The Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, invites applications for a position as an Assistant Professor of Biostatistics [Tenure Track].
Candidates must have a doctorate in statistics or biostatistics and relevant research experience in biostatistics. Necessary qualifications for the position include evidence of research productivity (peer-reviewed publications) and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will have potential and proven ability to develop an internationally recognized research program in Biostatistics, a demonstrated ability to obtain grants for his/her own research or to contribute to the building of successful research projects. Candidates must also demonstrate team spirit in developing their own research.
Faculty members are expected to conduct a strong research program and to supervise graduate trainees. The successful candidate will also be required to teach graduate students in the Master's and PhD programs, both in Biostatistics and in Epidemiology. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
McGill University is one of Canada's leading universities, and the Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health is home to one of the largest concentration of doctoral-level biostatisticians, with internationally recognized research programmes in topics such as causal inference and statistical genetics. The Department is one of the top academic units for biomedical statistics in the world, and offers a vibrant research environment.
Applications should be made through MathJobs.Org (Position ID: BIOSTAT) and must include a statement of research interest, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, three recent research articles, and a brief outline of research experience, along with the names of three referees.
Complete applications received on or before October 1st 2015 will be fully considered. Candidate interviews will begin shortly thereafter. For further details or clarifications, please email chair.epid@mcgill.ca.
McGill University is committed to diversity and equity in employment. It welcomes applications from: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, visible minorities, and others who may contribute to diversification. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.