Department Number/Name: 0-5830-007 / Child and Family Studies, Rightpath Research and Innovation Center College Division: Academic Affairs-College of Behavioral and Community Sciences Salary Plan: Faculty (9 month) Job Code/Title: 9002 / Assistant/Associate Professor Position Description The Department of Child and Family Studies in the University of South Florida, College of Behavioral and Community Sciences is seeking an Assistant-Associate Professor to join its Rightpath Research and Innovation Center. Rightpath faculty employ cutting edge research methods to develop, evaluate, and disseminate tools, strategies, and programs that elevate developmental and academic outcomes of vulnerable children. With a focus on prevention, Rightpath faculty work to improve achievement in young children who are at risk of poor outcomes due to limited English language proficiency, being members of low socioeconomic status families or communities, unequal access to quality educational programming, or with communication, learning, behavioral, or intellectual delays or disabilities. This is a tenure-earning/tenured9-month appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Consideration to hire with tenure upon employment will be given to those who meet the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences tenure and promotion guidelines. The position will include both research and teaching. The role will include responsibilities for research and securing external grant funding, mentoring and advising graduate students, teaching, and university, community, and professional service. The successful applicants must meet University of South Florida criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, including holding a doctoral degree from an accredited institution, experience in research and grant writing, and experience in university teaching. This position will be part of the USF Tampa Campus. The College of Behavioral and Community Sciences Points of Pride: * We are proud to be home to a diverse student body comprised of 24.8% Hispanic, 11.9% Black, and 51% white individuals from 30 countries. In addition, the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences is a leader in the university for the percentage of Pell Grant recipients who graduate in four years. * Our faculty have exceptional research agendas and bring in research and grant contracts totaling over $30 million each year. This research is often characterized by interdisciplinary approaches and active engagement with community partners. * The college is deeply involved in the community with students completing more than 300,000 service hours valued at an estimated $7.7 million per year. Our hundreds of community partners include law enforcement agencies, mental health and behavioral healthcare organizations, social service agencies, healthcare organizations, federal and state agencies, and public-school systems. * We have a strong commitment to mental health and wellness. The free, online Mental Health and Wellness in the Workplace course developed by college faculty and staff has attracted nearly 5,000 people. * Eight CBCS faculty members were named American Association for the Advancement of Science fellows for their outstanding contributions to research since 2018. * Three CBCS graduate programs are among the nation's top 50, and two additional programs are in the top 100, according to rankings by U.S. News & World Report. * USF is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, which is comprised of 71 leading public and private research universities in the United States and Canada. As an AAU member institution, USF continues to grow its research profile, as members earn the majority of competitively awarded federal funding for research. Minimum Qualifications: * Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in a social or behavioral sciences related field by the time of appointment * Meet the university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor * A minimum of two published or in press articles in peer-reviewed journals Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working on large-scale federal research grants * Experience with grant writing * PI or Co-PI on a funded grant or contract * Evidence of a research focus on children (early childhood; K-8) experiencing societal factors that put them at risk for poor developmental or learning outcomes * Evidence of an early career record of scholarly activity * Teaching experience with graduate students * Teaching experience with undergraduate students * Experience with diverse populations (research, teaching, service) * Interdisciplinary research experience Criteria for the evaluation of candidates To ensure the fair and equitable evaluation of all candidates, the following criteria will be used in reviewing the applicants' qualifications. Ranges for rating the criteria are weighted in terms of importance to the position. Applicants are required to submit the following in support of their application: * Cover Letter * CV * Statement of Teaching Philosophy (2-page limit) * Explanation of research agenda (4-page limit) * Sample peer-reviewed publications * Three Letters of Recommendation USF Tampa Information for Applicants This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening: During the 2021 Florida legislative session, House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017") was passed and later signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new law modifies a variety of Florida Statutes to address concerns regarding improper foreign influence. With regard to employment at major research institutions like the University of South Florida, the new law requires thorough review of certain applicants for positions involving research. Job Opening Number: 37943 Posting Date: 09/24/2024 Posting End Date: 10/31/2024 How To Apply Click on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume. Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position. Click here for additional tutorial information. To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email HR-ADA-Request@usf.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. 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