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Applications are invited for an open rank non-tenure-track/adjunct faculty position in the Department of Biostatistics in the UCLA Jonathan and Karin Fielding School of Public Health (http://www.biostat.ucla.edu). We seek an excellent candidate with a strong track record or evidence of outstanding potential for collaborative biostatistical research, obtaining external funding, teaching, and contributing to our commitment to diversity and excellence. We are looking for expertise in the broad areas of statistics/biostatistics and data science, with applications to diverse areas including, but not limited to, ophthalmology, psychiatry, omics, neurosciences, public health and other health sciences. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

The Fielding School of Public Health is located on the main UCLA campus in direct proximity to the other health sciences schools (Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing), several professional schools, and the College of Letters and Science. The UCLA Department of Biostatistics has a strong history of and commitment to interdisciplinary research and collaboration.

Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent in Statistics, Biostatistics or a related quantitative field, show evidence of excellence or outstanding potential in collaborative research, obtaining extramural support, teaching, a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, and a demonstrated commitment to applications in the health sciences. Faculty appointment level and salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three references (names/contacts information only), a statement of research interests including a summary of previous research work and its significance, a teaching statement, and a diversity statement addressing past and or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.