Faculty.Professor.Assistant - Full-Time

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Full-time Assistant Professor faculty positions within the appointment stream are available within the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh for statistical and biostatistical scientists with a wide range of expertise and experience. Successful candidates will have experience in engaging in statistical collaborations with clinical/scientific investigators who direct research programs in multiple domains of psychiatry, and conducting their own funded, independent research (applied and/or methodological developments in statistics with applications in Psychiatry and related disciplines). Primary selection criteria are a history of statistical scholarship, evidence of successful collaborative research, and the ability to play a leadership role in contributing to an interactive and dynamic research community. Successful candidates will join a vibrant and highly collaborative research community with a storied history of excellence in basic, translational, and clinical research, and will be provided with resources to help support the development of their careers. Our Department welcomes applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We aim to create a respectful and supportive environment for all who work here.

Requirements

• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field, such as Psychometrics, Quantitative Genetics, or Quantitative Psychology
• Demonstrated interest in biomedical, biobehavioral, and/or psychiatric research (e.g., as shown through peer review publications and collaborations).
• Success in authoring and co-authoring original research and review articles in refereed journals. The quality of the journals themselves and the position of authorship will be considered.
• Success in securing funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) or other sources.
• Demonstrated excellence in methodological and collaborative research
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills, with ability to collaborate across multiple ongoing projects
• Flexibility and ability to work in a rapidly changing/growing educational institution

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinical and research investigators on study design, analysis, and interpretation of psychiatric research.
• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded program in applied and/or methodological statistical research.
• Publish collaborative and methodological research in peer reviewed journals and present findings at scientific meetings.
• Contribute to teaching, mentoring, and service activities consistent with rank and departmental needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees