Lecturer in Social Determinants of Health and Health Policy

Position Title:

Position Type:

Salary Range:

Salary will be between $55,350 and $58,800, based on the number of courses taught and years of teaching experience; benefits eligible. 

Purpose:

The Department of Public Health at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit Catholic university, invites applications for a Lecturer (2026-2027, non-tenure track). Course load will be a combination of 5 Public Health courses which may include: PHSC 1 - Introduction to Public Health; PHSC 3 - Community Health; PHSC 155 - Health Policy and Advocacy; and PHSC 175 - Qualitative Research Methods. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. The successful candidate will teach the equivalent of 5 courses over the year. Each quarter is 10 weeks long, with an 11th week set for final examinations. This position starts September 1, 2026 and ends August 31, 2027, unless otherwise noted.
 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

(1) Candidates must have a DrPH or Ph.D. degree in a Public Health or Sociological related field.

(2) Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching in social and structural determinants of health, Introduction to Public Health, health policy and advocacy, and qualitative methods required.

(3) Excellent communication skills;

(4) Experienced with Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) research methods working with youth.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

(1) Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.
(2) Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

TEACHING (95%):

Duties for this particular position include but are not limited to planning and teaching the following courses in a manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively. Courses that are approved for the University Core must be taught from an approved syllabus. The successful candidate may use a previously-approved syllabus or may work with the chair to design an appropriate syllabus.

Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with teaching assigned courses, including:

(a) Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;

(b) Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, providing timely feedback to students;

(c) Holding regular weekly office hours (on campus or online if campus is still closed due to COVID-19);

(d) Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate, and fair measure of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;

(e) Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;

(f) Serving as an advisor to a reasonable number of students, commensurate with the full-time equivalency of the appointment, by providing informed advice to those students;

(g) Developing courses for which they are responsible and contributing to general curriculum development.

SERVICES (5%):

Faculty Handbook section 3.6.3.3 “Specific Functions Related to Service” defines service as “fostering and advancing the mission and goals of the department, the University, or the profession through contributions other than teaching and scholarship or creative work such as service on committees, participation in professional organizations and activities, and community service performed in virtue of their professional expertise or association with the University.” Service may more specifically include attending department meetings, serving on committees, advising student organizations and honor societies, taking part in student recruitment/orientation efforts, and contributing to the accreditation or program assessment. To respect the time and commitment of AYAL faculty members, service expectations must be commensurate with the full-time equivalency of the appointment.

Service is typically evaluated as 5% of the appointment. Additional service must be included through an assignment letter as part of the faculty member’s formal written appointment.

Other minimal instructional or academic duties as may be assigned by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences or the Chair of the Department.

REQUESTED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

(1) A letter of interest, specifying position sought, qualifications, relevant experience and teaching philosophy;

(2) Academic Curriculum Vitae;

(3) Names and contact information for two professional references

Review of application materials will begin on April 15th, 2026.

Please note that your employment is subject to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 (“Local 1021”); see https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/cba-ntt/). 

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

EEO Statement

​Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decisionmaking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX website at  https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/. 

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Consistent with its obligations under the law, Santa Clara University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.  Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources ADA Team at hraccommodations@scu.edu or by phone at (408)554-5750.

Work Authorization:

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position.  The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.