Pursue external funding opportunities that support research, graduate education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Teach graduate courses in both Fall and Spring semesters within the Marriage and Family Therapy curriculum or other departmental offerings aligned with the candidate's area of expertise.

Mentor graduate students through research, thesis supervision, and professional development.

Participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.

Support the mission and accreditation standards of the Marriage and Family Therapy Program, including clinical education and supervision when appropriate to the candidate's qualifications.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate (or ABD with degree conferred prior to appointment) in Marriage and Family Therapy, Family Science, Human Development and Family Science, Family Studies, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of an active research agenda with the potential for sustained scholarly productivity leading to external funding.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at the University of South Florida.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established record of peer-reviewed scholarship focused on couples, families, relationships, behavioral health, prevention, resilience, human development, or family science.
• Experience obtaining or pursuing externally funded research.
• Experience with undergraduate and/or graduate-level teaching.
• Eligibility to serve as COAMFTE Core Faculty.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Florida (LMFT or equivalent)

Applicants are required to submit the following in support of their application:

1. Cover Letter
2. CV
3. Statement of Research Interests
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Two Letters of Recommendation

Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026

Contact information: Everette Coffman; coffman3@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.

Pursue external funding opportunities that support research, graduate education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Teach graduate courses in both Fall and Spring semesters within the Marriage and Family Therapy curriculum or other departmental offerings aligned with the candidate's area of expertise.

Mentor graduate students through research, thesis supervision, and professional development.

Participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.

Support the mission and accreditation standards of the Marriage and Family Therapy Program, including clinical education and supervision when appropriate to the candidate's qualifications.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate (or ABD with degree conferred prior to appointment) in Marriage and Family Therapy, Family Science, Human Development and Family Science, Family Studies, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of an active research agenda with the potential for sustained scholarly productivity leading to external funding.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at the University of South Florida.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established record of peer-reviewed scholarship focused on couples, families, relationships, behavioral health, prevention, resilience, human development, or family science.
• Experience obtaining or pursuing externally funded research.
• Experience with undergraduate and/or graduate-level teaching.
• Eligibility to serve as COAMFTE Core Faculty.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Florida (LMFT or equivalent)

Applicants are required to submit the following in support of their application:

1. Cover Letter
2. CV
3. Statement of Research Interests
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Two Letters of Recommendation

Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026

Contact information: Everette Coffman; coffman3@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.