Lyall and Beatrice Thompson Nursing Professorship in Oncology

The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service. Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report—rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025. As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being.

The University of South Florida College of Nursing is seeking an outstanding nurse scientist for the position of the Lyall and Beatrice Thompson Nursing Professorship in Oncology. The nurse scientist holding this professorship will sustain a robust, state-of-the-art clinical program of research in oncology and quality of life issues. This esteemed position comes with a generous start-up package as well as the opportunity to collaborate with clinician colleagues at the Sarasota Memorial Health Care system's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute to enhance research in quality-of-life care for individuals with cancer.

The nurse scientist will maintain a high level of external grant-supported research, disseminate research discoveries, and promote the translation of research findings into practice by working closely with colleagues. The incumbent will provide leadership to develop research collaborations, securing research funding and promoting excellence in research and scholarship.

In addition, the candidate will mentor faculty, clinician scientists, and students; build and support multidisciplinary teams, participate in interdisciplinary grant applications for centers and training programs; and maintain individual extramural funding.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

Have a strong history of federal funding, demonstrated leadership with building and managing a research enterprise, commitment to excellence in teaching, and a vision that will position the College and the Sarasota Memorial Health Care system's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute prominently on the national stage.

If a nurse, the candidate must be eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Florida

Preferred Qualifications:

Is a fellow American Academy of Nursing.

Has Experience collaborating with a national cancer center.

Has experience with Center or Training grants and programs.