Associate or Full Professor DOQ

University of Nebraska Medical Center, United States

Updated: about 18 hours ago
Location: Omaha, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime

Requisition Details
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION


EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2024 - 053
Department COPH Epidemiology 50005428
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Public Health
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule M-F, Flexible
Requisition Category Faculty
Requisition Title Associate or Full Professor DOQ
Job Title/Academic Rank Associate or Full Professor DOQ
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type P1 - REG HLTH FAC SAL
Salary Range Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date 02/20/2024

Position Qualification


Position Summary
The Division of Emergency Preparedness in the Department of Epidemiology in the College of Public Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is recruiting a full-time 12-month tenure-eligible Associate or Full Professor candidate of exceptional scholarship to expand our Public Health Emergency Preparedness teaching and research programs. The Department offers both an MPH and DrPH in public health emergency preparedness. In addition, depending upon qualifications, the incumbent may have the opportunity to be appointed Co-Director for Research of the Board of Regents designated Center for Preparedness and Emergency Response Solutions. The Center focuses on research, planning, training, exercises, and education related to public health and healthcare emergencies and preparedness.
We are particularly interested in applicants with research expertise in Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response, resiliency, and disaster epidemiology who have demonstrated the ability to lead collaboratively across disciplines. Individuals interested in other areas of preparedness research will also be considered. Skills and training in health policy, public health systems, environmental health, health security, comparative effectiveness, or implementation science are desired.
Successful candidates will have evidence of an independent, extramurally funded research program, a demonstrated performance and interest in teaching, and a commitment to advancing Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. Candidates will also advise and mentor graduate students and junior faculty.
Faculty members will receive a competitive salary and protected time for scholarship. The positions include start-up packages with research support funds, providing opportunities for diverse research experiences. The Center, Department, and College offer a highly collegial environment with growth potential.
How to apply:

The application system will open on 2/1/2024. Review of applications will begin on 3/2/2024 and continue until appropriate candidates are identified or the search is closed.
The start date for the position is September 1, 2024, but it is negotiable with the successful candidate(s).
Applicants should include electronic copies of the following:
  • a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position;
  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a one to two-page statement of research focus;
  • a one-page statement of teaching and training interests, teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching and mentoring effectiveness;
  • a one-page diversity statement, and
  • a list of three references (who will be contacted for finalists only).
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    Required Qualifications
    · An earned doctorate (PhD, MD with MPH, or DrPH) with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Public Health Emergency Preparedness or the intersection of Emergency Preparedness/ Management, Health Policy, Disaster Epidemiology, or other related academic fields.
    · A commitment to excellence in teaching and advising graduate students.
    · A demonstrated record of extramurally funded research (e.g., NIH/AHRQ/CDC/NSF, Foundations).
    · A demonstrated record of leading interdisciplinary teams.
    · An ongoing record of peer-reviewed publications.
    · National or international scholarship recognition.
    · A demonstrated commitment to promoting a diverse academic environment.
    Supplemental Qualifications
    · History of peer-reviewed funding and publication that exemplifies collaborative and multidisciplinary research.
    · Experience managing and analyzing data from population research studies, including clinical trials and observational studies.

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