Associate Professor

Job Description The incumbent serves as a senior-level faculty member in cancer epidemiology research. As a ranked professorial faculty position at USF, the incumbent will have teaching, scholarship, and service responsibilities. In addition, the incumbent will serve as a senior researcher in the Cancer Control, Prevention, and Epidemiology Program at the TGH Cancer Institute, collaborating with faculty in USF Health on translational and population-based cancer research. The incumbent will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Epidemiology, who will meet annually to discuss assignments for the upcoming year and to review performance from the previous year. The Director of the Cancer Control, Prevention and Epidemiology Program will provide day-to-day supervision of TGH-related activities and input into the incumbent’s annual assignment and evaluation. The incumbent is expected to provide 40% of annual salary plus benefits costs beginning the fourth year of employment. Documents to be uploaded with the application include a letter of application addressing the advertised minimum and preferred qualifications, a CV, and a list of three references. Review of applications will not begin until all required documents are uploaded. References will not be contacted without notifying applicants in advance. Responsibilities Instructional Duties: 30% FTE Teach courses in cancer epidemiology and/or epidemiologic methods at the master’s or doctoral levels. Advise graduate students; chair and serve on master’s and doctoral student committees. If interests and expertise allow, contribute to undergraduate teaching and research mentorship. Teach or co‑teach up to three courses per year, with extramural research support potentially replacing one or two courses. Contribute to student and junior faculty mentorship and academic leadership in line with departmental and institutional priorities. Research/Scholarship Duties: 60% FTE Establish and maintain an externally funded research program in cancer epidemiology, focusing on areas such as cancer etiology, prevention, early detection, treatment outcomes, survivorship, health equity, or public health genomics. Secure competitive funding to support research activities and meet salary support requirements by the start of the fourth year. Collaborate across departments and institutions on interdisciplinary initiatives. Publish scholarly work in peer‑reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences. Mentor graduate students and provide leadership in interdisciplinary cancer research initiatives. Represent the department in college‑ and university‑level strategic planning related to cancer prevention and public health. Service Duties: 10% FTE Engage in service activities at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels, including faculty governance, committees, and special initiatives. Participate in professional organizations and scientific review activities. Serve as a formal mentor to junior faculty within the department or college. Contribute to community and public health service efforts that align with the department’s mission. Administrative Duties 0% FTE. Restricted to individuals with formal College-wide administrative appointments by the Dean. Direct administrative effort related to specific courses, programs, concentrations, or research projects should be reflected in the appropriate Instruction or Research category. Essential Functions of Position The creation, dissemination, and translation of knowledge through collaborative research; teaching and advising graduate students; and active engagement in professional and community service. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Typically a record of creative work, professional writing, or research in peer-reviewed journals. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor. Additional Minimum Qualifications Two years of sustained accomplishment at the Assistant Professor level as an epidemiologist at an accredited university—or equivalent in a government, military, or research setting. Record of excellence in independent and/or collaborative research in cancer epidemiology (e.g., etiology, prevention, early detection, treatment outcomes, survivorship, health equity, or cancer-related public health genomics) supported by substantial publications. Record of sustained extramural funding in the aforementioned areas. Record of excellence in teaching, including a clearly defined teaching philosophy, participation on thesis/dissertation committees, and successful direction of master’s and doctoral candidates. Record of substantive contribution to service at the university or organization and to the field, profession, and community. Record of collegiality in the university or organization. Preferred Qualifications Current extramural funded research providing a minimum of 20% salary support. Record of mentoring junior faculty or equivalent. Record of successfully working in multidisciplinary cancer-related research teams or institutional programs that include a cancer center, medical center, or medical system engagement. Classroom and/or online teaching experience at the graduate level as an epidemiologist, particularly in cancer epidemiology or related public health topics. Record of applied innovative teaching approaches in academic and/or practice-based settings. Active participation in professional or scientific organizations related to epidemiology, cancer research, or public health. Research program that aligns with the strategic priorities of the Department of Epidemiology of the USF College of Public Health and the TGH Cancer Institute. About USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. The university is a top‑ranked research institution serving approximately 50,000 students across multiple campuses and offers a rich academic environment, generous benefits, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. 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