Assistant/Associate Professor, Population Health Leadership and Analytics

The University of Texas Health Science Center; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate faculty member for a vital role in shaping future leaders in healthcare. This exciting position involves teaching graduate students, mentoring aspiring professionals, and engaging in impactful research. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in healthcare data science and analytics, with a commitment to fostering academic excellence. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in public health and healthcare management. If you are ready to make a significant impact in education and research, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in health services research or related discipline required.
• Demonstrated research portfolio for Associate rank candidates.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor graduate students in healthcare policy and public health.
• Develop independent and collaborative research programs.

Skills

Healthcare Data Science

Data Analytics

Operations Research

Informatics/Information Systems

Artificial Intelligence

Excellent Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Doctorate in Health Services Research

Doctorate in Healthcare Policy

Doctorate in Public Health

Job description

Job Description - Assistant/Associate Professor, Population Health Leadership and Analytics (25000090)

Job Type: Full Time

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Detailed Shift Information: Days

JOB SUMMARY:

This faculty position teaches Graduate Students primarily. There is a possibility of teaching or supporting undergraduate courses in the department and school. This faculty appointment is based on a 12-month schedule. The position is actively involved in scholarship/publications, extramurally funding, multidisciplinary research, and projects. The position teaches classes, provides service, mentors students, and actively recruits program applicants. The position provides expertise in one or more of the following domains: healthcare data science, data analytics, operations research, or informatics/information systems. Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence is preferred.

The faculty position will be hired based on open rank (Assistant or Associate Professor) based on education and experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

1. Provides teaching and education to students, trainees, staff, and other participants in healthcare policy, economics and management, and public health educational programs through lectures, didactics, and supervision in practicum settings.
2. Mentors and advises MHA and MPH students and serves as faculty for internship/practicum and capstone experiences.
3. Serves as subject matter expert on a variety of research studies.
4. Provides expert support to collaborators and mentoring junior investigators in research methods.
5. Develops an independent and collaborative research program.
6. Participates in committee functions and university governance as assigned.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

ACCOMPANYING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

1. Ability to plan and organize work.
2. Excellent skills with people.
3. Ability to achieve a common goal.
4. Ability to lead a project timely and efficiently.
5. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

1. An earned doctorate in health services research, healthcare policy, health administration, public health or related discipline.
2. Associate-rank candidates must demonstrate a well-developed research portfolio, evidenced by top-journal publications.
3. Assistant-rank candidates must demonstrate a robust research pipeline with top-journal publication potential.

PREFERRED:

1. Operational experience in a healthcare delivery setting.
2. Experience teaching online.

Work Locations

Tyler 75701

Organization

001-University of Texas Health Science Center-Tyler