Applied Biostatistics - Assistant Professor
University of Alberta
Location:
Alberta
Date posted:
2010-03-11
University of Alberta
Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
Assistant Professor in Applied Biostatistics
The Faculty is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor in Applied Biostatistics. The incumbent will have PhD in applied statistics, machine learning, or in a statistically oriented discipline (such as computational biology, bioinformatics). Responsibilities of the position include leading an independent research program in the area of clinical phenotyping using data-rich techniques. Teaching and training and supervision of graduate students are also part of the responsibilities. The applicant is expected to have a proven record of research and publication achievement and will be competitive for national and international awards and research grants.
The University of Alberta in Edmonton is one of the top 100 teaching and research universities in the world serving some 36,000 students with more than 11,000 faculty and staff. Founded a century ago, the University has an annual budget in excess of $1 billion and attracts more than $400 million in external research funding. The University offers close to 400 undergraduate and graduate programs in 18 faculties. Edmonton, with a growing population of over one million, is the cosmopolitan capital of Alberta. With an abundance of services, beautiful river valley, community activities and attractive living accommodations, this energetic city has something for everyone!
Level and title will be commensurate with education and experience of selected candidate. This will be a contingent tenure track appointment.
The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Competition No.: A104410784
Closing Date: Will remain open until filled.
Applicants are asked to submit a letter of application, his/her curriculum vitae, a detailed statement of research interests, a sample of published work (if available), and the names and addresses of three references. Academic salary will be based on the applicant's qualifications, experience, and achievements. A letter of application together with a CV should be submitted online and addressed to:
Marek Michalak, PhD, FRSC
Professor of Biochemistry
School of Molecular and Systems Medicine
Vice-Dean, Research
Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
For more information and how to apply, please visit http://www.careers.ualberta.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
