Associate/Full Professor, University of Florida. The Department of Health Education & Behavior, College of Health & Human Performance, seeks applications and nominations for a tenure-track faculty position at the Full or Associate Professor rank. UF is a dynamic Carnegie Foundation Research University with very high research activity and educates approximately 55,000 students annually.
We seek an established scholar with a distinguished research program that addresses health behavior problems common among community populations and contributes knowledge relevant to prevention and modification of health-related behavioral risk factors. The Department has established research programs in behavioral aspects of substance misuse; obesity, physical activity, and nutrition; HIV/AIDS, other STIs, and reproductive health. We seek applications from exceptional scholars in these areas who can provide leadership in research and educational initiatives, apply health-relevant theoretical frameworks such as behavioral economics, have strong quantitative or mixed methods research skills, are experienced with multidisciplinary collaboration, and use digital technologies for health promotion research and implementation/dissemination of evidence-based health behavior change programs.
Candidates must have earned their doctorate in health behavior, health education, or a related public health, social, or behavioral science field and have an extensive record of scholarly productivity, extramural funding, and successful mentoring. The successful candidate will: (a) conduct an independent research program that complements department and college research initiatives, (b) participate in related collaborative research programs, (c) teach in the department's educational programs, and (d) mentor MS/PhD students. Review begins November 1st, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Submit applications for Position #38333 online at https://facultyjobs.hr.ufl.edu/ and include: (1) an application letter summarizing qualifications, ongoing research, and interest in the Department; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references. Send email inquiries or nominations to Dr. Amy Mobley, Search Committee Chair, at amy.mobley@ufl.edu.
This 9-month, fulltime (1.0 FTE), position begins August 16, 2019 or January 1, 2020. Consideration for initial tenure based on qualifications. UF has a competitive benefits package, and department faculty are eligible for summer salary. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity, inclusivity, and excellence of the academic community. UF is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. The selection process will be conducted in accordance with Florida's 'Government in the Sunshine' and Public Records Laws. Call (352)392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD) if a disability accommodation is needed to apply.
