Assistant Professor, Families and Health

University of Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas is seeking an Assistant Professor in Families and Health for a 9-month tenure-track position. The role involves research, teaching, and service within the School of Human Environmental Sciences, requiring a doctorate and teaching experience. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition waivers

Holidays

Retirement options

Qualifications

• Ability to develop a scholarly research record in Families and Health.
• Experience teaching at an accredited higher education institution.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in HDFS.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research, teaching, and service in the field of Families and Health.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Human Development and Family Sciences or a related field

Job description

Assistant Professor, Families and Health

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Job Description

The University of Arkansas is seeking applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the School of Human Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to research, teaching, and service in the field of Families and Health.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Human Development and Family Sciences or a related field by the start of employment
• Ability to develop a scholarly research record in Families and Health
• Experience teaching at an accredited higher education institution
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in HDFS
• Strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Research expertise in areas such as lifespan development, social determinants of health, parenting, aging, caregiving, or mental health
• Teaching experience at higher education institutions
• Experience managing extramurally funded research
• Experience with online and face-to-face teaching formats
• Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

Application Process

Required documents include a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, References, Research and Teaching Statements. Submit all materials via the University of Arkansas System Career Site.

Additional Information

Salary is commensurate with experience. The position closes on 05/30/2025. The university offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement options.