Overview
The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services at Utah State University invites applicants for three tenure-track faculty positions (Assistant or Associate Professor) as part of a new college initiative focused on Technology Enhanced Health and Wellness.
This forward-looking interdisciplinary initiative, developed in partnership with USU’s College of Engineering, brings together faculty and students to address complex health challenges through the innovative application of technology and engineering principles. Our vision is to transform health and human services by advancing technologies that promote accessibility, efficiency, and personalized care. Areas of research emphasis include, but are not limited to, biomedical devices, assistive technologies, digital therapeutics, wearable technologies, remote health monitoring and delivery, health applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning, and data-driven precision medicine.
Successful candidates will join a vibrant community of researchers committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and high-impact scholarship. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record or clear potential for collaborative, externally funded research that advances technology’s role in improving health and human services. Candidates must have a disciplinary background that aligns with one of the departments within the College of Education and Human Services. The positions are full-time, 9-month academic year appointments located on USU’s main campus in Logan, UT and are not eligible for remote work. Start date for the positions will be August 1, 2026. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.
About Utah State University
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
