Biostatistics - Assistant Professor Positions in Causal Inference

Meyer Entsorgung; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in Philadelphia is seeking an Assistant Professor specializing in causal inference methods. The role involves teaching courses, developing statistical methodology, and engaging in collaborative research. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students. This position supports a diverse academic environment that encourages applicants from varied backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Expertise in causal inference methods development and applications.
• Strong commitment to teaching and mentoring in biostatistics programs.
• Ability to establish oneself as a research leader.

Responsibilities

• Teach biostatistics courses in various biomedical programs.
• Develop innovative statistical methodology.
• Collaborate in research projects within the Perelman School of Medicine.

Skills

Causal inference methods

Teaching and mentoring

Statistical methodology development

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Overview

Biostatistics - Assistant Professor Positions in Causal Inference

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

Sep 23, 2024

Deadline

Sep 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Position type

Assistant Professor in either the non-tenure clinician educator track or the tenure track. Expertise is required in causal inference methods development and applications, with the ability to establish oneself as a research leader in their area of specialization. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities

• Teaching responsibilities may include participation in biostatistics PhD and MS training programs, as well as teaching biostatistics courses in epidemiology, health policy, and other biomedical programs. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring.
• Research or scholarship responsibilities may include the development of innovative leading-edge statistical methodology as well as collaborative research projects within the Perelman School of Medicine.

Department and environment

The University of Pennsylvania is a team-science-oriented environment with elite biomedical research collaborators. The Division of Biostatistics includes over 30 full-time faculty with diverse expertise spanning numerous methodological and biomedical areas. The school trains MS and PhD students and supports cross-disciplinary collaboration with units such as the Wharton School of Business and other engineering and science schools.

Contact

Please contact Cathy Vallejo for questions: [e-mail]

Commitment to diversity

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/155260

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.