Assistant/Associate Professor of Biostatistics and

Social and Behavioral Health (tenure-track) at the

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Department of Biostatistics

The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine is recruiting for a tenure-track academic position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level in the Department of Biostatistics with a joint appointment at the Department of Social and Behavioral Health. The appointee's responsibilities will include collaborative research, independent research, teaching biostatistics, and service to departmental, school and university committees.

Qualifications: Applicants must (1) possess a doctoral degree in Biostatistics/Statistics or a related field, (2) have a strong research background, (3) be familiar with all stages of survey methodology and related statistical methods, e.g., multilevel modeling (mixed or hierarchical linear modeling), models for longitudinal designs, missing data methods, latent variable modeling, sampling weights, propensity scores, statistical methods for experimental, quasi-experimental and non-experimental research designs, including observational studies, and (4) have the ability to work cooperatively and collegially with students and faculty with various levels of exposure to statistical methods. Experience with and interest in the design, analysis and reporting of social and behavioral science research focused on health care and public health research are essential. Candidates with an interest in cancer prevention and control research are particularly encouraged to apply. Experience with teaching biostatistics to non-specialist audiences is highly desirable. It is expected that applicants have a proficiency in using statistical software packages and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Function: The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of researchers specializing in various aspects of social and behavioral health and cancer prevention and control research. The position involves collaborating with others in writing grant proposals, acting as a co-investigator on research grants, and writing articles for peer-reviewed publications. The candidate also will be expected to develop a program of original research.

The Department of Biostatistics (http://www.biostatistics.vcu.edu ) at VCU is a major research and teaching department in the School of Medicine, with 15 full-time faculty members. There is active collaboration with many faculty members in other departments and centers of the School of Medicine and Virginia Commonwealth University. The Department of Social and Behavioral Health (http://www.behavioralhealth.vcu.edu/), established in 2006, is a vital and growing department offering many opportunities for innovation and collaboration. Current research includes projects on racial disparities in cancer diagnosis and cancer health literacy; cancer communication and health literacy measurement development; interventions to improve patient-clinician communication at the end of life; interventions embedding health-related communication in televised entertainment programs; anti-smoking social marketing interventions; and interventions to increase awareness and participation in organ and tissue donation. The Massey Cancer Center (http://www.massey.vcu.edu/) at VCU is one of the nation’s NCI-designated cancer centers and offers outstanding opportunities for research.

Candidates should send a cover letter referencing Position #F2507 with their CV and the names of three references to Kellie Archer, PhD, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Biostatistics, Virginia Commonwealth University, Theater Row, Room 3006, 730 East Broad Street, P.O. Box 980032, Richmond, VA 23298-0032. Alternatively, candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by e-mail to yfhargro@vcu.edu with Position #F2507 in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and the position will remain open until filled. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For Additional Information:

Web: http://www.biostatistics.vcu.edu

http://www.behavioralhealth.vcu.edu/