Gainesville, Florida, United States (On-Site) · Posted 1 day ago
Job Function Academic / Research
Job Type Full-Time
Min Education Ph.D.

About this role

The Department of Health Education and Behavior (HEB) at the University of Florida (UF)

invites applications for an open rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) tenured or tenure track faculty position. This is a 9-month, full-time (1.0 FTE), tenure-accruing, on-campus appointment scheduled to begin August 16, 2027.  https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/541727/assistant-associate-or-full-professor-health-education-and-behavior-university-of-florida 

HEB faculty have established research programs that include behavioral aspects of substance misuse; obesity, physical activity, and nutrition; and sexual health, including HIV/AIDS, other STIs, violence prevention, and reproductive health. Preferred candidates will have research programs in these existing areas or in areas that closely complement them; an established research record in the modification of health related behavioral risk factors; strong quantitative or mixed methods research skills; experience with multidisciplinary collaboration; a focus on culturally appropriate methods; use of digital technologies for health promotion; and implementation/dissemination of evidence-based health behavior change programs.

The position is supported by a competitive salary and a start-up package commensurate with rank and experience. Rank and tenure status will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the identified finalist. UF has a competitive benefits package, and department faculty have opportunities for summer salary. 

Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Please send email inquiries to Dr. Amy Lynn Rossi, Search Committee Chair, at amy.mobley@ufl.edu.

Key Requirements

  • Candidates must have earned their doctorate in health education, health behavior, public health, social and behavioral sciences, or related field prior to faculty appointment. Applicants must show evidence of a strong scientific background and the ability to secure external funding to support their research program. A track record of extramural funding is expected for consideration of Associate or Full Professor rank.
Job ID: 86856069

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