Faculty, Open Rank, Open Tenure
Position Information
School/College: The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Heersink School of Medicine - Department of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (DBIDS)
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Title: School of Medicine - Open Rank - Open Tenure - Department of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science
Assignment Category: Full-Time
Rank: Open Rank
Tenure Status: Open Tenure
Payroll Status: Faculty 12
Job Description: The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (DBIDS) is seeking outstanding candidates for faculty positions in the field of biomedical informatics. Rank and tenure status will be determined based on qualifications and interests.
Candidates must have an MD or other doctoral degree in a related field and relevant postdoctoral experience. Preference will be given to candidates with significant records of research accomplishment, scholarship and recognition in the fields of biomedical informatics, genomics and bioinformatics, clinical research informatics, health informatics, data science and big data analysis, data modeling, electronic health records and clinical information system, clinical decision support systems, disease genetics/genomics, artificial intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), interoperability, human-computer interaction/cognitive informatics, medical imaging/signal data analysis/translational science, and natural language processing. The successful candidate will establish and maintain an independent funded research program that achieves national recognition for its contributions to the field. Advancement will also consider contributions to the educational and/or service missions of the Department.
Opportunities exist for collaboration with UAB's Center for Genomic Medicine, Personalized Medicine Institute, as well as academic and clinical departments across the University and UAB's health system, comprising a rich and diverse "living laboratory" for informatics research and development. Opportunities for clinical practice, where appropriate, are available and encouraged.
In alignment with UAB School of Medicine's mission to reflect the diversity of our community and meet the needs of our diverse population, candidates are required as part of the application process to provide a statement that is up to one page single-spaced describing their contributions to promote diversity and inclusion.
Required Qualifications: Candidates must possess a Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or relevant doctoral degree in biomedical informatics, computer science or related fields; a track record of developing and maintaining a successful independent research program; demonstrated success in collaborating with clinical and/or basic scientists; a track record of published works in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals as first and/or senior author and presentations at national/international research forums; interest and ability to teach methods courses; and demonstrated competences for mentoring (e.g. graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, residents, clinical and or research staff). Physicians who will be involved in patient care must be board certified/board eligible in the pertinent discipline.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an internationally renowned research university and academic health center. UAB prides itself as being the premier medical facility in the state and region. The centerpiece of the UAB Health System is UAB Hospital, one of the largest and most advanced in the nation. It was established in 1945, as the teaching hospital for what is now the UAB School of Medicine - a multi-campus medical school with the main campus in Birmingham and three regional campuses: Huntsville, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa (University of Alabama), as well as a residency program in Selma, Alabama. The School of Medicine has nearly 900 students, 1,200 residents and fellows, and more than 1,100 faculty in 23 academic departments. UAB ranks 25th in federal research funding and first in the state of Alabama. UAB received over $446 million in external grants and contracts in fiscal 2012.
Evaluation of applications will occur as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: F2338P
Open Date: 02/20/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: In alignment with the UAB School of Medicine's mission to reflect the diversity of our community and to meet the educational and clinical needs of our diverse population, contributions that promote diversity and inclusion are given recognition in the evaluation of the candidate's qualifications.
Please write a statement that is up to one page single-spaced describing your past, present, and future efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in education, research, and/or service. If you do not have past experience, please describe your awareness and related background about the importance of diversity.
Examples of your efforts may include, but are not limited to, developing strategies for the educational or professional advancement of students in underrepresented groups; efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in education; and activities such as recruitment, retention, and mentoring or advising underrepresented students or new faculty.
Diversity refers to the variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstances. Differences include race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, geographic region, and more.
EEO Statement: UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement: The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check: A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
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