Partners In Health

Teaching Assistant for Evidence-Based Global Health Delivery (EBGHD)

SEWANEE, TNPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Partners In Health and its initiative, the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE).

  • Job overview

    The Teaching Assistant for Evidence-Based Global Health Delivery supports the MGHD course by assisting with grading, maintaining course materials, and helping students apply evidence-based practices to global health challenges.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The TA will grade assignments, maintain the Canvas site, assist in creating learning resources, respond to queries, and collaborate with instructors to facilitate weekly learning activities while upholding academic integrity.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a Master's in Global Health Delivery, Epidemiology, or related fields, with graduate training in study design or implementation research, teaching experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to social justice.

  • Work environment and culture

    The role is embedded in a socially just, inclusive academic environment focused on equity and rigorous evidence use, promoting respect and collaboration across diverse cultures.

  • Company information

    Partners In Health is a renowned non-profit focused on equitable healthcare delivery globally, with UGHE as its academic initiative launched in Rwanda to train future global health leaders.

  • Job location and travel

    This is a remote, part-time position lasting from August 2025 to January 2026, requiring about ten hours per week with flexibility across time zones.

  • Application process

    Applicants must submit a CV, undergraduate degree certificate, and a cover letter detailing their interest and relevant experience.

  • Unique job features

    The position offers a unique opportunity to engage in global health education through a new university initiative deeply rooted in equity and social justice values.

Company overview

Partners In Health (PIH) is a global health organization dedicated to providing high-quality medical care to impoverished communities. Founded in 1987 by Dr. Paul Farmer, Ophelia Dahl, and others, PIH operates in countries like Haiti, Rwanda, and Peru, focusing on long-term, sustainable healthcare solutions. They make money through donations, grants, and partnerships with governments and other organizations. PIH is renowned for its community-based approach, integrating medical care with social support to address the root causes of illness.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your graduate-level training in global health delivery, epidemiology, biostatistics, or related fields, emphasizing your expertise in evidence-based practice and critical appraisal skills.

  • Showcase any prior experience as a teaching assistant or instructor, particularly in courses that use active learning strategies and involve grading or creating instructional materials.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including Partners In Health’s corporate careers page, the University of Global Health Equity website, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current or former teaching assistants, course instructors, or staff in the MGHD program at Partners In Health on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent UGHE projects or asking about the teaching assistant role and course structure.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'evidence-based practice,' 'critical appraisal,' 'teaching assistant,' 'global health delivery,' and 'academic writing' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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