Assistant/Associate Professor-Systems Science or Implementation Science

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Systems Science or Implementation Science. The ideal candidate will focus on teaching, mentoring, and advancing healthcare equity, contributing to innovative graduate education and impactful research. A PhD is required, with expertise in related fields preferred, and a commitment to serving underserved populations.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field is required.
• Expertise in implementation or systems science is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in health equity research.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor students in the DrPH and MPH programs.
• Contribute to online education and course development.
• Engage in research to secure extramural funding.

Skills

Implementation science

Systems science

Health equity research

Teaching

Mentoring

Education

PhD in social, behavioral, or population sciences

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor-Systems Science or Implementation Science

Location:
1440 Canal Street-Tidewater Building
Open Date:
Oct 8, 2024
Description:

The Department of Social, Behavioral, and Population Sciences at the Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine invites applications at the rank of tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor or tenured Associate Professor.

We are interested in recruiting faculty with expertise in systems science or implementation science to improve the health of underserved and marginalized populations. Specifically, candidates who use implementation science frameworks and/or systems science thinking and modeling approaches to health equity researchare especially encouraged to apply. This expertise will complement our department’s existing strengths in maternal and child health, violence, nutrition, social policy, structural racism, and social determinants of health.

The faculty member in this position will contribute to online teaching, will primarily advise and mentor students, and lead and/or develop courses for our Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program and secondarily, the MPH program.

The position start date would be Spring or Summer 2025 or can be negotiated. The successful applicant will demonstrate a positive trajectory toward extramural research funding (early career) and/or have an active program of research supported by extramural funding. Additionally, the successful applicant will contribute to the equity-oriented educational mission of the department by leveraging innovative methods to lead advanced graduate-level doctoral and/or masters-level courses and mentor and advise graduate students. Additionally, service to the university, profession, and community are expected.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

Qualifications:

PhD in social, behavioral, or population sciences, or related field is required.

Evidence of expertise in implementation science or systems science, with demonstrated ability to apply these methods to health equity or population health challenges is preferred.

Application Instructions:

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at504-865-4748or by email [e-mail].