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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor, Cancer Epidemiology   
College of Public Health Department of Epidemiology
University of South Florida  

The Department of Epidemiology at the University of South Florida (USF) College of Public Health (COPH) invites applications for three tenure-track faculty positions in Cancer Epidemiology: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor. All three positions will have their academic home in Epidemiology, and together they will play central roles in advancing cancer research in partnership with the Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Cancer Institute. These positions offer a distinctive opportunity to shape cancer control and outcomes research at the institutional and regional level through close collaboration with the TGH Cancer Institute and USF Health. Successful candidates will have varying levels of accomplishment in the area of cancer etiology, prevention, early detection, treatment outcomes, survivorship, health equity or cancer related public health genomics using molecular, clinical, behavioral, environmental or policy-relevant approaches.

The Professor will also serve as Director of the Cancer Control, Prevention, and Epidemiology Program at the TGH Cancer Institute – a major academic–clinical collaboration focused on prevention, early detection, survivorship, and population health strategies. We seek a nationally recognized scholar with a record of sustained extramural funding, impactful peer-reviewed publications, successful instruction of graduate-level students or trainees where applicable in the areas described above and demonstrated leadership in collaborative cancer research. The Professor and Director will lead cross-institutional initiatives that integrate cancer surveillance, implementation science, health equity, and cancer related public health genomics, while mentoring junior faculty and trainees.

The Associate Professor will contribute as a senior faculty member in cancer epidemiology, working closely with the Director and Assistant Professor to help grow the program’s research portfolio and strengthen its translational and population-based impact. Competitive candidates will have a sustained record of extramural funding, publications, and successful teaching of graduate students or equivalent trainees where applicable, in the areas described above.

The Assistant Professor will contribute as a junior faculty member in cancer epidemiology, working closely with the Director and the Associate Professor to help grow the program’s research portfolio and strengthen its translational and population-based impact. Competitive candidates will have a record of scholarly activity and a strong potential for extramural funding in the areas described above. In addition, competitive candidates will have experience in instruction of undergraduate students or equivalent trainees where applicable, with the potential to instruct and mentor graduate students.

Finally, competitive candidates for all three positions will provide evidence of engagement in academic and/or public health service at the institutional, professional or community level.

The Department of Epidemiology is a central pillar of the COPH, bringing together faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for their work in cancer, infectious diseases, maternal and child health, health disparities, and advanced analytic methods. Our faculty are committed to high-impact research, innovative teaching, and mentoring across degree programs. The department fosters a collaborative and collegial environment that supports career development, student success, and interdisciplinary partnerships across USF Health and with external partners such as the TGH Cancer Institute and Moffitt Cancer Center.

USF’s College of Public Health was founded in 1984 as the first college of public health in Florida, remains the top-ranked program in Florida and is consistently recognized among the leading schools of public health nationally. COPH is part of USF Health, which includes the core colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Public Health and Pharmacy, and the schools of Biomedical Sciences and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science. COPH is known for being innovative and for its brand “Our Practice is our Passion.” Fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the College is also home to three other accredited programs, the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) accredited Master of Health Administration, the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC) accredited Master of Science in Public Health in Genetic Counselling, and the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited Dietetic Internship linked to an MPH in Nutrition. The College’s over 100 faculty are highly productive in research, publications and presentations, and the active application of evidence to practice, in teaching and mentoring at all degree levels, and in leadership in professional and community organizations. Faculty are actively engaged the pre- and post- professional development of more than 5,000 students throughout undergraduate, masters, doctoral, and post-doctoral programs. The Lifelong Learning Academy supports continuing professional education for the public health workforce through short courses and micro-certificates. The College’s centers address global infectious disease, maternal and child health, environmental risk assessment, lifestyle medicine, and leadership development. See the COPH website at http://health.usf.edu/publichealth/ to learn more about our dynamic and innovative faculty and College.

Why USF and Tampa Bay
USF is deemed the fastest rising university in the United States by the U.S. News & World Report and was recently invited to join the Association of American Universities (AAU). USF is located in Tampa, Florida, one of the fastest growing cities in America, with campuses in St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. With over 50,000 students, the University has a bold vision grounded in the strategic imperatives of integrity, inclusion, inquiry, and innovation to continue to achieve excellence in instruction, discovery, scholarship, and authentic community engagement.

USF Tampa is located in the Tampa Bay area, a dynamic and growing metropolitan area of over three million residents and offers a wide-range of cultural, artistic, athletic and recreational activities, excellent public schools, close proximity to Gulf of Mexico beaches, and an affordable cost of living. Tampa is home to a rich public health and biomedical ecosystem, including Moffitt Cancer Center, TGH Cancer Institute, and a strong local and state public health infrastructure. The area offers an outstanding quality of life, cultural vibrancy, year-round outdoor recreation, and a growing and diverse population – providing both personal and professional enrichment.

Candidates must apply for a specific position to be considered. See directions below to access the USF Careers posting for each position and the related minimum and preferred qualifications.

Closing Date: Positions will remain open until filled. Review of complete applications will begin December 1, 2025.

Salary & Benefits: Nationally competitive salary with excellent benefits.

To apply: Candidates must complete an online application and upload the documents listed below to be considered for the positions. Please visit www.usf.edu and access “Work at USF” and then click on Access Careers@USF and search for Job Opening ID 41742 for the Professor position, Job Opening ID 41740 for the Associate Professor position or Job Opening ID 41739 for the Assistant Professor position. Documents to be uploaded with the application include a letter of application addressing the advertised minimum and preferred qualifications for the position to which applying, a CV/resume, and a list of three references. Review of application will not begin until all required documents are uploaded into Careers. References will not be contacted without notifying applicants in advance.

According to Florida law, search records, including applications and search committee meetings, are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Equal Access institution. Applicants who need disability accommodations in order to participate in the selection process should notify Sheri-Lee Shakes at (813) 974-6494 or TDD (813) 974-1758 at least five working days in advance of need.