Position Overview Position Title: Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Salary Range: Faculty appointment level and salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications. According to UC and FSPH standards, the FSPH fully covered 9-month salary will be composed of a component, ranging between $78,200 - $101,400. Other components of pay are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Any off-scale salary components are dependent upon the candidate's experience and final approval by the Chancellor. Application Window Open Date: September 16, 2024 Next Review Date: Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final Date: Friday, Jan 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position Description The UCLA Jonathan and Karin Fielding School of Public Health is undertaking a search for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Epidemiology. This is a state-funded tenure-track position with a 9-month appointment. We seek an outstanding candidate with demonstrated success and dedication to research, teaching, and training the next generation of epidemiologists. Research with an emphasis in epidemiology methodology would be welcomed in the areas such as, but not limited to, risk modeling&prediction, causal inference, and big data analyses. The specialty areas can be in either epidemiology of infectious diseases or non-communicable diseases. Candidates must have a doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, DrPH or equivalent) in Epidemiology, Public Health, Population Health Sciences, or a related field, a strong track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications, experience teaching and training undergraduate and graduate students, and a commitment to epidemiology and public health. The candidate is expected to bring or develop a successful external-funded research program in their specialty area. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in innovative and productive research that will enable them to become a recognized scholar in epidemiology methodology. Since its inception, the UCLA Department of Epidemiology has established itself as a leader in epidemiologic theory and methods, applied epidemiology, and public health. The Department also has strong research and training relationships with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health as well as with national and international institutions. The Fielding School of Public Health is located on the main UCLA campus in direct proximity to the other health sciences and professional schools (Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, and the College of Letters and Science) offering shared resources. The UCLA community as a whole has a strong history of and commitment to interdisciplinary research and collaboration. Candidates should submit a cover letter expressing their interest in the position, a curriculum vitae, research, teaching, diversity statements, as well as the names and contact information for three professional references online to: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09801 Early applications are encouraged. To ensure full consideration, please submit applications by December 1, 2024. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Successful candidates must have a doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, DrPH or equivalent) in Epidemiology, Public Health, Population Health Science or related field. Additional Qualifications: Strong track record of research, teaching and training of undergraduate and graduate students. Demonstrated collegial relationships. Demonstrated commitment to Epidemiology and Public Health. Application Requirements Document Requirements: Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research Statement of Teaching Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate's past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form. Misc / Additional (Optional) Reference Requirements: 3-5 required (contact information only) Job Location Los Angeles, California J-18808-Ljbffr