University of Southern Indiana·Evansville, Wyoming
The Assistant Professor will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses primarily in health administration, maintaining an active research program, and providing academic advising and mentorship to students. Additionally, the role requires contributing meaningful service to the University, the profession, and the broader community.
Title: Assistant Professor of Health Administration and Community Health
Division: Provost's Office
Department: Kinney College of Nursing & Health Professions
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Annual Salary
EEO Job Group: 2 C5
The University of Southern Indiana invites applications from experienced professionals for a 10-month, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Health Administration and Community Health, with a primary focus in health administration. This position is housed within the Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions and will begin August 1, 2026.
Duties/Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in health administration and community health, with a clear emphasis on health administration.
Maintain an active program of research and scholarly activity in health administration, health care systems, or other relevant health-related fields.
Provide academic advising and mentorship that supports student success and professional development in health administration.
Contribute meaningful service to the University, the profession, and the broader community.
Required Knowledge and Skills
A doctoral degree in health-related field is required. Applicants with ABD status will be considered at the rank of Instructor if doctoral degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2026, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2027.
Demonstrated interest, experience, or scholarship in health administration.
Evidence of effective team-oriented collaboration.
Ongoing commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service.
About the College
Kinney College, along with university support, offers a robust infrastructure for program success, including a dedicated four-person technology team supporting Health Services courses and five full-time academic advisors available for student advising and activities. All clinical programs within the College are fully accredited, with an exemplary record in student licensure achievements.
About the Department
For more information about the University of Southern Indiana and the Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions, please visit www.usi.edu/health.
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include: 1. Letter of application 2. Current curriculum vitae/resume 3. Unofficial transcripts
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Erin Reynolds, search committee chair, at ereynolds@usi.edu [ereynolds@usi.edu].
For best consideration, please submit materials by April 16, 2026.
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
Authorization to Work in the United States
USI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the Associate Director of Human Resources, Constance Hermann, at cjhermann1@usi.edu [cjhermann1@usi.edu] or (812) 461-5363. Contacting the Associate Director of Human Resources is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu [HumanRes@usi.edu] or (812) 464-1815.
USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
A doctoral degree in a health-related field is required for this tenure-track position, although applicants with ABD status may be considered if the degree is completed by the end of the first year of employment. Candidates must also demonstrate experience or scholarship in health administration and a commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service.
Market context
Wyoming’s smaller higher-education market can make tenure-track health faculty openings relatively selective, especially for candidates with doctoral preparation and a record in health administration or community health. This role is competitive because it combines teaching, scholarship, and service expectations in a health-related field. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then tailor your CV and cover letter to show how your doctoral work or ABD progress aligns with the position.