UTHealth Houston

Endowed Professor - School of Behavioral Health Sciences

UTHealth Houston$100K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in behavioral health sciences or related field.
  • Distinguished record of scholarship and NIH funding.
  • Evidence of leadership in research and academic program development.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research and education.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a robust, externally funded research program in behavioral health sciences.
  • Maintain active NIH research funding and pursue new grant opportunities.
  • Mentor junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.
  • Collaborate across UTHealth Houston and affiliated institutions.
  • Contribute to teaching and curriculum development.
  • Engage in service activities to advance UTHealth Houston's mission.

Benefits

  • Endowed professorship support for research and academic activities.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement resources.
Full Job Description
Endowed Professor (Full-Time, Tenure Track) - School of Behavioral Health Sciences

The School of Behavioral Health Sciences at UTHealth Houston invites applications for a full-time Endowed Professor position. We seek an accomplished scholar with a strong record of NIH-funded research 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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a robust, externally funded research program in behavioral health sciences.
  • Maintain active NIH research funding and pursue new grant opportunities.
  • Provide mentorship to junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.
  • Collaborate across UTHealth Houston and affiliated institutions to foster interdisciplinary research.
  • Contribute to teaching and curriculum development within the School of Behavioral Health Sciences.
  • Engage in service activities that advance the mission of UTHealth Houston.


Qualifications:

  • Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in behavioral health sciences, psychology, psychiatry, public health, or a related field.
  • Distinguished record of scholarship and sustained NIH funding.
  • Evidence of leadership in research and academic program development.


Preferred Expertise:

  • Behavioral health interventions, mental health disparities, addiction science, or related areas.
  • Experience with large-scale, collaborative research initiatives.


Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Endowed professorship support for research and academic activities.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and professional development resources.


Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae

About UTHealth Houston

UTHealth Houston includes the schools of dentistry, biomedical informatics, medicine, nursing, public health, and the graduate school of biomedical sciences. UTHealth Houston is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees.

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