The Department of Behavioral and Community Health, School of Public Health, University of Maryland, College Park seeks a full-time, tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary department with behavioral science, health promotion intervention, and community-engaged research programs.
This candidate will help the Department further enhance its national leadership at the forefront of research and education on community and population health. They particularly welcome applicants with experience and expertise in one or more of the following broad cancer-relevant areas: behavioral science research (prevention, screening, care); the impact of discrimination and racism on cancer health inequities (institutional, community, and societal levels); tobacco control (use and prevention) and tobacco regulatory science (policy); community-engaged research; implementation science; or translation of research evidence to promote health equity and social justice. They will also consider applications in other areas of cancer-relevant research.
Candidates should be able to: (1) develop and sustain an externally funded research program, (2) teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and (3) play a central role in developing the Department’s research, teaching, practice, and service initiatives with community partners. The ideal candidate will have a record that is consistent with the Department’s commitment to antiracism, equity, and inclusion.
Applicants must apply electronically to https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/87484, faculty section, position #105989. For best consideration, candidates should submit materials by November 15, 2021.
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Position flyer: BCH Assistant or Associate Professor (PDF)
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