The McGill University Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health and the McGill University Department of Pediatrics in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences invite applications for a full time position as an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) with a joint appointment in both departments. We are particularly interested in candidates focused on Computational/Data Science who are committed to a career focused on child health and interested in developing methods and platforms for integrating clinical, genomic, and/or longitudinal datasets and elevating methodological capacity across both departments to enable large-scale collaborative grants.Job Duties The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to research, teaching and service to the scholarly community.

- Contributions to Research include:
- Establish and lead an independent, internationally competitive research program that addresses important questions in child health and disease;

- Develop and maintain an externally funded research program;

- Generate high-quality peer-reviewed research publications and other scholarly outputs;

- Develop collaborative research projects with investigators in Pediatrics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics & Occupational Health, and other relevant departments and research centres;

- Supervise and mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and other research trainees;

- Contribute to the development of successful multidisciplinary research programs.

Teaching and Mentorship The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in undergraduate, graduate (Master’s and PhD programs) and/or postgraduate programs appropriate to their expertise. They will participate in the research supervision of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. A commitment to excellence in teaching, mentorship, and trainee development is expected.

Initially, formal teaching will largely be in the Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health, but over time, teaching in the Department of Pediatrics may also be required.

Academic and Professional Contributions The incumbent will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.E., research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, if applicable, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).



McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

- hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in biostatistics, statistics, or related field;

- have completed relevant post-doctoral training;

- have relevant research experience in, or a demonstrated commitment to, the development and application of methods focused on child health;

- possess a demonstrated record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications appropriate to career stage;

- demonstrate thepotential to establish an independent and internationally recognized research program;

- demonstrate potential and/or proven ability to obtain external research funding;

- be committed toexcellence in teaching and mentorship;

- demonstrate theability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment;

- demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and inclusive pedagogy;

- relevant teaching experience will be considered an asset;

- Fluency in English is essential;

- a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within a few years of appointment is preferred.

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health & Department of Pediatrics

Employee Type: Tenure-Track ('Academic Tenure Stream')

Rank: Assistant Professor

Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience

Job Status: Full-time

Posting Period: 30 days from date of posting

Application Materials

- Cover letter and curriculum vitae
- Statement of research interests and goals
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Names and contact information of three referees

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women,



Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged.

Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry. McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.G., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path.

This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply;

however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future.

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