Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)

University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Biomedical Research, College Level Faculty, Environmental Health, Environmental Research, Epidemiology, Funding, Health Education, Health Insurance, Leadership, Life Insurance, Mentoring, Military, Physical Chemistry, Public Health, Publications, Scholarship, Teach Graduate Students, Test Design, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Tuition Fees
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
2 days ago

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number FAC00078PO26 Advertised Title Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) Campus Columbia College/Division Arnold School of Public Health Department ASPH Epidemiology and Biostatistics Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category Faculty

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the Arnold School of Public Health (ASPH) at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites applications for a full-time, open-rank faculty position in environmental epidemiology. Research expertise in all areas of environmental epidemiology will be considered. This recruitment is part of a campus-wide strategic effort to expand the University's leadership in advancing research and educational excellence in environmental health. The cluster will broaden expertise across disciplines to foster innovation and address the complexity of environmental health challenges through multidisciplinary scholarship. This initiative focuses on determining the impact of chemical, physical, behavioral, biological, and social environmental stressors across the lifespan, and emphasizes designing, testing, and scaling programmatic and policy interventions that address these stressors.

Required Education and Experience

All applicants must hold a doctoral degree in epidemiology or a related field by theirstart date.

  • At the assistant professor level (tenure-track), candidates should demonstrate excellence in environmental health research and the potential to secure external funding, teach graduate courses, and collaborate with public health and biomedical researchers.
  • At the associate- or full-professor level (tenure-eligible), candidates must also demonstrate an established record of top-tier publications and competitive grants, a proven track record of supervising graduate students, and leadershipin curriculum development, junior faculty mentoring, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The successful candidate will maintain an active research program in environmental epidemiology, engage with cross-disciplinary research teams on topics related to environmental health, mentor graduate students, and teach graduate-level environmental health/epidemiology courses.

Preferred Qualifications

All applicants must hold a doctoral degree in epidemiology or a related field by theirstart date.

  • At the assistant professor level (tenure-track), candidates should demonstrate excellence in environmental health research and the potential to secure external funding, teach graduate courses, and collaborate with public health and biomedical researchers.
  • At the associate- or full-professor level (tenure-eligible), candidates must also demonstrate an established record of top-tier publications and competitive grants, a proven track record of supervising graduate students, and leadershipin curriculum development, junior faculty mentoring, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The successful candidate will maintain an active research program in environmental epidemiology, engage with cross-disciplinary research teams on topics related to environmental health, mentor graduate students, and teach graduate-level environmental health/epidemiology courses.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2027 Job Open Date 08/01/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Applications must include: 1) application letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement, 4) teaching statement, and 5) contact information for three references.

The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. Application review will begin by September 16th, but the search will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, please contact Janine Rominger at janiner@mailbox.sc.edu or (803)-777-7666.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • List of References and Contact Information
  • Teaching Statement
  • Research Statement

Optional Documents

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