Assistant Professor in Environmental Public Health - Public Health and Environmental Studies

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Position Title:

Public Health and Environmental Studies: Assistant Professor in Environmental Public Health

Job Category:

Faculty

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

POSITION

A tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor is available in the Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. The department seeks a candidate with expertise in environmental health committed to teaching excellence and maintaining an active research and service program. This campus-based appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2027/2028 academic year. The starting salary for this position is $75,000.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned doctorate in environmental health, public health, or related discipline. ABD applicants may be considered but must complete the terminal degree by August 1, 2027.
• Demonstrated potential to teach undergraduate environmental public health courses in both campus-based and online settings.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarship and professional service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Record of professional experience in environmental health.
• Possession of CIH, CSP, RS/REHS or similar certification.
• Experience teaching and/or mentoring a broad range of students using high-impact practices, including laboratory and field work.
• Experience developing campus-based and online courses.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience mentoring and/or advising students in their academic and career development.
• Demonstrated commitment to values of accessibility and belonging.
• Ability to contribute to the department’s other programs is considered an asset.

DUTIES

• Develop and teach a variety of undergraduate environmental public health courses. Example courses include Introduction to Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Hazardous and Solid Waste, Toxicology and Risk Assessment, and Industrial Hygiene.
• Establish a program of scholarship that includes student collaborators.
• Engage in campus and community service such as extramural activities, departmental operations, and shared governance.
• Promote student development and academic achievement through advising, mentoring, service projects and internships.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners from a wide range of cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds.
• Actively participate in relevant environmental health organizations.

DEPARTMENT

The Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies has seven full-time faculty and is home to two undergraduate majors (Environmental Public Health and Public Health), the Master of Public Health, and two minors (Environmental Studies and Public Health) and three certificates (undergraduate certificate in Sustainability and Climate Action, graduate certificate in Public Health, graduate certificate in Environmental Health). Since 1971, the nationally accredited Environmental Public Health comprehensive major has prepared students for a wide variety of environmental health careers, including environmental health specialist, epidemiologist, public health officer, toxicologist, environmental health and safety officer, industrial hygienist, and environmental compliance officer in the public and private sectors.

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 8,500 undergraduate students, 700 graduate students, and over 600 instructional faculty, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. In 2022, we were recognized by US News and World Report as the highest-rated public regional university in Wisconsin and in 2024, as the top public regional comprehensive university in undergraduate research and creative projects in the nation. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful park Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful park and trails, well-regarded public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives   (Job ID # 10014719).

Please be sure you have included the following as separate documents in PDF format:

• Letter of application
• Unofficial graduate school transcripts
• Curriculum vita
• Single page teaching philosophy statement
• Single page statement of research interests and plans
• Single page statement to describe past, present, and/or future contributions to fostering belonging (include with your statement of research interests; Workday will only allow for five uploads)
• Full contact information for three references (include with your letter of application; Workday will only allow for five uploads)

Please direct requests for additional information to: Dr. Laura Suppes, Professor, Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies; [email protected].

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by October 23, 2026. However, screening may continue until the position is filled.

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INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW 

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit  https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ . 

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment. 

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7). 

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report. Also visit our Campus Security Authority(CSA) policy. 

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.