Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Population Health Research Institute
McMaster University
Two Faculty Positions in Biostatistics
The Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (CE&B) at McMaster University is seeking two outstanding candidates for faculty positions in biostatistics at the Associate or Full Professor rank. The academic rank, appointment category, and salary will be commensurate with the experience and expertise of the selected candidates. These positions will be part of a vibrant and highly successful research group at PHRI which has over 38 researchers and 260 research staff including 20 statisticians and 8 biometric programmers. The PHRI conducts high impact, large, multi-centre clinical trials and observational trials, many of which have changed medical practice. The PHRI is the highest ranked research institute in Canada and was ranked no. 7 in the world in 2012. The PHRI publishes about 300 papers each year with a high proportion in leading clinical journals. The PHRI is seeking two mid-to-advanced-career biostatisticians for a senior research position and a deputy director leadership position within the group.
Qualifications include a PhD or equivalent in biostatistics, an established record of research in statistics related to high impact clinical trials, knowledge of regulatory needs, a significant track record of publications in high impact peer-reviewed journals and participation as PI or Co-I on peer‑reviewed or industry funded research, experience in developing statistical methods for clinical trials, epidemiology and health research, and proficiency with statistical applications in observational studies, clinical trials and/or health services research. An excellent record of collegiality and collaboration and the ability to work and communicate with clinicians are essential for these positions. Experience in the application and teaching of biostatistics in health research and statistical consultation with clinician researchers are important attributes.
Statistical research at PHRI and in the Department is typically motivated by problems encountered in clinical studies. Given the large and varied data sets currently existing at PHRI, the selected candidates will have numerous opportunities to conduct methodologic research. However the ideal candidates would combine applied statistics, supervision of study designs, and statistical analyses with the opportunities to conduct methodologic research on related issues. All prospective candidates are encouraged to review the information available at the PHRI website (www.phri.ca) and to review key articles published by PHRI researchers in the last few years.
The successful applicants will contribute to relevant educational programs at McMaster such as the Health Research Methodology Graduate Program, Master of Public Health Program, and the Bachelor of Health Sciences Program. They will lead the development of graduate courses in genetic statistics and consult on research programs through the Population Health Research Institute and CE&B.
McMaster University is "research intensive" and regularly rated as the most innovative university in Canada. Located mid-way between the Niagara Peninsula and Metropolitan Toronto, it offers an unparalleled social, cultural and recreational living environment, and a challenging academic career in one of Canada's première health universities. The Department is world renowned for the pioneering nature and high quality of its research and education programs. CE&B provides an exciting academic environment, operating on a collegial model with interdisciplinary research teams and a mentorship program for junior faculty. For more information about CE&B, visit http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/ceb and for information about the Faculty, go to http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca.
Applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and academic goals, and the names of three referees to:
Dr. Holger Schünemann, Department Chair
Dr. Salim Yusuf, PHRI Director
Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics,
Faculty of Health Sciences,
1280 Main Street West,
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8S 4K1
Tel. 905‑525‑9140 ext. 24931
e‑mail: chairceb@mcmaster.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.