What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tenure Track Professor (Open Rank) Director, Implementation Science Center - Cancer Prevention and Control position at West Virginia University?
Description
Tenure Track Professor (open rank)
Director, Implementation Science Center
West Virginia University Cancer Institute
The West Virginia University School of Medicine, West Virginia University Cancer Institute, and the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) are seeking applications for an experienced tenure track faculty member to develop and lead an Implementation Science Center as part of the Community Engagement and Outreach Core of the WVCTSI. We are seeking applicants who will focus on implementation science principles and healthcare delivery within a growing portfolio of cancer prevention and control research. We seek a colleague who will build a program of independent research and implementation science in a multidisciplinary collaborative environment. This opportunity offers the potential for creation of highly impactful research and programs in the areas of cancer prevention and rural health.
The successful candidate would ideally have demonstrated success in research collaboration on grant-funded projects. Candidates with experience working in a collaborative, biomedical research setting, and record of extramural grant support are highly preferred. Research training is preferred in one or more of the following areas : implementation and dissemination science, practice-based research, community-engaged research, and / or care quality improvement methodology and practice.
The faculty member's academic appointment will reside in the newly established Department of Cancer Prevention and Control and rank will be based on experience and extramural funding. This position will report to Stephenie Kennedy-Rea, EdD, Chair of the Department of Cancer Prevention and Control.
Qualifications
Applicant must have :
- A relevant doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, MD, DrPH)
- Track record of independent, peer-reviewed publications and extramural grant funding in the area of implementation science
- Advanced expertise in research design and methodology
- Experience with program development and / or administration in real-world community and / or health operations settings
- Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Evidence of mentoring experience
Responsibilities include :
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Electronic submission of application and supporting materials, including a cover letter, CV, research statement, and contact information for 3 references can be made at : https : / / wvu.taleo.net / careersection / faculty / jobdetail.ftl?job=25551
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
