Tenure-track/Tenured Associate or Full Professor of Biostatistics
Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
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LocationTwin Cities
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Job Code9402
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Tenured/Tenure-track Associate or Full Professor of
Biostatistics
The Division of Biostatistics, School of Public Health at the
University of Minnesota is announcing an opening for a
tenured/tenure-track associate or full professor to serve as the
Associate Director of the Coordinating Centers for Biometric
Research (CCBR). Applicants must have a PhD in biostatistics,
statistics, or a related discipline, and a record of scholarship,
teaching, and service commensurate with appointment as an associate
or full professor in the Division of Biostatistics. Appointment
with tenure is dependent upon the candidate's clear and
demonstrable evidence of sustained success in scholarly activities
including: strong publication record, track-record of obtaining
external funding, and successful experience teaching graduate-level
courses on statistical methods and applications. The successful
candidate will partner with the Director of the CCBR to determine
strategic priorities for the CCBR and is expected to take a
leadership role in coordinating large, multi-center clinical trials
and observational studies. It is expected that the candidate have a
track-record of high-impact collaborative research, ideally
including experience with multi-center clinical research, and a
history of external funding from NIH or other sources. The
successful candidate will also participate in the Division's
teaching program through classroom instruction and advising
graduate students, and serve on division and school level
committees.
We are strongly committed to recruiting, mentoring, and retaining
faculty with a diversity of experiences and support the advancement
of the School of Public Health's recently adopted Strategic Plan
for Antiracism
(https://www.sph.umn.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/strategy-planning/).
We recognize that scholars from historically disadvantaged groups
may not have had the same access to opportunities and may have
faced substantial barriers on their academic journey, and hence we
are committed to carrying out a holistic evaluation of all
applicants for the position.
The CCBR (http://ccbr.biostat.umn.edu/), within the Division of
Biostatistics, currently employs over 45 staff, focusing on the
design and implementation of multi-center clinical trials and
observational studies. The CCBR has been a global leader in the
design and conduct of clinical trials for the last half century;
prominent studies coordinated by the CCBR include the Multiple Risk
Factor Intervention Trial (MRFIT), Lung Health Studies I, II, and
III, and PREVAIL I. Faculty at the CCBR have also provided
leadership for several clinical trials networks, such as the
International Network for Strategic Initiatives in Global HIV
Trials (INSIGHT) and the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Clinical Research Network (COPD-CRN). Currently, the CCBR is
actively engaged in the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic,
most prominently through serving as the global coordinating center
of the Accelerating COVID-19 Therapeutic Interventions and
Vaccines-3 (ACTIV-3/TICO) initiative, as well as several other
multi-center, randomized controlled trials to evaluate potential
treatments for COVID-19. Other research networks currently led by
CCBR faculty address topics in women's health (PLUS) and global
health inequities (Bloodsafe).
The Division of Biostatistics (www.sph.umn.edu/biostatistics)
currently includes 35 faculty members and over 50 staff. Faculty
regularly publish in the top methodological journals across all
major research areas, including causal inference, clinical trials,
statistical genetics and bioinformatics including genomics and
proteomics, analysis of spatial and longitudinal data, biomedical
imaging, survival analysis, meta-analysis and data synthesis, and
mobile health. Division faculty are also active in a wide range of
collaborative research projects including high-profile studies of
cancer, cardiovascular disease, COVID-19, dentistry and
periodontology, psychiatry/psychology, transplantation, chronic and
neurodegenerative diseases, and tobacco control. Division of
Biostatistics faculty have biostatistical leadership roles in major
collaborative initiatives, including the Biostatistical Design and
Analysis Center (BDAC;
https://ctsi.umn.edu/services/statistical-support/biostatistical-support)
of the Clinical & Translational Science Institute, the
Biostatistics Core of the Masonic Cancer Center
(https://ccgg.umn.edu/for-researchers/shared-resources/biostatistics),
and the Analytics Core of the Masonic Institute for the Developing
Brain (https://midb.umn.edu/research/analytics-core).
The Division offers MS and PhD degrees in Biostatistics and a MPH
in Public Health Data Science, with a current enrollment of 111
graduate students (52 Doctoral, 59 Masters). Students come to our
programs from top undergraduate and graduate institutions across
the U.S. and around the world, attracted by the quality of our
faculty, a reasonable student-faculty ratio, our dedication to
student success, and the modest cost of living in the Twin Cities.
Division students regularly win prestigious student paper awards at
top national and international conferences; approximately half
pursue careers in academia, and half choose paths in private
industry and government.
The Division of Biostatistics is located on the main University of
Minnesota campus, which straddles the Mississippi River and is
centrally located in Minneapolis. Campus is served by plentiful
public transportation, including a light rail line stop across the
street from Division offices. On-campus parking is also readily
available on a contract or daily fee basis. The Twin Cities of
Minneapolis and St. Paul offer all the usual amenities of a major
metropolitan area; one notable highlight is the urban parks system,
which has frequently been ranked #1 in the nation. Livable
neighborhoods are diverse and widespread, and housing prices remain
moderate compared to other similarly sized metro areas.The salary
range for these positions will be very competitive, and the
University of Minnesota offers excellent fringe benefits.
Benefits
Working at the UniversityAt the University of Minnesota, you'll
find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are
interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance,
allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your
life outside of work.The University also offers a comprehensive
benefits package that includes:
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this
position, please click the Apply button and follow the
instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online
application for the position. Applicants should submit a cover
letter, current curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three
references. In their cover letter (maximum of 3 single spaced
pages), applicants should address their qualifications for the
position, and are also encouraged to comment on how they can
contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment in the Division
of Biostatistics. Other questions regarding this position can be
directed to biostats@umn.edu. Please reference Job ID: 351301.
Applications received on or before November 28, 2022, will be given
first consideration for an interview; however, we will continue to
accept applications until the position is filled.Additional
documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My
Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover
Letters and Attachments" section.The University of Minnesota is an
equal opportunity educator and employer.This position will remain
open until filled.To request an accommodation during the
application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612)
624-UOHR (8647).
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.The University of Minnesota provides
equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and
employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national
origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance
status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are
required to comply with the University's Administrative Policy:
COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof
of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or
complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or
religious reasons. To learn more please visit:
https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of
Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research
universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and
research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant,
diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in
Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with
world-renowned health centers, international corporations,
government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service
organizations.
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