What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (T/TT), MizzouForward, Social Sciences at the position at University of Missouri-Columbia?
The University of Missouri (MU) seeks applications and nominations for outstanding faculty candidates with a focus in Social Sciences. This recruitment is part of MizzouForward, the most important strategic investment in research excellence and student success in the history of the university. This initiative will leverage existing institutional strengths and address national health, scientific, and scholarly priority areas through innovation and collaboration. Successful candidates will have outstanding, competitive, externally funded research programs in any area of the Social Sciences. Positions are available in all units across campus and joint appointments between multiple departments are possible.
As a comprehensive residential campus, MU takes pride in a rich interdisciplinary network of researchers. Examples of existing multi-disciplinary resources, centers and institutes are the Missouri Center for Addiction Research and Engagement, the Missouri Prevention Science Institute, the Family & Relationship Research Network, Center for Family Policy and Research, as well as the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment.
Minimum Qualification
- An earned terminal degree in a related discipline
Candidates will be evaluated on the following factors
- Track record of external research funding, particularly from federal agencies
- Research portfolio and accomplishments (e.g., publication record, number of citations)
- National awards and honors, membership with national academies
- Interdisciplinary orientation of their work
Application
We are currently not reviewing applications for this area.
Please direct questions about your application, the hiring process, or the MizzouForward initiative to (mizzouforward@missouri.edu).
To apply, upload your CV and a letter of application, which describes your current research agenda, accomplishments, and future research goals. A total of five references will be requested during the final phase of the interview process.
Current MU faculty members on a tenure track or with tenure do not qualify to apply for this opening.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee, all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments, materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on the University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodation, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.
