Research Assistant Professor, Behavioral Science

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor in Behavioral Science and Social Work Research. The role focuses on funded research, teaching, and clinical services at UH Family Care Center and other clinical sites.

The incumbent will lead externally funded projects, mentor student researchers, and contribute to UHCOM priority areas such as social determinants of health and underserved populations. This is a full-time, non-tenure track position based in Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in clinical social work or related discipline.
• Licensed or license eligible to practice in Texas.
• Knowledge of NIH and other federal funding sources and skilled at writing fundable grant applications.
• Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning, including active and applied learning modalities.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in externally funded research within the faculty member’s area of expertise, with emphasis on UHCOM priority areas.
• Secure external funding to support the faculty member’s research program and salary, with focus on UHCOM priority areas.
• Mentor and support medical student research projects that align with the faculty member’s areas of expertise.
• Provide clinical services consistent with the faculty member’s discipline and expertise within the UH Family Care Center and/or other UH-affiliated clinical settings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical social work or related discipline

Job description

University of Houston invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor in Behavioral Science and Social Work Research. The role focuses on funded research, teaching, and clinical services at UH Family Care Center and other clinical sites.

The incumbent will lead externally funded projects, mentor student researchers, and contribute to UHCOM priority areas such as social determinants of health and underserved populations. This is a full-time, non-tenure track position based in Houston, TX.