Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Health

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Job Description DESCRIPTION The Department of Public Health, now part of the, brand new, College for Community Health, seeks an exceptional candidate with specialized expertise in biostatistics or a closely related field. The primary focus of this role is to make significant contributions to our academic and research missions, both at the Department and the College level. The key responsibilities of this position include: Research Excellence: Engage in cutting-edge research initiatives that align with the department and college objectives, emphasizing statistical analysis in the context of public health and related disciplines; Teaching and Mentoring: Develop and deliver high-quality biostatistics course content, to both undergraduate and graduate students, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment, provide mentorship and guidance to graduate students, demonstrating a dedication to their success; Engaging in grant-funded research: Collaborate as a co-investigator or principal investigator on grant-funded research projects, actively contributing to the design and development of methodological and analytical components of grant proposals; and Interdisciplinary Collaboration: with researchers from various disciplines at the university and others, both nationally and internationally, to promote interdisciplinary research initiatives within the College. QUALIFICATIONS Terminal degree (PhD) in Public Health or a closely related field, with a strong emphasis on Statistical Analysis; Proven record of conducting innovative research in biostatistics, epidemiology, or related fields Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis methods applicable to Public Health research Teaching experience with a passion for creating engaging and inclusive learning environments Strong communication and collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams COLLEGE FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH (CCHL) AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH The College for Community Health (CCHL) at Montclair State University is dedicated to addressing pressing health inequities in New Jersey, the region and beyond. It is dedicated to furthering the Montclair State University mission by educating and preparing students to meet the needs of the health workforce; engaging with communities and the public to improve health services, systems, and outcomes, and developing meaningful inquiry and scholarship in and for health. In synergy with existing groups and organizations, leveraging the university's strengths, and expanding academic offerings to meet critical workforce needs, CCHL is leading the way to healthier people and communities, establishing itself as a key transformational leader in the New Jersey region, and beyond. The Department of Public Health offers academic programs at both the graduate and undergraduate levels in Community Health Education and Health Systems Administration and Policy. Our mission is to advance health equity and social justice, through our commitment to an upstream focus and cultural responsiveness in the development of public health professionals, in our community engagement, and in our scholarship. Faculty research areas include, but are not limited to, health economics, health systems and healthcare utilization, discrimination as a social determinant of health, the interaction of neighborhood and school environments on health behaviors, sexuality education and sexual health, water security, infant feeding practices, maternal and child health including sociopolitical determinants of infant feeding practices, structural determinants of health and health seeking behaviors, cancer epidemiology. THE UNIVERSITY Montclair State University is a nationally recognized R2 research doctoral institution that empowers students, faculty, and researchers to rise above their own expectations. Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, the University today has 13 colleges and schools that serve more than 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 300 doctoral, master's and baccalaureate programs. Situated on a beautiful, 252-acre suburban campus just 12 miles from New York City, Montclair State welcomes a diverse population of students, many of whom are first generation, and delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university in a supportive and sophisticated academic environment. The Department of Public Health and the College for Community Health are committed to student and faculty diversity and value the educational benefits that derive from such diversity. In keeping with the college's vision and mission, we are seeking candidates who demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in and with socially, culturally, and economically diverse communities; have a commitment to education for social justice, democratic practice, and critical thinking; and are interested in addressing issues of diversity, justice, and health equity in their research and teaching. SALARY RANGE: Salary dependent upon qualifications. STARTING DATE: September 1, 2024 REQUIRED MATERIALS Cover letter and curriculum vitae, which should be uploaded during the application process via Workday APPLY BY: Review begins immediately upon receipt of CV and Cover letter with priority consideration to applications received by December 1, 2023. Three letters of reference, and transcripts, will be required from candidates immediately after first-round interviews. Department Public Health Position Type Faculty Contact Information: For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2), or email . EEO/AA Statement Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the website at Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: