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East Carolina University

Public Health Part-Time, Fixed Term Faculty

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A Graduate Teaching Assistant supports a professor in teaching a university class by leading discussion sections, tutorial groups, preparing lectures and course materials, and grading student work.

$63,461 / year median in South Carolina

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Position Details Position Information Job Title Public Health Part-Time, Fixed Term Faculty Position Number
ETBSOMPH-2026-1
Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department
EHH BSOM
Public Health Department Homepage https://public-health.ecu.edu Advertising Department
PUBLIC HEALTH, DEPT OF
Division ECU Health/BSOM Classification Title Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, Teaching Professor Working Title Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, Teaching Professor Number of Vacancies varies Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .74 or less Full Time or Part Time Part Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Commensurate with Qualifications Position Type Faculty (Teaching) Position Location (City) Greenville Job Category Faculty (Teaching) Be a Pirate! Be a Pirate! East Carolina University ( ECU ) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output. Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C. , which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn. ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits. The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The mission and vision of the Department of Public Health in the Brody School of Medicine is to address health disparities in Eastern North Carolina through multi-disciplinary Public Health approaches. Eastern North Carolina has significant health burdens, especially in the rural, low-income, and racial and ethnic minority communities in our region. Many of these issues are brought to light through environmental impacts in our region, such as natural disasters and climate change, as well as through the social determinants of health, which is a major driving force for our teaching, research, and service. The Department of Public Health is also very collaborative in research and service and works with a number of local, regional, state, and national public health and healthcare agencies. Primary Purpose of Position The Department of Public Health is currently recruiting part-time, fixed-term teaching faculty at the title(s) of Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, and Teaching Professor. The department is seeking applicants for short-term, fixed-term faculty (.74 FTE or less) for one or more semesters during the upcoming academic year. Contingent upon the availability of funds Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Master's degree in a related field; All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Teaching experience with graduate and doctoral students. Special Instructions to Applicant East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents: Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest List of Three References (noting contact information) Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At the time of employment, two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered for meeting this requirement. Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable. Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement. Job Open Date 01/01/2026 Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 12/31/2026 Initial Screening Begins 01/03/2026 Rank Level Not Applicable Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/90623 Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA -Coordinator@ecu.edu . Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST . Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy. LinkedIn Chronicle of Higher Education CareerBuilder Greenville Daily Reflector Raleigh News & Observer HigherEdJobs.com InsideHigherEd.com Monster.com Indeed ECU Website Other Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Curriculum Vitae/Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Transcripts