ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR-MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGIST

LSU; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Start-up funds

Relocation package

Job summary

LSU Health seeks candidates with research expertise in molecular epidemiology or cancer epidemiology. The role emphasizes building an externally funded program, publishing in leading journals and advancing health equity.

Candidates should show potential for independent funding and a commitment to teaching and mentorship. Responsibilities include advising students, post-doctoral fellows, and junior faculty while contributing to a collegial, growth-oriented environment with start-up funds and

Qualifications

• PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health or related field.
• Evidence of or potential for establishing an externally funded research program.
• Commitment to teaching and health equity.

Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor students, post-doctoral fellows and junior faculty.
• Develop and lead externally funded research in molecular or cancer epidemiology.

Skills

Epidemiology expertise

Teaching and mentoring

Research leadership

Education

PhD in Epidemiology/Biostatistics/Public Health

Job description

Job Summary/Basic Functions

LSU Health seeks candidates with research expertise in molecular epidemiology or cancer epidemiology. Skills and training in epidemiologic methods, cancer, infectious, social, and clinical epidemiology, informatics, or implementation science are especially desired. 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 of 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 package. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education: Doctorate Required Field of Study: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health or related field