Assistant/Associate Professor for Environmental Health and Safety

Applications must include a CV, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, names and contact information of 3 professional references, a teaching statement, and a research statement.

Contact information for references will be requested in the Professional References section of the application and a link provided through which references can submit letters.

Position Information

Department 1034 - Public and Environment Wellness Requisition No. 0000786 Job Description Summary The Department of Public and Environmental Wellness in the School of Health Sciences at Oakland University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). The successful candidate will join a dynamic and multidisciplinary department committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. We seek a candidate who will initiate and maintain a successful program of research, scholarship, and service. The ideal candidate will contribute to both undergraduate and graduate instruction in Environmental Health and Safety, support the department's mission, and actively engage in curriculum development and program growth.

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Special Instructions to Applicants Applications must include a CV, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, names and contact information of 3 professional references, a teaching statement, and a research statement.

Contact information for references will be requested in the Professional References section of the application and a link provided through which references can submit letters. School/College & Department/Program Summary The Environmental Health and Safety faculty offer: a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS), a dual BS/MS program, and four graduate certificate programs within the Department of Public and Environmental Wellness (PEW). Guided by the mission of “Pursuing society's big health challenges,” the department is dedicated to transforming students into leaders, connecting theory to best practices, and addressing the health needs of diverse communities. Our EHS program focuses on translating knowledge and theory into best practices for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating hazards that pose risks to people, property, and the environment. While our degree and certificate programs are fully available online, we also provide access to well-equipped physical laboratories that enhance hands-on learning and research. Faculty in the EHS program bring expertise in areas including:

All within the broader context of public health and wellness. More About Oakland University The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor's degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University's Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan. Pay Basis Open Date 09/03/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Full-time Faculty EEO Statement Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

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