Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Cancer Biostatistics; Director Cancer Biostatistics
Huntsman Cancer Institute
Application
Details
Posted: 18-Jan-23
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Biometrics/biostatistics
Preferred Education:
Doctorate
Internal Number: PRN03159F
The Division of Epidemiology in the Department of Internal Medicine, and Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) at the University of Utah, invite applications for a research-track faculty position at any level, together with Directorship/Co-Directorship of the Cancer Biostatistics Shared Resource at Huntsman Cancer Institute. We are seeking candidates who will collaborate with other cancer researchers. We are particularly interested in candidates who possess the research skills and experience required to successfully assume leadership roles in directing and growing the shared resource, multi-disciplinary research teams within the institution and in national/international research networks. The candidate should have substantive interest and quantitative experience in cancer research as well as one or more of the following areas: omics, microbiome, social/behavioral sciences, or outcomes research. A significant emphasis of this faculty position will be collaborations with cancer researchers in laboratory, clinical, and population sciences. We seek a candidate who shares our commitment to health equity, and who will work to ensure diversity and inclusion in their research team. Applicants from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Applicants should have completed a doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, DPhil, or equivalent) prior to starting the position, and have demonstrated excellence in methodological and collaborative cancer-related research.
The University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to hiring individuals whose merit and experience promote a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist workforce and culture. Learn more about the University of Utah and HCI’s commitments at diversity.utah.edu/ and huntsmancancer.org/edi.
Candidates should submit (1) curriculum vitae; (2) cover letter containing a description of professional experience (including scientific accomplishments, leadership roles and three references); (3) 3-page research plan; (4) 1-page teaching statement, as applicable; (5) exemplar articles (published or unpublished) that highlight expertise in biostatistics; and (6) 1-page statement of commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) that addresses (a) how you have demonstrated commitment to EDI in academic or other settings and (b) how you see yourself contributing to the advancement of EDI within our department. Applications will be accepted and evaluated continuously until the position is filled or closed; start date is flexible. Cover letter may be addressed to: Aik Choon Tan, PhD and Ben Haaland, PhD, Huntsman Cancer Institute, 2000 Circle of Hope Dr., Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112-5550. Questions about the position can be directed to AC Tan (aikchoon.tan@hci.utah.edu) and Ben Haaland (benjamin.haaland@hci.utah.edu).
Huntsman Cancer Institute is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, which means it meets the highest standards for cancer care and research and receives support for its scientific endeavors. HCI is also a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), a not-for-profit alliance of the world’s leading cancer centers. The University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute is home to exceptional genetic epidemiologic resources, including the Utah Population Database, with >9 million records, including extensive Utah genealogy records linked to the Utah SEER Cancer Registry, as well as health records from the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics, links to statewide cancer and other statewide health record database resources. The University’s excellent genomics resources and biospecimen repository, as well as a strong research informatics core, enable outstanding research in genetic and molecular epidemiology. The Cancer Biostatistics Shared Resource provides state-of-the-art biostatistics and research design support to clinical, translational, laboratory, and population sciences investigators at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Cancer Biostatis...tics provides expertise for cancer researchers, from formulation of research objectives to study design, along with analysis, development of novel methods, interpretation, and dissemination of results.
The University of Utah is the state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, and offers an exceptional research and teaching environment. The university is located in Salt Lake City, which has been named one of the top 10 mid-sized American cities. The city is a thriving hub for innovation and the arts. Salt Lake City is surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains, which offers ample opportunity for outdoor adventure, including nine ski resorts within an hour of campus. As a university, we are committed to supporting our faculty, staff and students to lead balanced lives, while achieving success in their professions. We aim to create a space that is safe and welcoming for all, and where all faculty, staff, and trainees are meaningfully engaged and have equal opportunity to succeed. Salt Lake City is a diverse and vibrant city with access to world class outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. Salt Lake City is 22% Latino and has the 7th highest proportion of LGBTQ residents among U.S. cities. The University of Utah is strongly committed to the training and mentoring of scientists that are underrepresented in science and medicine.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
