The Arnold School of Public Health (ASPH) and the College of Nursing (CON) at the University of South Carolina (USC) invite applications for three tenure-track faculty positions as part of the inaugural NIH-funded USC FIRST FIIRRE program - a multi-year NIH FIRST (Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation) initiative intended to enhance inclusive excellence at institutions across the United States. In the context of USC's strategic plan, the FIRST FIIRRE (Faculty Initiative for Improved Recruitment, Retention, and Experience) team has developed a tailored strategy to achieve sustainable institutional culture change by implementing programs and practices that support inclusive excellence.

Successful candidates will have a primary tenure track appointment in either ASPH or CON with the possibility of joint secondary appointments. These appointments feature 75% protected research time for the first four years of your appointment. Candidates will also be expected to contribute to USC's teaching and service mission. The FIRST FIIRRE program will offer candidates competitive salaries, start-up packages, comprehensive onboarding support, extensive faculty development, and tailored diverse mentorship. Learn more about FIRST FIIRRE at: https://scfirstfiirre.org/

Qualifications: USC seeks diverse candidates from all areas of public health and nursing who (1) have a research focus on health disparities or inequities, (2) have a strong record of promoting inclusive excellence, and (3) have not previously held a tenure-track position. Candidates should have a doctoral degree that prepares them for a career as an independent researcher in the broadly defined fields of public health or nursing and demonstrate a commitment to conducting rigorous research with NIH funding potential and the production of scholarly publications. The FIRST program is especially interested in candidates from groups who are underrepresented in the biomedical, clinical, behavioral, and social sciences.

How to apply. Applications require: 1) letter of application; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) research statement; 4) teaching statement; 5) statement regarding the candidate's knowledge about, track record in promoting, and plans for advancing inclusive excellence; and 6) contact information for three references. Submit your application at the following links:

    ASPH (1 position): https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/134695

CON (2 positions): https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/135195

For additional information please contact:

Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics

915 Greene Street Columbia, SC 29208, Telephone: (803) 777-7666,

OR

Department of Biobehavioral Health & Nursing Science,

1601 Greene Street, Columbia, SC 29208, Telephone: (803) 777-5217.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled by August 2025. The anticipated start date is January 16, 2025, or August 16, 2025.

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational, or employment opportunities based on race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

The University of South Carolina offers support for our faculty and staff, including an Employee Assistance Program, free health and wellness programs, and many parenting and caregiver resources such as a childcare center on the Columbia campus.  Learn more about our robust benefits package described at:  https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/human_resources/benefits/index.php.