The Department of Health Sciences, in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) at Providence College (also referred to as “the College” or “PC”), seeks to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position to begin in the Fall 2026 (i.e., August) semester. We are seeking applicants with teaching, research, and/or clinical practice experience in the health and/or human biological sciences. The successful candidate will have primary teaching responsibilities in Epidemiology and/or Microbiology for the Health Professions, serving undergraduate students in the health sciences, nursing, and related majors preparing for health-related careers. Additional teaching will include participation in the department’s senior seminar, with opportunities to teach and develop elective courses in areas such as gerontology, medical genetics, and/or nutrition, depending on the candidate’s interests and expertise. Faculty are expected to maintain an active scholarly agenda and contribute professional service in accordance with the College’s expectations for pre-tenured faculty. Applicants with an earned doctorate in health sciences, public health, gerontology, or a closely related field are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is an exciting and historic opportunity to join PC’s newly established School of Nursing and Health Sciences and shape an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum for the next generation of students entering nursing and other health professions. The 153,000 sq. ft state-of-the-art Ben Mondor Center for Nursing and Health Sciences houses the School of Nursing and Health Sciences’ existing and future undergraduate and graduate programs. This one-of-a-kind facility opened in January 2025 and features the latest classroom design and technologies and showcases expansive clinical simulation and research facilities, including a human performance laboratory and environmental chamber. The department features a purpose-built classroom for teaching microbiology for the health professions and courses on biology in health and disease. A student career education and advising center, along with conference and meeting space, is included as part of the inspiring resources intended for the next generation of healthcare providers, faculty, and staff.

As the student body at Providence College grows increasingly diverse, we have a strong preference for candidates who demonstrate a deep commitment to and proven ability in supporting the success of students from historically marginalized economic, social, and cultural groups. Applicants should apply online at the College’s career site at: https://careers.providence.edu and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement/philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. For additional information, please contact Dr. Todd Olszewski, Health Sciences Department Chair, at tolszews@providence.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. A doctoral degree is required for this faculty appointment.

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community— an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here (Download PDF reader).

About Providence College

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work. The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City. For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

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