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-------- Original Message -------- Subject: [smep] [All Members] JOB: Quant faculty position at GSU Date: 3 Oct 2017 19:22:50 -0000 From: kmasyn@gsu.edu To: smep@smep.org
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Dear Colleagues,
Please find pasted below the announcement for a new faculty position (tenured or tenure-track, associate or full rank) in quantitative methods at Georgia State University. Information can also be found on our website: http://publichealth.gsu.edu/about/employment/
Best, Katherine E. Masyn, Ph.D. kmasyn@gsu.edu Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics School of Public Health | Georgia State University
Associate/Full Professor – Quantitative and Statistical Sciences (Log# 18-127) Georgia State University Atlanta, GA, 30303
Georgia State University (GSU), Atlanta, GA, is seeking a tenure-track faculty member to join the leadership of a newly-formed interdisciplinary team focused on the development and advancement of the quantitative and statistical sciences applied in social, behavioral, educational, policy, health, biomedical, and communications research. The university-wide initiative in the quantitative and statistical science (Quest) is part of GSU’s Next Generation Faculty Program. This program provides new opportunities for collaboration and innovation both inside and outside of Georgia State University by continuing to strengthen and distinguish GSU’s faculty research and scholarship in strategic areas. The successful candidate will join a unique, contemporary, multi-disciplinary faculty at a leading urban research institution in the heart of one of the largest and most racially/ethnically diverse metropolitan areas in the Southeastern U.S.
In their role as a key faculty leader, this individual will be part of the hub for significant, innovative, and fundable quantitative methodology research at the University and will provide methodological support and services to other GSU researchers by promoting grant development, enhancing the competitiveness of extramural funding proposals, and fostering publications. A primary aim of the Quest Initiative is to elevate the scholarly reputation of Georgia State University by establishing a compelling quantitative methods infrastructure, a coherent research portfolio, and a comprehensive graduate student and junior faculty training activity in quantitative methods. Quest scholars will leverage and expand existing strengths in data science and research computing by providing a complementary and innovative core in quantitative research methodology, including study design, sampling, measurement, and modeling.
Applicants are expected to have an outstanding record of research achievement in the quantitative sciences, including a strong record of collaborative research with extramural funding support. The ideal candidate will have an earned doctorate in one of a variety of disciplines, including (but not limited to) Public Health, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or Public Policy, with specific concentration or clear emphasis in a quantitative domain such as biostatistics, applied statistics, quantitative psychology, quantitative criminology, educational or social research methodology, etc. The School of Public Health is the administrative home for Quest, but because quantitative methodology is intrinsically interdisciplinary, the hire will be appointed into the academic unit that best fits their expertise and interests. Prior work experience in a university setting is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Rank and tenure status at time of hire will be determined based on candidate experience, accomplishments, and years in service. The salary for this position is intended to be highly competitive.
Application Process Electronic submissions are preferred. Interested individuals should submit: (a) A letter of interest that includes a description of their research program, accomplishments, goals, and evidence of teaching effectiveness; (b) a curriculum vitae; (c) up to three representative publications; and (d) names and contact information for three references. Send application materials to the attention of:
Dr. Katherine Masyn, Quest Search Committee Chair Associate/Full Professor - Quest (Log# 18-127) Phone: 404-413-1130 Email: publichealthjobs@gsu.edu
Please include Associate/Full Professor – Quest (Log# 18-127) in the subject line.
Review of applications will begin on 11/03/2017 and will continue until the position is filled.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. Other documentation may be requested of applicants considered for interviews. An offer of employment will be conditional upon a background investigation/verification. Georgia State University, a Research University of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.