Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor – Health Education and Behavior, University of Florida

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Candidates must have earned their doctorate in health education, health behavior, public health, social and behavioral sciences, or related field prior to faculty appointment.

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Classification Title:	Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Classification Minimum 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 Description:	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. The Department of HEB (https://hhp.ufl.edu/academics/health-education-behavior-heb/) is home to 18 full-time faculty members and currently enrolls over 400 undergraduate majors and 115 graduate students. Established research programs 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. Applications are encouraged from candidates with 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. We seek applications from individuals who will: (a) conduct an independent research program that complements department and college research initiatives, (b) participate in collaborative research programs, (c) contribute significantly to the teaching mission of the department, including undergraduate and graduate education, and (d) mentor MS and PhD students. HEB faculty members are active research collaborators and contribute to research training in several university-wide centers, including the Center for Behavioral Economic Health Research (housed within HEB), Center for Addiction Research and Education, and Southern HIV and Alcohol Research Consortium. 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. 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. The University of Florida is one of the top ranked Public Universities in the United States and is Florida’s oldest and largest land grant university. UF is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, an organization comprising the top public and private institutions in North America. With an enrollment of over 61,000 students annually, UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 200 research, service and education centers, bureaus, and institutes. There is a vibrant culture of research, with over $1 billion in research expenditures last fiscal year. The UF campus is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 145,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 85 miles from the Georgia border, 50 miles from the gulf, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. It has abundant wildlife, mature forests, prairies, lakes, and opportunities for many outdoor activities. UF is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
Expected Salary:	Competitive salary and a start-up package commensurate with rank and experience.
Required Qualifications:	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.
Preferred:	Preferred candidates will have research programs in behavioral aspects of substance misuse; obesity, physical activity, and nutrition; or sexual health, including HIV/AIDS, other STIs, violence prevention, and reproductive health or in areas that closely complement them. Applications are encouraged from candidates with 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.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Review of applications will begin November 16, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit applications for this position (Requisition #541727) online at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/listing/ and include: (a) an application letter summarizing qualifications; (b) a research statement and evidence of research proficiency; (c) a teaching statement and evidence of teaching proficiency; (d) a curriculum vitae; and (e) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references. References will be contacted if applicant is a finalist in the process. Send email inquiries to Dr. Amy Lynn Rossi, Search Committee Chair, at amy.mobley@ufl.edu.
Health Assessment Required:	No