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Assistant Professor - Population Health & Big Data
The Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at
the University of Mississippi Medical Center
The Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at
the University of Mississippi Medical Center is recruiting a
position at the Assistant Professor level with a focus in
population health and big data. We invite applications from
candidates with strengths in epidemiology, big data (e.g. EMR
data), health econometrics, machine learning, data science,
and biostatistics. The successful candidate will be expected
to develop an independent program of research as well as
actively collaborate and provide statistical expertise to
faculty and residents within the Department. The successful
candidate will have the opportunity to participate in teaching
activities.
The applicant should have experience analyzing population
health data using statistical software such as SAS, Stata,
TreeAge or R.
Minimum Qualifications:
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PhD in data science area, epidemiology, population health,
or related discipline
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Recognition or promise of outstanding contributions as a
scholar
Preferred Qualifications:
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Must have advanced skills in computer programming and data
management with software such as SAS, Stata, R, Hadoop, and
TreeAge
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Experience working with complex datasets (e.g. NHANES)
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Plan and conduct independent research; write and publish
peer-reviewed manuscripts
UMMC is located in the heart of Jackson, the capital of
Mississippi. This modern city, containing many historic
buildings and sites, is home to a diverse dining, shopping and
entertainment scene. The community includes recreational
lakes, trails and other outdoor activities. Home to 500,000
residents, metropolitan Jackson boasts affordable living with
a warm, welcoming southern culture.
The University of Mississippi Medical Center provides equal
opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or
education activity to all qualified persons. The Medical
Center complies with all applicable laws regarding equal
opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
based upon race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Inquiries
or complaints may be referred to the Office of the Director,
Employee Relations, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS
39216-4505.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should email their CV with a note of
interest to ent@umc.edu
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