Job Description:

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Posting Number:

FAC00028PO24

Advertised Title:

Assistant or Associate Professor

Campus:

Columbia

College/Division:

College of Nursing

Department:

CON Biobehavioral Health & Nursing Science

Advertised Salary Range:

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Position Category:

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis :

12 months

Work County:

Richland

Tenure Information:

Tenure-Track/Tenured

Job Search Category:

Faculty

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary:

The University of South Carolina College of Nursing is expanding and seeking three new tenure track faculty members that aligns with our research expertise. See link for our research expertise
https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/nursing/research/research_strengths/index.php. These positions are on-site appointments. The College of Nursing has three research centers: Cancer Survivorship Research Center, ACORN Center: Advancing Chronic care Outcomes through Research & Innovation, and, Perinatal, Pediatric and Family Research Center. We have a newly established Biobehavioral Health & Nursing Science Department and have active plans for new "Biobehavioral Research Suites" which will encompass a wet lab, clinical research space, Community Collaboratory, and innovation rooms with expected completion in 2025. The College has a solid research support infrastructure supported by the Associate Dean for Research, Assistant Dean for Research, Statistician, and pre- and post-award staff. The CON is now ranked in the top 20's (#28) in NIH funding, and has the opportunity to fund these new positions with the goal of increasing NIH and other federal funding.

Required Education and Experience:

Candidates at the Assistant Professor level are expected to have a pre-doctoral and/or post doctoral experience and/or funding, and a focused program of research with a history of publications and grant submissions. Candidates at the Associate Professor level are expected to have a record of externally funded research grants, scientific collaboration with junior and senior research faculty, and PhD-level student teaching and mentorship. The selected candidates will join the College of Nursing's research team of junior and senior-level researchers with established research programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Desired Start Date:

08/16/2024

Job Open Date:

02/14/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/163662

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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