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Environmental Epidemiology Faculty Position
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, University of Utah
Huntsman Cancer Institute
Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and the Spencer Fox Eccles
School of Medicine (SFESOM) at the University of Utah’s
Departments of Population Health Sciences (PHS) and Family &
Preventive Medicine (DFPM) are seeking a tenure-track faculty
member at the rank of Associate or Full Professor to grow our
emphasis in environmental epidemiology across the cancer
control continuum. The ideal candidate will: 1) conduct
research that advances the field of environmental
epidemiology; 2) mentor trainees (e.g., graduate students,
postdoctoral fellows) and junior faculty in the area of
environmental epidemiology; 3) provide cancer-focused
campus-wide leadership to develop collaborative,
interdisciplinary research activities in the area of
environmental health; and 4) catalyze partnerships between
HCI, the SFESOM, and research Centers at the University of
Utah focused on environmental sustainability and climate
change. The ideal candidate will have a track record of
environmental and cancer-relevant research and may have
particular expertise in a wide range of disciplines such as
geography, statistics, epidemiology, public health, and/or
health equity. The academic home will depend upon the
candidate’s background but would be either DFPM (Division of
Public Health) or PHS (Division of Cancer Population
Sciences). This position includes an Endowed Chair and
generous start-up package.
Desired Qualifications and
Experience
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Senior researcher
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Able to advance the science of environmental influences on
health, particularly (but not exclusively) on cancer.
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Evidence of a successful research program including a history
of funded R01 grants or equivalent.
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Expertise in both prospective and retrospective environmental
epidemiologic studies
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Must have experience working with large health and demographic
datasets and have a clear understanding of data systems and
data linkage.
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Strongly prefer candidates with experience and expertise in
spatial analysis methods.
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Prefer candidates with experience using big data techniques,
exposome measurement, life course approaches, and/or the
application of omics-based methods.
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Dedicated educator and mentor for pre- and post-doctoral
trainees as well as junior faculty
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Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to communicate
effectively
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Must have a track record of building successful
interdisciplinary teams and obtaining the committed support of
a wide range of stakeholders for initiatives.
Application Process
1.
Curriculum Vitae – Summarize the key features of your training
and any related professional experience, including
publications, funding, presentations, and awards.
2.
Cover Letter – please include a cover letter with a
description of professional experience, including scientific
accomplishments, leadership responsibilities, and any other
relevant information.
3.
Research Accomplishments and Future Plans (3 pages) –
Describe your most significant prior contributions to science
and your plans for an independent research program. The
research statement should describe short- and long-term goals
and provide detailed plans for accomplishing some of
those goals, including suitable external funding mechanisms.
4.
Letters of Recommendation (3 required) – Provide the names,
institutional affiliations, and email addresses of three
individuals who are familiar with your work and can evaluate
your potential for success as an independent researcher.
Individuals must have a
Ph.D. and/or M.D., or equivalent degrees of any rank.
Applicants should demonstrate excellence in research with a
strong record of securing and sustaining independent
extramural funding.
Top applicants will be
invited for a zoom and in-person interview to discuss their
research vision and plans, as well as potential future efforts
for strengthening academic culture and research community at
the University of Utah.
Applications will be
reviewed on an ongoing basis and the start date is flexible.
Questions about the position can be directed to the search
committee Co-Chairs, Dr. Jennifer Doherty in PHS (jen.doherty@hci.utah.edu),
and Dr. James VanDerslice in DFPM (jim.vanderslice@utah.edu)
Apply online at
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/178002.
Work Environment
The university is in Salt Lake City, which has been named one
of the top 10 mid-sized American cities and is often ranked as
one of the happiest places to live. Salt Lake City and the
surrounding areas offer diverse neighborhoods, great schools,
restaurants, arts and entertainment, and endless possibilities
for sports and recreation. Salt Lake City is surrounded by the
Wasatch Mountains, which offers ample opportunity for outdoor
adventure, including nine ski resorts within an hour of
campus. Utah is known for its stunning natural wonders,
including five National Parks, and world-class recreation for
outdoor enthusiasts.
Learn more about living in Utah.
About the University of
Utah
The
University of Utah is the state’s oldest and largest
institution of higher education and offers an exceptional
research and teaching environment. The University of Utah
encompasses both the flagship university and the health
sciences campus for the state, competes in the Big 12
conference, and is the largest research-intensive institution
in the Mountain West.
About Huntsman Cancer
Institute
HCI is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a
member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN),
supporting and fostering a vibrant cancer research enterprise
in a highly collaborative environment. HCI has an outstanding
history of academic achievement and impact and a commitment to
excellence in patient care, research, teaching, and service.
In addition, the University of Utah and HCI are home to superb
shared resources, such as the Utah Population Database (more
info below) as well as the
Utah Cancer Registry, which is a long-standing and
preeminent Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER)
site. HCI has extensive depth in population sciences research,
coupled with a strong tradition of
community-based research, and collaborations with
clinicians to conduct transformational research for
individuals and populations. As part of our scientific mission
of excellence, we seek to positively impact the populations we
serve; specifically those in Utah, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming,
and Idaho. Email:
hci.recruitment@hci.utah.edu.
Utah Population Database
The
Utah Population Database (UPDB), with over 600 million
records representing >11 million individuals, has gained
distinction nationally as an unparalleled database for
clinical and population studies, gene discovery for cancer and
other diseases, epidemiologic investigation, and outcomes
research. The UPDB encompasses a rich and comprehensive
population-based, medical/epidemiological/
genealogical/geospatial database that supports more than 250
currently-approved research projects, and is overseen by a
large team of computer science, data management, and analytic
professionals. With >70 million geocoded addresses,
researchers can link address histories to multiple
environmental and social determinants of health datasets.
The Departments of
Population Health Sciences and Family and Preventive Medicine are two of 26 departments
in the School of Medicine in the Health Sciences Campus. The
University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused
center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership,
and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are
committed to fostering and furthering the culture of
compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability,
acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to
our mission. The Health Sciences Campus is home to 23
Institutes and Centers including The Utah Clinical and
Translational Science Institute (CTSI; our NCATS funded CTSA),
the Huntsman Cancer Institute, the Huntsman Mental Health
Institute, the Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research
Institute, the Center for Medical Innovation, and the Utah
Center on Aging.
About the Department of
Population Health Sciences
The
Department of Population Health Sciences is a hub for
education, investigation and methodological expertise in
population health. Through a diverse faculty in three
Divisions, including Cancer Population Sciences,
Biostatistics, and Health System Innovation & Research, we
provide expertise and infrastructure to advance capacity for
impact-driven research and support clinical professionals in
providing better patient and population-oriented care in an
increasingly complex health care delivery system. Through our
research, education (our Population Health Sciences PhD
Program), and community engagement activities, we promote
patient-centered health care and the delivery of
evidence-based health innovations that improve population
health and reduce health disparities within our community.
Through high impact research, we strive to contribute to a
world where all individuals—regardless of socioeconomic
status, race, ethnicity, gender identity or sexuality—have the
opportunity to enjoy the highest attainable standard of
health. The department is highly interdisciplinary,
collaborative, and innovative, and we seek faculty who will
thrive in this environment.
About the Department of
Family and Preventive Medicine
The
Department of Family and Preventive Medicine
was founded in 1970 making it one of the oldest and most
established family medicine departments in the country. The
Department of Family and Preventive Medicine optimizes quality
of life through scholarship that advances health and
well-being in home, workplaces, and communities. The
Department is comprised of the Division of Family and
Community Medicine and the Division of Public Health. The
Division of Public Health offers four graduate degrees,
including MPH, MSPH, Master of Statistics in Biostatistics,
and a PhD in Public Health, serving over 80 graduate students.
We offer Global Health and Community Health focus areas,
including educational programs in Ghana, Peru and India. The
Department has a very active research program with ~$16
million in annual research expenditures. DFPM is currently
ranked #3 in NIH funding among departments of family medicine
in the 2023 Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research report.
We are fully committed to reducing health disparities across
the US and internationally through our outreach, community
partnerships, educational programs and impactful research. We
value collaboration, meaningful engagement with learners and
communities and impactful
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