Assistant​/Associate​/Full Professor

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

The University of Florida College of Nursing is seeking Ph.D.

-prepared faculty members with research expertise for full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty positions as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We are particularly interested in individuals who can contribute to research and teaching in the following areas: palliative care; pain and symptom science; bioinformatics, big data & data science; maternal & infant health; and aging.

At UF, the resources of a comprehensive university are linked to exceptional clinical facilities with the goal of applying interdisciplinary research efforts to improve health. This position is located in Gainesville, FL. This is not a remote or online faculty position.

• Research
• Assistant Professor:
  Advance a defined program of research leading to extramural funding.
• Associate/Full Professor:
  Maintain a focused, extramurally funded program of research. Collaborate with and lead interdisciplinary research teams.
• Teaching
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
• Teach courses in areas of expertise.
• Service
• Provide professional service to college, university and profession commensurate with rank.

The University of Florida maintains a strong ranking among the nation's top 10 public universities, currently ranked 7th in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list. UF remains the most highly ranked school in Florida and the only university in the state in the top 10. The university's research awards have also reached new heights. Major research resources at UF include six major health-related research centers and institutes designed to create synergistic and collaborative research opportunities.

UF is home to Hi Per Gator , the fastest supercomputer in higher education, supporting extensive AI research.

The UF College of Nursing, under the leadership of Dean Shakira Henderson, has launched a bold new strategic plan, Elevate 2029. The strategic plan exemplifies our motto to Care, Lead, and Inspire Boldly. The UF College of Nursing is dedicated to high-quality programs of education, research, patient care, and public service. As part of UF Health, the University of Florida academic health center, the College of Nursing leads research with colleagues from five other health-related colleges and many other colleges across campus.

The University of Florida's main campus is located in north central Florida, a region known for its abundant natural beauty. Gainesville is within a two-hour drive of Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. The university and greater Gainesville communities enjoy a variety of cultural events, sports, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

Come join our team of faculty members who set a standard for excellence in innovative education, dynamic research and quality patient care.

Expected Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Nursing or PhD in related discipline from an accredited institution by date of hire.
• Eligible for Florida nursing licensure.
• A program of research and scholarly activity focused on palliative care; pain and symptom science; bioinformatics, big data & data science; maternal & infant health; and aging. Other research areas may also be considered.
• A sustained record of research and extramural funding commensurate with rank.
• A sustained publication record commensurate with rank.
• Eligible for appointment at assistant, associate or full professor rank upon hire, based on research, teaching, and service commensurate with rank.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate/Full Professors:
  Eligible for tenure based on demonstrated distinguished record of teaching, research, and service.
• Experience mentoring doctoral students and early career faculty.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate education.
• Evidence of leadership in the profession of nursing.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Interested candidates must submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation. Optional additions for an application package may include: a research statement and a teaching statement.

Final candidate will be required to provide three (3) letters of recommendation and an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

No