Assistant Professor - Association of Volunteers - Maureen & Philip Green Chair in Health Equity

Date Posted: 09/17/2024
Closing Date: 01/15/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 38895
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Dalla Lana School of Public Health
Department: Institute of Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) and Public Health Sciences (PHS) in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health (DLSPH) at the University of Toronto invite applications for a full-time tenure-stream faculty position in the area of Health Equity at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. This is a joint appointment between IHPME (51%) and PHS (49%). The successful candidate may be named to the Association of Volunteers – Maureen & Philip Green Chair in Health Equity (joint between the University of Toronto and Women’s College Hospital) for a five-year, renewable term following a favorable review.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members. Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or doctoral equivalent (e.g., MD & MSc, MD & MPH) in a field related to health equity by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. Areas of health equity may be focused on specific communities (Indigenous or Black communities, for example) including but not limited to: epidemiology, sociology, psychology, health services research, health equity, Indigenous studies, Black studies, etc. Candidates must also have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.

Applicants must demonstrate expert knowledge in health equity and will have expertise in the application of qualitative or quantitative methods, generation of health/health care data, or evaluation of evidence-based interventions that result in impact through change of practice, policy, or outcomes to reduce health inequities. Experience and demonstrated interest in the development of novel tools and methods for health equity data collection, analysis, and knowledge translation are also a requirement. If applicable, the successful candidate will also have demonstrated conversance with Indigenous research frameworks and Indigenous knowledges and ways of knowing.

The position is open with respect to substantive focus in various areas of health equity including but not limited to: mental health care, maternal/child health, health system equity, health system performance measurement, public health policy, health service access, etc.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees.

The successful candidate must have a strong record of community-driven research excellence and ethical engagement and collaboration with communities, organizations, and institutions. This can be demonstrated by impactful community collaboration deliverables.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the potential for developing a competitive and externally funded research program, and to develop an innovative, independent and inclusive program of scholarship that emphasizes equity, community building and partnerships both within and outside of the University.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments, and the teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or other evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. Other teaching-related activities can include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters.

The applicant should have capacity to work with other health equity scholars (Indigenous or Black scholars, for example) and the ability to mentor trainees. An important facet of the position is to build research capacity in health equity especially through collaboration, training and mentorship.

The successful applicant will contribute to the graduate educational programs, as well as other research and professional programs in IHPME and PHS. The successful applicant will be expected to teach introductory and upper-level courses, including courses related to health equity and qualitative/mixed-methods. Examples could include Indigenous Health and Health Systems, Black Health and Health Systems, and Quantitative/Qualitative Methods in Indigenous Health Research. The candidate may also have the opportunity to be involved with undergraduate teaching.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) is one of the largest units of its kind in Canada. It is internationally competitive in the fields of health policy and governance, organizational management and leadership, performance management, comparative health systems, health services research, clinical epidemiology and health care research, knowledge transfer, health economics, quality improvement, and patient safety. It offers rigorous research and professional graduate degree programs, as well as continuing education. Multidisciplinary and collaborative, the Institute’s more than 500 faculty members represent a wide range of disciplines including health policy, economics, law, clinical epidemiology, innovation, e-health and technology, sociology, and political science.

This Institute—unique in Canada—brings together leading researchers from across the world and from a wide variety of disciplines to develop and to translate innovative ideas into evidence-informed practices that improve the planning, delivery and outcomes of health care.

Application Process:

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking on the link below. Applications must submit a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample; and a teaching dossier including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities as listed above.

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date.

Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have questions about this position, please contact Samah Khan at IHPME at ihpme.director@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including recent letters of reference, must be received by January 15, 2025.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.

Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.