What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department Chair, Department of Epidemiology >>> position at TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE?
Tulane University : Health Sciences : School of Public Health and Tropical MedicineLocation
New Orleans, LA
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Open Date
Aug 04, 2023
Description
Tulane University seeks an exceptional leader and scholar to serve as the next chair of the Department of Epidemiology in the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine.
Working in close collaboration with the deans and other school leaders, the next chair will foster collaboration within the school and across Tulane University, building on Epidemiology’s historical strengths to inspire a diverse and expansive research enterprise. The chair will recruit and retain exceptional, diverse faculty, prioritize mentorship and professional development, and be a champion for student success.
The Department of Epidemiology plays a leading role in the improvement of public health through epidemiological research, education, and professional service locally, nationally, and globally. The department’s robust research agenda intersects a broad range of public health issues, bridging the basic sciences and clinical care.
Tulane University’s Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine is the nation’s first school of public health, the leading institution of its kind in the Gulf Coast, and the No. 12 school of public health in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. The school is distinguished by a strong focus on cardiovascular disease, health disparities, reproductive health, and disaster response and displacement.
Founded in 1834, Tulane University combines the best of a leading research institution with a strong commitment to high-quality education. Tulane strives to connect its mission and values to the needs of the communities it serves locally and globally. Among the top 2% of universities nationwide in terms of research, Tulane is considered one of the top universities in the South and consistently ranked among the nation’s best.
Tulane seeks in the next chair of Epidemiology an exceptional leader and scholar with a robust record of extramural funding, demonstrable experience or potential for success in academic administration, and a proven commitment to advancing institutional equity, diversity, and inclusion. An earned doctoral degree in epidemiology or a related discipline is required. The chair must have an appropriate record of scholarship, teaching, and service to meet the requirements for an appointment as Full Professor at the university.
Qualifications
For details on qualifications and expectations, interested applicants should review the position profile at : https : / / tulane.box.com / v / SPHTMEPIDChair
Application Instructions
Please review the position profile at : https : / / tulane.box.com / v / SPHTMEPIDChair
Applications, including CV and Cover Letter should be submitted through this posting in Interfolio.
Application Process
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.
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 fosters 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 hr@tulane.edu.
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