University of New England

Public Health - Epidemiology Position

The University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM) invites applications for a TENURE or NON-TENURE FACULTY POSITION (Assistant/AssociateProfessor) in the Department of Community Programs to begin Summer or Fall 2008. Expertise in population health research and practice is essential.  We seek applicants using population health research methods to study various public health issues. Experienced investigators with current funding support are preferred, however, junior faculty with highly innovative research programs with potential for extramural funding are also encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in seeking an individual who can teach epidemiology in the graduate public health program and health profession program, and the population health course in our osteopathic school.

Candidates must have

• A doctorate in epidemiology or related field (PhD, DrPH or ScD) or advanced education that includes epidemiology (DO/MD with MPH and solid evidence of epidemiology  teaching and research skills)
• Familiarity with Evidence Based Practice and its application to medicine and public health
• Experience teaching graduate level students
• Interest and experience with evaluation and community research methods

Skills should include the ability to teach graduate level health care students in a traditional classroom setting, teach web-based courses that reach graduate public health students in rural areas of the Northeast and advise graduate students, residents in our family practice residency program, and faculty within UNECOM and the College of Health Professions on their research

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an independent research program in his/her area of expertise that attracts extramural funding and participate in interdisciplinary research collaborations.    All applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a one to two page statement outlining their research interests and experience, a description of teaching experience, and names of three references.   Review of applications will commence on April 15, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.

The College of Osteopathic Medicine is located on the coast of southern Maine within easy driving distance of Portland and Boston. This coastal community and the surrounding area offer an outstanding quality of life with an affordable cost of living.  The University of New England offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits program, which includes well-funded health, dental, life and  disability insurance, a progressive retirement program, liberal leave time, free fitness facility, modest travel money, and tuition benefits for employees and families.

Anticipated starting date is Summer or Fall  2008.  Inquiries and questions may be directed to Denise Bisaillon,  dbisaillon@une.edu.

Electronic applications are preferred.  All application materials should be sent to:

Human Resources Generalist
University of New England
11 Hills Beach Rd.
Biddeford, ME  04005-9599
Phone: 207.602.2394
Fax: 207.602.5902
Careers@une.edu

UNE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages minority candidates.