Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biostatistics

Memorial University; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Atlantic Canada is seeking an Assistant Professor in Biostatistics. Responsibilities include contributing to undergraduate and graduate programs, establishing an independent research program, and teaching courses in biostatistics. Candidates should possess a PhD in Biostatistics or a related field, demonstrate a strong publication record, and be capable of supervising graduate students. Located in a vibrant community, this position offers a stimulating teaching environment and the opportunity to engage in applied research.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field required.
• Proven research program and teaching experience.
• Ability to supervise graduate trainees.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs in PHAHS.
• Develop an independent, externally funded research program.
• Teach existing statistical courses and develop advanced biostatistics courses.

Skills

Strong publication record

Research in statistics or health-related disciplines

Biostatistical knowledge and skills

Education

PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or Health-related discipline

Job description

Faculty of Medicine

Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences (PHAHS) invites applications for a tenure‑track position in Biostatistics. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor (consideration may be given to hiring at the rank of Associate Professor) and is anticipated to commence in September 2026.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs in PHAHS, establish an independent, externally funded research program, and participate in service activities (including statistical consulting services to the Faculty of Medicine, the Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy, and others). The candidate will apply biostatistical knowledge and skills to teaching at undergraduate and graduate level, teach existing statistical courses in PHAHS, and develop advanced biostatistics courses to meet the needs of research and educational programs in the Faculty of Medicine.

Existing courses in quantitative analysis offered by PHAHS include:

• Med6200 – Biostatistics I
• Med6260 – Applied Data Analysis for Clinical Epidemiology
• Med6262 – Biostatistics in Clinical Medicine
• Med6278 – Advanced Biostatistics for Health Research
• Med6802 – Big Data Research and Analytics for Health Care

The candidate is expected to be an independent researcher and develop an externally funded research program. Candidates with research programs in statistics or health‑related disciplines are especially encouraged. Research areas include genetics, machine learning, public health, human neuroscience, knowledge translation and implementation science, health policy, health services research, and epidemiology. Candidates should demonstrate a strong publication record and be able to supervise graduate trainees.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess a PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a Health‑related discipline. Applicants with a PhD in a health‑related discipline must demonstrate commensurate expertise in biostatistics in their research program or teaching dossier. Applicants should demonstrate a strong publication record; those applying at the Associate level must present evidence of an established, externally funded research program.

Applications

Closing date for all applications is January 6, 2026.

Applications must include:

1. a letter of application
2. An up‑to‑date curriculum vitae
3. A detailed description of the research program
4. A teaching dossier
5. Names and contact information of three current referees

Electronic applications are to be submitted in one PDF document to [e-mail]. Please state reference number VPA # F03299‑2024‑112 in your application package.

The Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences (PHAHS) is part of the Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine. PHAHS is home to graduate programs in public health and public health nutrition, community health and clinical epidemiology, applied health services research, and bioethics. It contributes to the interdisciplinary occupational and health and safety graduate program and leads the development and delivery of the community health, and bioethics and health law components of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. PHAHS is home to Memorial University’s Centre for Bioethics and the Faculty of Medicine’s Office of Social Accountability. It is partner to the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Applied Health Research (NLCAHR) and the Human Neuroscience Research Centre.

Memorial University is one of the leading universities in Atlantic Canada. Offering certificate, diploma, undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs to approximately 18,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for teaching and learning. St. John’s is a friendly city with great historic charm, and a dynamic arts and culture scene. It is nested within striking landscapes and offers a wide range of outdoor activities.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and anti‑racism, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous Peoples visible minorities, and racialized people; and people with disabilities. All applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of an equity‑deserving group(s) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of an equity‑deserving group(s) unless they complete an employment equity survey. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process please contact [e-mail] directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.