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Posting Number:
FAC00261PO24
Advertised Title
Health Sciences Endowed Professor
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
College of Nursing
Department
CON College of Nursing
Advertised Salary Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis
12 months
Work County
Richland
Tenure Information
Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category
Faculty
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.
Advertised Job Summary
The University of South Carolina College of Nursing invites applications for a Health Sciences Endowed Professor position. We are seeking a distinguished nurse scientist with a robust research portfolio in maternal child health. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and expand the Perinatal, Pediatrics, and Family Research Center (PPFRC), contributing to our mission to advance health outcomes for women, children, and families through innovative research, education, and community engagement.
Position Highlights:The successful candidate will receive endowment support, a competitive start-up package, and access to USC’s vibrant interprofessional research community, including the College of Nursing’s two other dynamic research centers:
Key Responsibilities
Join us in transforming healthcare through groundbreaking research, innovation, and academic excellence.
Required Education And Experience
None
Desired Start Date
07/01/2025
Job Open Date
12/13/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business 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.
Quicklink For Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/180670
EEO Statement
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.
Posting Number:
FAC00261PO24
Advertised Title
Health Sciences Endowed Professor
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
College of Nursing
Department
CON College of Nursing
Advertised Salary Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis
12 months
Work County
Richland
Tenure Information
Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category
Faculty
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.
Advertised Job Summary
The University of South Carolina College of Nursing invites applications for a Health Sciences Endowed Professor position. We are seeking a distinguished nurse scientist with a robust research portfolio in maternal child health. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and expand the Perinatal, Pediatrics, and Family Research Center (PPFRC), contributing to our mission to advance health outcomes for women, children, and families through innovative research, education, and community engagement.
Position Highlights:The successful candidate will receive endowment support, a competitive start-up package, and access to USC’s vibrant interprofessional research community, including the College of Nursing’s two other dynamic research centers:
- Cancer Survivorship Research Center
- Center for Advancing Chronic Care Outcomes through Research and Innovation (ACORN)
Key Responsibilities
- Propel scholarly innovation and produce a sustained record of research in maternal and child health.
- Maintain a successful record of federal funding (R01 or equivalent).
- Lead interdisciplinary research initiatives, fostering partnerships with USC faculty, clinical affiliates, and community organizations.
- Mentor faculty and attract high-caliber students to elevate the College’s research profile.
- Pursue external funding through private, governmental, and foundation grants.
- Enhance the college’s reputation through exemplary research, academic leadership, and student engagement.
Join us in transforming healthcare through groundbreaking research, innovation, and academic excellence.
Required Education And Experience
- Doctorate in nursing, with qualifications for tenure at the rank of professor.
- Proven research record relevant to maternal child health.
- Established history of federal funding at R01 or equivalent.
- Demonstrated leadership in building and managing a research enterprise.
- Commitment to teaching excellence and a vision to enhance the College’s national prominence.
None
Desired Start Date
07/01/2025
Job Open Date
12/13/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business 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.
Quicklink For Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/180670
EEO Statement
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.
