Open Rank, Tenure-Track or Tenured Faculty Position in Biomedical and Health Informatics

Case Western Reserve University; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track or tenured faculty position in Biomedical and Health Informatics (BHI) within PQHS. We seek candidates at any career stage to build and sustain an innovative, forward-looking research program.

Leadership opportunities may be discussed for outstanding experienced candidates, with collaboration across a rich clinical and research ecosystem.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent terminal degree in Biomedical and Health Informatics or related field.
• Expertise in one or more areas of BHI with a strong scholarly record.
• External research funding commensurate with experience and rank.
• Interest in independent and collaborative research in a highly interdisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead an innovative research program in Biomedical and Health Informatics.
• Collaborate across CWRU and affiliated institutions.
• Mentor trainees and contribute to graduate education and curriculum development.

Skills

PhD/MD or equivalent

BHI expertise

External funding

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent

Job description

Open Rank, Tenure-Track or Tenured Faculty Position in Biomedical and Health Informatics

The Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences (PQHS) at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track or tenured faculty position in Biomedical and Health Informatics (BHI). We seek outstanding candidates at any career stage who are motivated to build, expand, and sustain an innovative, forward-looking research program. Leadership opportunities may be discussed for outstanding experienced candidates.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A PhD, MD, or equivalent terminal degree in Biomedical and Health Informatics or a closely related field
• Expertise in one or more areas of BHI, with a strong scholarly record
• External research funding commensurate with experience and academic rank
• Interest in both independent and collaborative research within a highly interdisciplinary environment

Areas of Strategic Interest

While candidates with expertise across all areas of BHI are encouraged to apply, the department has a strong strategic interest in artificial intelligence-driven approaches to biomedical and medical research, including:

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning methods (e.g., deep learning, neural networks, foundation models) for biomedical and clinical applications
• AI-enabled analysis of clinical and translational data, including Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and other real-world data sources
• Natural language processing and multimodal modeling of clinical text, imaging, and other unstructured health data
• Big data analytics and data science approaches that support scalable, reproducible, and trustworthy AI in healthcare
• AI-driven learning healthcare systems, clinical decision support, and precision medicine
• Spatial data analytics and GIS-based health research, including integration with AI methods for population and public health studies

Collaborative Environment

Faculty benefit from extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across CWRU and its affiliated institutions, including:

• Cleveland Institute for Computational Biology (http://www.icompbio.net/)
• Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) (http://casemed.case.edu/ctsc/)
• GIS Health & Hazards Lab (https://case.edu/medicine/pqhs/research/gis-health-hazards-lab)

In addition, faculty work closely with internationally renowned healthcare systems, such as:

• Cleveland Clinic
• University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
• Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
• MetroHealth Medical Center

This rich clinical and research ecosystem provides unparalleled access to diverse data resources, translational research opportunities, and real-world impact.

CWRU has a rapidly growing BHI educational program, offering PhD, MS, and certificate programs. The BHI program is embedded within the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, which also houses five additional MS and PhD programs, fostering a rich, interdisciplinary academic environment. Faculty have opportunities to contribute to innovative graduate education, mentor trainees across disciplines, and collaborate in curriculum development within a vibrant and expanding educational ecosystem.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility Statement Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, or genetic information, in accordance with federal and state laws and university policy. Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring accommodations at any stage of the application or hiring process may contact the Office of Equity at 216.368.3066 or via email at [e-mail]. Accommodation requests are reviewed and granted on a case-by-case basis.

Cleveland Pay Transparency Ordinance Statement The annual starting base salary range for this position is from 130,000-300,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.