Senior Epidemiology Research Leader & Mentor

Dar Al-Hekma; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Saudi Arabia is seeking a full-time Associate Professor of Epidemiology in the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Public Health. The candidate will teach and mentor graduate students, lead research initiatives, and collaborate with national health authorities. Candidates must hold a PhD in Epidemiology or a closely related field, with a strong publication record and experience in large-scale studies. The role is set in a rapidly growing academic environment with significant institutional partnerships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of post-PhD academic experience.
• Strong publication record in Q1 journals.
• Experience in epidemiologic research and study design.

Responsibilities

• Teach epidemiology and public health courses.
• Lead research projects and collaborate nationally.
• Supervise thesis research and mentor junior faculty.

Skills

Research excellence in epidemiologic methods

Funding acquisition

Teaching and mentorship

Epidemiologic software proficiency

Education

PhD in Epidemiology or related field

Tools

R

STATA

SAS

Python

Job description

A leading university in Saudi Arabia is seeking a full-time Associate Professor of Epidemiology in the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Public Health. The candidate will teach and mentor graduate students, lead research initiatives, and collaborate with national health authorities. Candidates must hold a PhD in Epidemiology or a closely related field, with a strong publication record and experience in large-scale studies. The role is set in a rapidly growing academic environment with significant institutional partnerships.