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Overview
The Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina is seeking an energetic and visionary Chair for the Department of Environmental Health Sciences (ENHS). This academic leadership role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of research, education, and practice in environmental health. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and vision for the Department, fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and internationally recognized academic environment. The Chair will advance cutting‑edge research, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthen the department’s reputation for excellence in teaching and service. The University of South Carolina is located in Columbia, the state capital, and the center of a metropolitan statistical area that is home to over 800,000 residents. The campus offers a wide range of cultural and recreational resources.
Responsibilities
Lead ENHS in developing and implementing a forward‑looking academic strategy.
Oversee departmental operations, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Foster a strong culture of research innovation in areas such as environmental toxicology, occupational health, environmental justice, global health, and climate‑change effects on health.
Enhance undergraduate, graduate, and professional training/certification programs.
Mentor and support faculty, staff, and students to achieve their highest potential.
Secure extramural research funding and build partnerships with government, industry, and community stakeholders.
Qualifications Earned doctorate or equivalent in public health, environmental health, or a related discipline that complements existing departmental research and teaching strengths in microbiology, toxicology, exposure science, air quality, water quality, soil health, climate change, environmental justice, and community engagement.
Candidate Evidence
An outstanding record of scholarship and external research funding in environmental health or a related field.
Demonstrated excellence in academic leadership and/or administration.
Demonstrated commitment to innovative, inclusive teaching and student mentorship.
National and international recognition in environmental health or a related field.
Eligibility for appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure.
Application Materials Interested candidates should submit the following: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter describing qualifications and academic leadership experience, and 3) a list of three references. Application materials are accepted online at
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195429 . Only applications and materials submitted through the online application process will be considered.
EEO / AA Policy Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Policy 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 (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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Responsibilities
Lead ENHS in developing and implementing a forward‑looking academic strategy.
Oversee departmental operations, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Foster a strong culture of research innovation in areas such as environmental toxicology, occupational health, environmental justice, global health, and climate‑change effects on health.
Enhance undergraduate, graduate, and professional training/certification programs.
Mentor and support faculty, staff, and students to achieve their highest potential.
Secure extramural research funding and build partnerships with government, industry, and community stakeholders.
Qualifications Earned doctorate or equivalent in public health, environmental health, or a related discipline that complements existing departmental research and teaching strengths in microbiology, toxicology, exposure science, air quality, water quality, soil health, climate change, environmental justice, and community engagement.
Candidate Evidence
An outstanding record of scholarship and external research funding in environmental health or a related field.
Demonstrated excellence in academic leadership and/or administration.
Demonstrated commitment to innovative, inclusive teaching and student mentorship.
National and international recognition in environmental health or a related field.
Eligibility for appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure.
Application Materials Interested candidates should submit the following: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter describing qualifications and academic leadership experience, and 3) a list of three references. Application materials are accepted online at
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195429 . Only applications and materials submitted through the online application process will be considered.
EEO / AA Policy Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Policy 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 (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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