Endowed Professorship in Gerontology

Overview

Endowed Professor in Gerontology

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), School of Public Health is inviting applications from well-established and dynamic faculty with expertise in aging for the newly endowed Judith A. Sugar Endowed Professorship in Gerontology. This is a state-funded, nine-month, tenure-track position at the Associate or Full Professor rank.

Required Qualifications

·         Earned doctorate (PhD, DrPH, etc.) in social/behavioral science, public health, gerontology, or a closely related field, preferably from an accredited School of Public Health

·         Demonstrated contributions to the field of aging and ability to maintain an independent program of research, including ability to secure external research support

·         Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students

·         Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures, as well as in a multidisciplinary environment

 

The University has a wealth of gerontology-related programs including the multi-million dollar endowed Sanford Center for Aging, the Nevada Geriatric Education Center, an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, minor and certificate programs in gerontology, a Geriatrics Specialty Care Clinic, and a gerontology nursing program.

School Information:

The CEPH Accredited School of Public Health offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as several certificate programs.  The school offers PhD degrees in Social Behavioral Health and Epidemiology, MS degrees in Biostatistics and Kinesiology, MPH degrees in Epidemiology, Social Behavioral Health, Health Administration, and Public Health Practice, and BS degrees in Public Health and Kinesiology. The faculty and their students conduct state-of-the-art research and are funded by federal, state, local, and private sources.  The university is a Carnegie R1 Research University, established as Nevada’s land-grant institution in 1874. UNR’s 20,000 students enjoy its beautiful campus, 12 museums and galleries, and advanced labs, residence halls, and facilities.

Reno is nestled on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, just 40 miles from Lake Tahoe. The region’s population of 500,000 enjoys a high desert climate with four distinct seasons and 300 days of sunshine annually. With a rich history, year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, vibrant arts and culture scene, and a wealth of local restaurants, and craft breweries, Reno has become a burgeoning global technology hub.