of Health Sciences. Primary teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate level and will include the development, implementation and assessment of curriculum, student advising, service to the college, and scholarly pursuits.
Education and Experience
Candidates with an earned doctorate in health sciences, human biology, public health, or a closely related field are strongly encouraged to apply.
Supplemental Information
Applicants should apply online at the College's career site at: and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement/philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcript, and three letters of recommendation. For additional information, please contact Dr. Todd Olszewski, Health Sciences Department Chair, at Review of applications will begin on March 28, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. A doctoral degree is required for these tenure-track appointments.
Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:
- Promote the health and well-being of you and your family
- Provide financial security while you are working
- Build financial resources for retirement
- Help you balance personal and work responsibilities
- Provide educational opportunities for you and your family
These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/