Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenured or Tenure Track

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Assistant or Associate Professor in the field of Maternal and Child Health. This role offers the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research, teach future leaders, and collaborate with various health organizations. The successful candidate will contribute to a vibrant academic community, develop impactful research, and help shape the future of public health. With a focus on innovative teaching and research, this position promises a rewarding career in a supportive environment that values professional growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Umfangreiches Leistungspaket

Professionelle Schulungsmöglichkeiten

Rabatte auf lokale Dienstleistungen

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Gesundheits- und Lebensversicherungspläne

Rentenpläne

Qualifications

• Doktorat in relevantem Bereich erforderlich.
• Starke potenzielle Unabhängigkeit in Forschung und Lehre.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung und Pflege eines unabhängig finanzierten Forschungsprogramms.
• Lehre und Mentoring von Master- und Doktoranden.

Skills

Epidemiologie

Gesundheitspolitik

Gesundheitsverhalten

Implementierungswissenschaft

Technologie-basierte Ansätze

Education

Doktorat (PhD, DrPH, ScD oder gleichwertig)

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department	Maternal and Child Health - 464501
Posting Open Date	02/19/2025
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Type	Permanent Faculty
Working Title	Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenured or Tenure Track
Appointment Type	Tenured/Tenure Track
Vacancy ID	FAC0005478
Full-time/Part-time	Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week	40
FTE	1
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	Dependent Upon Experience
Proposed Start Date	05/01/2025

Position Information

The Department of Maternal & Child Health at UNC Gillings is the only freestanding MCH department in the country and is globally recognized for leadership, innovation, and commitment to improving population health. Further information about the department can be found at www.sph.unc.edu/mch. Departmental faculty lead research programs, engage with multiple interdisciplinary research centers and programs, and work with a variety of maternal and child health populations. Opportunities exist to collaborate on new and ongoing studies with faculty in MCH Centers, across the Gillings School of Global Public Health, and at UNC more broadly. Relevant UNC organizations include the School of Medicine, School of Social Work, and institutes include the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG), The Carolina Population Center (CPC), and the Sheps Center for Health Services Research. Faculty also engage in collaborations across the state, nation, and globally.

The Department of Maternal & Child Health (MCH) in the Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks to hire one Assistant Professor and Associate Professor tenure-track faculty member. MCH is an interdisciplinary field and spans traditional public health disciplines such as epidemiology, health policy, health behavior, along with practice-oriented approaches and content areas related to the health of women, children, adolescents, and related to sexual and reproductive health. Outstanding candidates will have expertise applying interdisciplinary methods to the study of health among many different populations. We are particularly interested in candidates whose work aligns with a broad view of MCH, complements implementation science and community-engaged research, and who bring expertise in applying technology-based approaches to improve health outcomes. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an independently funded research program, teach and mentor graduate students at the master's and doctoral levels, provide academic advising, and foster partnerships within the department, across the Gillings School, and with community and global partners. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field, have a strong record of (or clear potential for) high-impact scholarship.

A doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, DrPH, ScD, or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., public health, maternal and child health, epidemiology, health behavior, health policy, implementation science).

Candidates for the rank of Assistant Professor must demonstrate strong potential to become independent investigator, teacher, and mentor. Candidates for the rank of Associate Professor must have a strong record of scholarship, including substantial experience as a principal investigator and key collaborator on research, a funded research program, and a strong record of teaching and mentoring graduate students.

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
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Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
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Department Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [e-mail].

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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Department Contact Name and Title	Angela Parcesepe
Department Contact Telephone or Email	[e-mail]
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