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Assistant Professor - Prevention Science
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Assistant Professor - Prevention Science
– University of South Carolina, Columbia Campus
Overview The faculty of the
Psychology Department
at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a 9‑month, full‑time, tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2026. This role focuses on research related to children and prevention, vigorous pursuit of external research grants, and contributions to the department’s academic mission through undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Responsibilities The successful candidate will:
Conduct cutting‑edge research related to children and prevention.
Vigorously pursue external research grants.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in line with the department’s needs.
Required Education and Experience
Doctoral degree in psychology or a related field by the start date of employment.
Demonstrated record of research productivity and potential for excellence in teaching.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in prevention science focusing on early or middle childhood.
Research involving prevention strategies that benefit young children in family, school, or community settings and addressing dual outcomes of health and psychological well‑being.
Desired Start Date August 16, 2026
Application Instructions All applicants must apply online at USCJobs https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of three references. Questions may be directed to Professor Ron Prinz at prinz@mailbox.sc.edu.
Open Until Filled This position is open until filled.
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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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– University of South Carolina, Columbia Campus
Overview The faculty of the
Psychology Department
at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a 9‑month, full‑time, tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2026. This role focuses on research related to children and prevention, vigorous pursuit of external research grants, and contributions to the department’s academic mission through undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Responsibilities The successful candidate will:
Conduct cutting‑edge research related to children and prevention.
Vigorously pursue external research grants.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in line with the department’s needs.
Required Education and Experience
Doctoral degree in psychology or a related field by the start date of employment.
Demonstrated record of research productivity and potential for excellence in teaching.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in prevention science focusing on early or middle childhood.
Research involving prevention strategies that benefit young children in family, school, or community settings and addressing dual outcomes of health and psychological well‑being.
Desired Start Date August 16, 2026
Application Instructions All applicants must apply online at USCJobs https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of three references. Questions may be directed to Professor Ron Prinz at prinz@mailbox.sc.edu.
Open Until Filled This position is open until filled.
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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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