University of Arizona
Assistant Research Professor, Digital Epidemiology and Public Health (Career-Track)
PayCompetitive
LocationTucson/Arizona
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: req16106
- Conduct research in digital epidemiology, including digital disease detection, crowdsourcing, participatory surveillance, digital contact tracing, and public health intelligence.
- Work on data governance, developing and implementing data stewardship and data governance frameworks.
- Employ machine learning and AI modeling techniques, including but not limited to Random Forest, XGBoost, and time-series forecasting models.
- Conduct spatial modelling and GIS, including geospatial analysis.
- Lead omni-channel surveys for disease surveillance, including web-based systems, text message surveys, and Interactive Voice Response.
- Engage in the development of digital biomarkers using wearable sensor data.
- Contribute to the digital transformation in health, integrating the 4P (Predictive, Preventive, Personalized, Participatory) and 6Ds (Digitized, Deceptive, Disruptive, Dematerialize, Demonetize, Democratize) frameworks into research and teaching.
- Manage software and hardware projects, and oversee data integration.
- Publish peer-reviewed papers digital epidemiology and public health.
- Prepare and develop courses/curriculum for the next generation of digital public health practitioners.
- Teach and mentor students in digital epidemiology and public health.
- Make public appearances at important forums in the area of digital health and disseminate research findings.
- Excellent public speaking skills with a track record of public appearances at important forums in the area of digital public health and participatory surveillance.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Ability to secure research funding and manage research projects.
- PhD in Public Health and/or Epidemiology and/or related field required.
- Extensive experience in the social entrepreneurship, startups, and the public sector, with specific experience in government sector and international/bi-lateral organizations.
- Demonstrated experience working in a variety of settings, especially in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).
- A proven track record of peer-reviewed papers in digital epidemiology and public health, with an emphasis on participatory surveillance.
- Strong knowledge and experience in product development, software and hardware project management, and data integration.
- Proficient in machine learning and AI modeling techniques, particularly classification models and time-series forecasting models.
- Experience with spatial modelling and GIS, including geospatial analysis.
- Track record in fostering communities of practice in digital epidemiology and public health.
Assistant Research Professor, Digital Epidemiology and Public Health (Career-Track) Posting Number req16106 Department Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department Website Link visit our website Medical Sub-Speciality Location UAHS - Tucson Address Drachman Hall, 1295 N Martin, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA Position Highlights We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Track Assistant Professor with a special focus on Digital Epidemiology and Public Health. The successful candidate will be tasked with conducting cutting-edge research, developing innovative solutions, leading projects in the rapidly evolving field of digital public health including participatory surveillance, and serving as an expert in the field both internally within the University and with external partners. The role requires a highly motivated individual who can blend academic rigor with practical, hands-on experience in both the social entrepreneurship space and the public sector. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Information Career-Track (CT) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $100,000 annually Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 7/1/2023 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Iman Hakim, Dean | ihakim@arizona.edu Open Date 5/23/2023 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. About the company
95194 The University of Arizona is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.