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Assistant / Associate Professor-Systems Science or Implementation Science

Location :

1440 Canal Street-Tidewater Building

Open Date : Oct 8, 2024

Description :

The Department of Social, Behavioral, and Population Sciences at the Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine invites applications at the rank of tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor or tenured Associate Professor.

We are interested in recruiting faculty with expertise in systems science or implementation science to improve the health of underserved and marginalized populations. Specifically, candidates who use implementation science frameworks and / or systems science thinking and modeling approaches to health equity research  are especially encouraged to apply. This expertise will complement our department’s existing strengths in maternal and child health, violence, nutrition, social policy, structural racism, and social determinants of health.

The faculty member in this position will contribute to online teaching, will primarily advise and mentor students, and lead and / or develop courses for our Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program and secondarily, the MPH program.

The position start date would be Spring or Summer 2025 or can be negotiated. The successful applicant will demonstrate a positive trajectory toward extramural research funding (early career) and / or have an active program of research supported by extramural funding. Additionally, the successful applicant will contribute to the equity-oriented educational mission of the department by leveraging innovative methods to lead advanced graduate-level doctoral and / or masters-level courses and mentor and advise graduate students. Additionally, service to the university, profession, and community are expected.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

Qualifications :

PhD in social, behavioral, or population sciences, or related field is required.

Evidence of expertise in implementation science or systems science, with demonstrated ability to apply these methods to health equity or population health  challenges is preferred.

Application Instructions :

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA / EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s  Strategy for Tomorrow .

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity by phone at 504-865-4748 or email  [email protected] .