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Biobehavioral Health Researcher

2 months ago


University Park, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Title:

Assistant Professor of Biobehavioral Health


Company:

The Pennsylvania State University, College of Health and Human Development


Job Description:


The Department of Biobehavioral Health at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. We seek a highly qualified individual to join our interdisciplinary team and contribute to the development of innovative research in the field of biobehavioral health.


Responsibilities:


  • Establish a fundable line of interdisciplinary biobehavioral health research
  • Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in biobehavioral health
  • Supervise and mentor student researchers
  • Provide service to the Department, College, and University
  • Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations within the social, behavioral, or medical/biological sciences


Qualifications:


  • Ph.D. or terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g., biology, neuroscience, epidemiology, public health, population health, biobehavioral health, psychology)
  • Strong publication record and potential for external grant funding
  • Experience in teaching and mentoring students
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in research and teaching


Research Focus:


  • The ideal candidate will use an interdisciplinary approach to examine the biobehavioral consequences of developmental adversity
  • Research may focus on genomic, physiological, neuroscience, or computational biology methodologies
  • Applicants using human and/or animal models in their research are invited to apply


About the Department:


The Department of Biobehavioral Health is a unique program that examines the intersection of biological, psychological, environmental, cultural, and global factors that affect health and wellness across the lifespan. We are particularly interested in individuals whose research fits within our interdisciplinary focus on integrating biological, environmental, psychosocial, and contextual processes.


About the College:


The College of Health and Human Development offers a robust program of eight interdisciplinary programs that share a common goal: enriching the lives of others. We continually examine contemporary issues facing people in today's changing times and develop cutting-edge solutions for addressing them.


What We Offer:


  • A dynamic and supportive research environment
  • Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and funding
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in research and teaching
  • A beautiful campus location in central Pennsylvania with access to outdoor recreation and cultural activities


How to Apply:


Please submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, research statement, teaching and mentoring statement, diversity statement, and three reprints/preprints. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.