Independent Research Professor, Public Health

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral and Community Health (BCH) at the University of Maryland School of Public Health invites applications for a professional track Research Professor at the Assistant or Associate level to join our growing research community. We seek an innovative scholar to develop an independent research program aligned with our strengths in public health prevention and health communication.

The position includes an initial 18‑month appointment with guaranteed salary support to

Qualifications

• PhD in Public Health or a related discipline by December 31, 2026.
• Strong record of research productivity and potential for securing external funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent research agenda aligned with BCH strengths.
• Collaborate with BCH faculty, pursue external funding, and publish findings.
• Build a sustained program of scholarship and contribute to teaching and mentoring.

Skills

Research planning

External funding

Education

PhD in Public Health or related discipline

Job description

The Department of Behavioral and Community Health (BCH) at the University of Maryland School of Public Health invites applications for a professional track Research Professor at the Assistant or Associate level to join our growing research community. We seek an innovative scholar to develop an independent research program aligned with our strengths in public health prevention and health communication.

The position includes an initial 18‑month appointment with guaranteed salary support to