Assistant Professor; Tenure-Track

• 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US

The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service.

Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report—rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025.

As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community wellbeing.

The College of Nursing at the University of South Florida invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position. We seek candidates with expertise in health services research, health policy, population health, implementation science, and program evaluation. Areas of interest include healthcare delivery transformation, health equity, social determinants of health, community-based interventions, and the development and evaluation of evidence-based programs and policies that improve health outcomes across diverse populations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research program in their area of expertise.
• Disseminate research findings through publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Teach and mentor students across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers, community partners, and healthcare organizations.
• Contribute to the mission of the College through service at the college, university, professional, and community levels.

This is an onsite position requiring in-person presence during standard business hours. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available.

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. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Additional

Minimum Qualifications:

• Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential to develop an externally funded program of research.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: health services research, health policy, population health, implementation science, program evaluation, healthcare delivery, or health equity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established record of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and a history of grant funding.
• Established program of research in health services research, health policy, population health, implementation science, program evaluation, health equity, or healthcare delivery transformation.
• Experience conducting large-scale, multidisciplinary, and/or community-engaged research.
• Experience teaching and mentoring students at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or doctoral levels.
• Research interests aligned with the College of Nursing’s mission and strategic research priorities.

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No.

1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first‑class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement…