Assistant Professor, Teaching Pathway, Occupational Health and Safety in the Department of Health Policy and Systems Mgmt.

About the job

The incumbent will serve as a full-time, non-tenure earning faculty position in the Teaching Pathway in, Occupational Health and Safety in the Department of Health Policy and Systems Management. As a ranked professorial faculty position at USF, the incumbent will establish research and workforce development collaborations with the Sunshine Education and Research Center and the OSHA Training Institute Education Center.  Duties include collaborating with faculty and staff to plan, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve all instructional and training activities related to a future industrial hygiene program, as well as other programs within the Sunshine education and Research Center and the OSHA Training Institute Education Center. The incumbent will report directly to the Chair of the Health Policy and Systems Management who will meet annually with the incumbent to discuss the specific assignment for the upcoming assignment year and to review performance during the previous year. This position requires on-site presence consistent with university expectations

Responsibilities

Instructional Duties Develop and teach on-line and in-class courses related to occupational health and safety and or management of healthcare; participate in college-wide teaching initiatives. Contribute to USF Health interprofessional education programs. Collaborate in teaching with faculty in other Colleges in USF Health and the University. Advise students. Serve on thesis and doctoral committees as appropriate.

Research/Scholarship Duties Contribute to scholarly literature, for example through publication in peer-reviewed journals,  presentations and/or active translation to the field. Collaborate with faculty across the College,  USF Health, and USF to participate in translational research initiatives. Independent, sustained funded research is not required.

Service Duties Engage in service activities at the department, college, university, community and professional levels. Serve on faculty governance committees, special work groups, or other college and university committees. Participate at the national and state level in professional organizations and activities. Contribute to the community through service related to professional

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution (PhD, DrPH, ScD, JD, or equivalent in public health, occupational health and safety, health management, business, law), or highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

Three years' experience in occupational health and safety and or management of healthcare systems related to safety.

Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity with peer-reviewed publications related to occupational health and safety, or safety management.

Active participation in national organizations and leadership activities appropriate to the candidate's discipline. Experience in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and or graduate students.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of communities, stakeholders, and interdisciplinary teams.

Demonstrated ability to fulfill the expectation of contributions in the area of service commensurate with the College's mission.

Demonstrated ability to fulfill the expectation of collegiality and participation as a citizen of the University.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Safety Professional and or Certified Industrial Hygienist, or occupational safety and health related professional certification.

Demonstrated experience with occupational health and safety and or management of healthcare.

Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate students.

Experience advising undergraduate and graduate students.

Publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Experience in presenting at national and/or international conferences.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 44694
• Job Category: Faculty
• Posting Date: 2026-11-03
• Apply Before: 2027-05-02
• Locations: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US
• Hiring Salary: negotiable
• Essential Personnel: No