Assistant Professor - Health Sciences and Health Information Systems

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Professor to join their dynamic faculty. This role involves teaching and mentoring students in health sciences and health information systems, while also contributing to impactful research in data science and artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activities, develop curriculum, and participate in service to the community. With a commitment to diversity and innovation, this position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of health education in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Options

Work-Life Balance Policies

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in health and rehabilitation sciences or a related field required.
• Strong teaching ability and mentoring experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective courses in health sciences and health information systems.
• Maintain active scholarship and publish in relevant fields.

Skills

Data Science

Artificial Intelligence

Health Informatics

Health Services Research

Teaching Ability

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Job description

Assistant Professor

School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems

College of Medicine

Position Overview

The Ohio State Universitys School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty member within our Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems and Learning Health Systems Collaborative at the Assistant Professor rank. We are seeking faculty who will teach within the division, MS and PhD programs in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences consistent with expertise, mentor students in each program, develop and sustain an extramurally funded and productive scholarship program as a principal investigator and co-investigator with the Learning Health Systems Collaborative through publications and presentations, and contribute to service needs of the School, College, University and appropriate professional organizations. We are especially interested in faculty members who have scholarly interests in health sciences, specifically in areas such as applied use of data science and artificial intelligence technologies in the context of learning health systems, quality improvement, health promotion, aging, and public health. Additionally, we are seeking individuals with experience in health services research and health informatics, particularly those with skills related to the curation of electronic health records and use of artificial intelligence technologies for clinical and educational support.

• Track: This is a tenure-track faculty position.
• Rank: Assistant
• Language Requirements: English
• Sponsorship offered

Performance Objectives

• Maintains active scholarship: Presents scholarly work at local, regional, national, and international meetings; publishes scholarly work in books and journals; and writes and/or serves as co-investigator or principal investigator on intramural and extramural grants.
• Develops, plans, and delivers core and elective courses within the School of Health and Rehabilitations Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems and MS/PhD programs; and participates in curriculum design and revision.
• Actively participates in service to division, school, college, university, professional and community organizations; and other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:PhD or equivalent in health and rehabilitation sciences or a related field; evidence of strong teaching ability (including distance/online); an established record or strong evidence of the ability to achieve an extramurally-funded and productive scholarship program in a health sciences and health informatics-related field; ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and experience partnering in a data analyst or data scientist function for learning health system and quality improvement initiatives.

Desired: Scholarly expertise that complements division faculty including health promotion, aging, body composition, exercise science, nutrition, health services and data analytics, and the scholarship of teaching and learning especially as it relates to emerging developments in the field of artificial technology. Experience as a clinician and with supporting immersive/experiential learning within clinical settings as a clinical mentor or preceptorare also strongly desired.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruiter, [e-mail]. Application materials must include:

Required:

• Cover letter. Please include a summary of your CV that highlights your key accomplishments, skills, and qualifications that match the job posting and three or more professional references.
• Curriculum Vita (CV)
• Statement of Scholarship. Please describe the work you have previously completed, identify what the next steps may be and how/what they will contribute to your ongoing scholarship goals over the next 5 years.
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring. Please include the impact and influence of your scholarship and disciplinary context on your teaching. Include the teaching goals you have for yourself and for your students and how your teaching enacts these beliefs and goals.

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the College of Medicine

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University is a nationally recognized leader in the education of health and providers in the areas of athletic training, health information management, medical dietetics, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and radiologic sciences and therapy. Graduates of these programs are leaders in their fields who use their knowledge of advanced techniques and technology to deliver quality patient care.

Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems

The Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences is in a large, energetic academic medical center and research extensive university, offering many collaboration and innovation opportunities. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, collaborative, and well-balanced faculty of successful scientists, master clinicians, and professional leaders with records of excellence in teaching, scholarship, professional service, and clinical practice. The Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems offers undergraduate programs in Health Sciences and Health Information Management and Systems including on-campus and online Bachelor of Science programs.

The University

Ohio State is a top 20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State UniversitysShared Valuesinclude Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.