Assistant or Associate Professor of Biostatistics

Assistant or Associate Professor of Biostatistics

Sep 12, 2017

Assistant or Associate Professor of Biostatistics
Faculty of Medicine – Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health

The Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Biostatistics.

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 concentrations of doctoral-level biostatisticians, with internationally recognized research programs 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.

Job Duties
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 their own research or to contribute to the building of successful research projects in public and population health, health services research, or clinical research. The candidate is also expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (research, teaching, supervision of graduate students, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

Qualifications and Education Requirements
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.

Job Details
Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting period: Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication of this advertisement.

Application Process
Applications must be submitted online at:
http://www.mcgill.ca/medicine-academic/positionsavailable
The following supporting documents are required:
– a cover letter, curriculum vitae (as 1 pdf document)
– statement of research (if including other documents, combine to make 1 pdf)
– the names and contact information of three referees.

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.