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FACULTY POSITION
Probationary (Tenure-Track)
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Assistant Professor -
Statistics for the Health Sciences
The
Faculty of Health Sciences
(FHS) at Western University is seeking an emerging academic
with an established program of research in an area relevant to
Health or Rehabilitation Sciences, and a demonstrated ability
to develop and teach courses in introductory and advanced
statistical analysis and interpretation. This appointment
will be Probationary (tenure-track) at the rank of Assistant
Professor. The successful candidate will be appointed in
one of the six Schools
within the Faculty (Communication Sciences and Disorders,
Health Studies, Kinesiology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy,
and Physical Therapy), depending on the applicant's area of
research application and discipline. The anticipated start
date is July 1, 2023, or as negotiated. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Faculty is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit. FHS
delivers undergraduate programs in three Schools, and graduate
programs in six disciplines, while offering a unique learning
experience that enables students to develop a comprehensive
understanding of health-related issues affecting people in all
corners of the world. A spirit of collaboration has become
part of the fabric of the Faculty and helps bring together
world-class researchers and teachers across its six schools.
The Faculty also has large interdisciplinary graduate programs
including the Health & Rehabilitation Sciences program, and
the
Advanced Health Care Practice (AHCP) program,
which is the first of its kind in Canada. FHS has
four signature research areas,
and four Research Centres:
Centre for Research on Health Equity and Social Inclusion,
Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging,
International Centre for Olympic Studies,
and the
National Centre for Audiology.
The Faculty has more than 3,200 undergraduate students and
more than 800 graduate students (including 200 PhD students).
In addition to carrying out an independent program of
research, principal duties will include teaching courses in
introductory and advanced statistical analyses and
interpretation, which is fundamental to the curriculum of the
undergraduate and graduate programs across the Faculty of
Health Sciences.
These
courses will be developed in consultation with relevant
Schools and/or Faculty curriculum committees and will build a
foundation of theoretical and practical statistical skills in
analyses and interpretation of data collected in basic science
and clinical settings.
Candidates will also be expected to fulfill service
responsibilities within the School to which they are
appointed, as well as the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the
University as a whole.
Candidates must hold a PhD in statistics, or related field.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence and
varied experiences in teaching statistics and demonstrated
enthusiasm for quality and innovative educational practices,
including traditional and flexible learning environments and
active learning activities. Preference will be given to
candidates whose research and scholarship are aligned with the
Faculty/School research strengths. The successful candidate
will have a demonstrated capacity to contribute substantively
to an inclusive and diverse academic community.
Western University delivers an academic experience second
to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty,
staff, and students to commit to the highest global standards.
Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery
with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with
a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence, and lead in
the international community. Since 1878, The Western
Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long
opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth to
better serve our communities. With
a full-time
enrolment
of 32,000,
Western
University
is a
leading
research-intensive
university
with
a full
range
of academic
and professional
programs.
The University is in
London, Canada,
a safe, vibrant, and welcoming community of more than 350,000
people serving as a regional medical and industrial hub for
Southwestern Ontario.
With annual research funding exceeding $220 million, and an
international reputation for success, Western University ranks
as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our
research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery
with real-world application. Western also provides an
exceptional employment experience, offering competitive
salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of
Canada's most beautiful campuses. Educational and research
programs are supported through excellent relationships with
health care and community agencies in the city and region.
Support for research development is available through the
Schools, the Faculty, and University. The University also
offers programs to enhance teaching excellence through the
Centre for Teaching and Learning.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a complete
application package, as a single PDF file, containing
the following:
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Application for
Full-Time Faculty Position Form
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Cover letter that outlines their interest and qualifications
for the role, and a statement on Equity, Diversity, and
Inclusion in relation to their teaching and research
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Curriculum vitae
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Brief statement of teaching experience, research
accomplishments, and future research plans
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Names and contact information of three academic referees
The application package can be
submitted via email to:
Dr. Andrew Johnson, Search
Committee Chair
Arthur and Sonia Labatt Health Sciences
Building
Faculty of Health Sciences
Western University
London, Ontario N6A 3K7
c/o
wechebot@uwo.ca
The deadline for receipt of
applications is January 4, 2023.
Please quote HS-247 on all
correspondence.
Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to
campus are required to comply with Western's
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
Positions are subject
to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and
oral communications skills in English. The University invites
applications from all qualified individuals. Western is
committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace
and welcomes application from women, members of racialized
groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons
of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity
or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority
will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents..
Accommodations are
available for applicants with disabilities throughout the
recruitment process. If you require accommodations for
interviews or other meetings, please contact Wanda Chebott,
wechebot@uwo.ca
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