Endowed Professor – School of Behavioral Health Sciences

Endowed Professor – School of Behavioral Health Sciences in Houston, Texas, United States | Faculty & Physicians at UTHealth Houston We're sorry... the job you are trying to apply for is no longer available. Maybe you would like to consider the Categories below : If you are looking for a great healthcare career in Houston, visit http://go.uth.edu/careers ! University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S.

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We seek an accomplished scholar with a strong record of <strong>NIH-funded research</strong> and demonstrated leadership in advancing behavioral health science. Candidate must provide a minimum of 50% in funding for salary support from grants and contracts. This prestigious role offers the opportunity to shape innovative research programs, mentor emerging scientists, and contribute to the academic excellence of UTHealth Houston.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Key Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Lead a robust, externally funded research program in behavioral health sciences.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Maintain active NIH research funding and pursue new grant opportunities.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Provide mentorship to junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Collaborate across UTHealth Houston and affiliated institutions to foster interdisciplinary research.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Contribute to teaching and curriculum development within the School of Behavioral Health Sciences.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Engage in service activities that advance the mission of UTHealth Houston.<strong><o:p> </o:p></strong></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><o:p> </o:p></strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><br><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in behavioral health sciences, psychology, psychiatry, public health, or a related field.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Distinguished record of scholarship and sustained NIH funding.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><p>Evidence of leadership in research and academic program development.<o:p></o:p></p><p><o:p></o:p></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Preferred Expertise:<o:p></o:p></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;">Behavioral health interventions, mental health disparities, addiction science, or related areas.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;">Experience with large-scale, collaborative research initiatives.<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Compensation and Benefits:<o:p></o:p></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;">Competitive salary commensurate with experience.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;">Endowed professorship support for research and academic activities.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;">Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and professional development resources.<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><o:p> </o:p></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Application Process:<o:p></o:p></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Interested candidates should submit:<o:p></o:p></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;">Cover letter<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;">Curriculum vitae<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> . Employment type: OTHER