Assistant Professor, Social Behavioral Public Health Scientist

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The University of Nevada, Reno, School of Public Health (SPH) is recruiting for a Social Behavioral Public Health Scientist at the Assistant Professor level. The ideal candidate will have expertise in substance use research for a state-funded, tenure-track faculty position. The successful applicant will join a growing, transdisciplinary faculty of substance use researchers within the newly-established Center for Drug Use and Policy Research in the SPH. Primary responsibilities will include: conduct social behavioral research on cannabis, tobacco regulatory policy, opioid overdose prevention, and stimulant use.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate (PhD, DrPH, ScD) in social/behavioral science or a closely related field, preferably from an accredited School of Public Health.

• The successful applicant is expected to teach at all levels (undergraduate, masters and doctoral courses); develop and maintain an independent program of scholarship; contribute to the growth of the School of Public Health; and engage in University, community, and professional service.

• A strong publication record including existing grants, or demonstrated potential for securing extramural research funding.

• NIH-designated New and/or Early Career Investigators are encouraged to apply. Methodological expertise in implementation science, and/or behavioral or clinical intervention development and evaluation is preferred.

Compensation Grade

Assistant Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement!

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University.   With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow!  All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

• Generous annual, sick leave, long term disability and life i