Alaska Pacific University (APU) invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Health with an understanding of a One Health Philosophy.
THE UNIVERSITY: APU is a small, private liberal arts university, known for experiential and project-based learning. The university campus is in Anchorage, Alaska, a thriving all-American city and home to more than 300,000 residents. APU offers a unique set of bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees, with emphasis on Alaska-critical and globally-relevant issues. APU embraces a competency-based curriculum, which fosters high-level intellectual and practical skills, wide-ranging knowledge of science, cultures, and society, and an active commitment to personal and social responsibility. Courses are offered in-person, online and in hybrid formats. APU is a Tribally-Governed Alaska Native University serving both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students by honoring Alaska’s Indigenous heritage, exemplifying excellence, and preparing pathways for educational attainment and student success.
THE PROGRAM AREA: APU offers several degrees that would benefit from a scholar with experience or research interests focused on a One Health perspective. Health Sciences degrees include a pre-nursing track, a pre-med track, a behavioral health track, and a healthcare management track. The university also offers undergraduate degrees in Environmental Public Health and Psychology. APU faculty are dedicated to providing personalized, experiential, hands-on instruction to ignite personal passion, self-discovery, and deep learning.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The contract carries a 9-month teaching load of 24 credit hours per year (typically, 3 courses per semester). Teaching assignments would fall mainly in the area of cultural understanding of health science and healthcare delivery. Responsibilities may include mentorship for students, support for dissertation work, and supervision of practicums and internships. All faculty are encouraged to develop scholarship or creative work in their chosen field, and faculty are expected to participate in outcomes assessment, curriculum development, student activities, as well as other service to the university and broader community.
RANK AND SALARY: Assistant or Associate Professor. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience and is proscribed by a university-wide salary range.
DATE OF APPOINTMENT: Fall 2026.
QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctoral degree in a field related to One Health at time of appointment. Research background related to Indigenous or Alaska Native health or healthcare systems is preferred. Candidates who can demonstrate expertise in both teaching and research skills, especially with rural or Alaska Native communities are preferred. Experience working with Indigenous communities is also preferred.
APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINE: Please complete the Application for Employment – up through the “How did you hear about us?” section as well as the Background Check forms. The rest of the form may be skipped, as education and experience will be included in your Curriculum Vitae (CV). In addition to a CV, interested candidates should send (1) unofficial copies of all academic transcripts, (2) names of three references, and (3) a letter of interest.
Please direct questions about the position to: Renee Georg, Interim Academic Dean, Alaska Pacific University, rgeorg@alaskapacific.edu, 4101 University Dr., Anchorage, AK 99508. Completed applications will be reviewed as received.
Alaska Pacific University is an EEO/ADA Employer.