Tenure-Track: Health Intervention Scientist, Community-Based Physical Activity

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia seeks a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor in Health Intervention & Implementation Science within PHS/CORC to lead a multidisciplinary research program focused on physical activity and community engagement. The role includes teaching, service, and collaboration with national/international organizations to advance obesity- and cancer-prevention efforts.

The candidate should have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in exercise science, public health or a related field.
• Experience designing and implementing community-based clinical trials focused on physical activity.
• A record of peer-reviewed publications and extramural funding from NIH or similar agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a multidisciplinary research program in health intervention and implementation science.
• Teach graduate-level methods courses and contribute to graduate education curriculum.
• Engage in service activities and participate in national and international organizations.

Skills

Community-based research

Clinical trial design

Scientific writing

Education

Ph.D. in exercise science or public health

Job description

University of Virginia seeks a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor in Health Intervention & Implementation Science within PHS/CORC to lead a multidisciplinary research program focused on physical activity and community engagement. The role includes teaching, service, and collaboration with national/international organizations to advance obesity- and cancer-prevention efforts.

The candidate should have a Ph.D.