The Florida State University College of Medicine, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine (BSSM) seeks candidates for a Full Time, Tenure-Track Faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor Rank

The applicant should have either a PhD in the social or behavioral sciences or public health, MD, or comparable degree. The Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine is committed to hiring a diverse faculty, and thus scientists from all backgrounds, especially backgrounds underrepresented in science and medicine, are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to continue an independent line of research as indicated by a strong record of publications and current extramural funding commensurate with their rank. We are seeking to expand our research programs focused on behavioral interventions, with a particular emphasis on mental health and/or substance use research. Although specific topic of research is open, we are seeking to complement existing programs related to health equity, maternal-child and lifespan health, and healthy aging. Our department seeks candidates whose work aligns with the college of medicine mission, which emphasizes patient-centered care for the underserved and community-engaged research. Candidates will also be expected to engage in medical education. Candidates who study minority and/or medically underserved populations are especially encouraged to apply. As a community-based medical school, the FSU College of Medicine is particularly well-suited for conducting research in primary care and community settings. For more information about the department, please see our website: http://www.med.fsu.edu.

FSU values diversity and is An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to: Georgia Arnold, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine, at [email protected]. Electronic materials are preferred, but paper materials may be sent to the College of Medicine, Florida State University College of Medicine, 1115 W. Call St., Tallahassee, FL, 32306-4300. If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, you will need to also apply with Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until filled.

FSU’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

Effective January 1, 2014, tobacco use, including simulated tobacco use, is prohibited on property, interior and exterior, owned or managed by Florida State University. This policy applies to all Florida State University students, employees, consultants, contractors, visitors, and external individuals.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11.