Open Rank Non Tenure Track (Assoc Director for Research, Florida Center for Nursing

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 well-being.

• 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, Associate, or Full Professor.

• Knowledge of research methods, statistics, and health workforce issues.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement research including the analysis and interpretations of primary and secondary data.
• Survey research, health services research, and evaluation research experience.
• Experience in translating research into visual and written briefs.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Proficient in technology and data systems relevant to workforce analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with administrators, partners, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize assigned activities, including staff when appropriate.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Experience in grant writing and program funding.
• Experience in advancing workforce initiatives.
• Experience working with state agencies, boards, or legislative stakeholders.

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.

• medical, dental and life insurance plans
• retirement plan options
• employee and dependent tuition programs
• generous leave
• hundreds of employee perks and discounts

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.

1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future.

The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more .edu .

• This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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• The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment…