Visiting Assistant Professor - Biostatistics

University of Southern Mississippi, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Hattiesburg, MISSISSIPPI
Job Type: FullTime

Visiting Assistant Professor - Biostatistics

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor - Biostatistics.


Position Details
Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division Public Health
Position Type Faculty
Employment Status Full Time
Grant Funded No
Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should include:

  • Cover letter summarizing academic preparation and professional experience
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Unofficial transcripts of all graduate level coursework
  • List of three (3) academic and/or professional references (no letters required)

To ensure full consideration, complete application materials should be submitted by December 1, 2024.

Job Summary 
This nine-month, teaching-track visiting assistant professor position requires teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the Epidemiology and Biostatistics program, especially Biostatistics. It also may include teaching Biostatistics coursework to other undergraduate and graduate students in the Health Professions.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Teaches undergraduate and graduate Public Health students in a variety of courses in Biostatistics.  Teaching includes preparation of course materials such as syllabi, course content, homework assignments, and handouts; evaluation and grading of students’ class work, assignments, and papers; maintaining student attendance records, grades, and other required records; and holding regularly scheduled office hours in order to assist students.
  • Participates in program and school service.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


    • Minimum Qualifications
    • Doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) at the time of appointment in Biostatistics or a related discipline.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Specialized knowledge in the field of biostatistics as demonstrated by graduate level coursework or professional experience is required.
    • Knowledge of programming languages such as SAS and SPSS.
    • Strong written and oral communication skills.
    • Ability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.

    Preferred Qualifications  
    • Research, teaching, and/or service activity that demonstrates commitment to diversity and inclusion.
    • Experience teaching in both online and traditional classroom environments.
    • Professional work experience using biostatistics in a public health or healthcare setting.


    About The University of Southern Mississippi
    Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
    Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
    We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit     www.usm.edu . 

    As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.


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