ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR-TENURE TRACK (SOCIAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST)

Posting Details Posting Summary Rank\Title

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR-TENURE TRACK

(SOCIAL

EPIDEMIOLOGIST

) Position Number 00057568 Location Code 458780000 SCHOOL

OF PUBLIC HEALTH/ADMIN

- Lions Eye Clinic . Location-City New Orleans School/Division

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Department Epidemiology and Pop Health Position Summary We seek a colleague with research and teaching interests in epidemiology with an emphasis on Social Epidemiology. Substantive areas of interest could include a range of topics of social determinants of health, such as chronic disease, early life adversity, infectious disease risk, environmental health, global health, addiction, mental health, access to health care, or other related areas. Applicants for the tenure track position must hold a doctorate degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or a related field. Evidence of extramural research funding and publications must be commensurate with years of professional experience. We expect our faculty to build an externally funded research program, publish in leading journals, and be committed to advancing health equity and to impacting public and population health. As minimum qualifications for consideration, applicants will have evidence or strong potential for establishing an independent, extramurally funded research program, a demonstrated interest in teaching, and a commitment to epidemiology and public health. Candidates will be responsible for advising and mentoring students, post-doctoral fellows, and junior faculty scholars. Faculty members will receive a competitive salary, dedicated research space, and protected time for scholarship. The position includes start-up funds for research support and a relocation incentive. The department offers a highly collegial environment with growth potential. We are particularly looking for candidates who can operate effectively in a diverse community of students and faculty and share our vision of helping all constituents reach their full potential. The anticipated start date for the position is negotiable with the successful candidate. Additional Position Information Applicants should include electronic copies of: 1. a curriculum vitae. 2. a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position and research statement describing accomplishments, current work, and future directions uploaded as one document. 4. a statement of teaching interests, teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching and mentoring effectiveness; upload as portfolio 5. a list of three references - to be completed during application submission (they will only be contacted for finalists).