Research Assistant Professor

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Position Summary

The candidate must have expertise in occupational epidemiology and surveillance and knowledge of industrial hygiene is preferred. We are particularly interested in candidates with research interests in the following areas: medical surveillance of occupationally exposed workers, data linkage, and interventions to improve workplace safety and health. The successful applicant will be expected to lead collaborative, extramurally funded research relating to the mission of the MinER Center.

Duties & Responsibilities

· Design and lead studies. Submit research grant applications.

· Perform surveys, interviews, observations, or other methods according to established research protocols.

· Prepare data for analysis and execute details of studies. Perform analysis and document results.

· Data cleaning/extraction and data analysis and writing manuscripts and reports related to research.

· Conduct ongoing literature reviews and analyze existing and emerging research in related fields.

· Analyze studies involving large population-based datasets, longitudinal cohorts, surveillance systems, data linkage, and multi-center projects.

· Provide statistical expertise in cross sectional and longitudinal study designs, time series analysis, designing surveillance systems, data linkage, and multivariable regression modeling.

· Write peer-reviewed manuscripts and present research findings to stakeholders.

· Coordinate and communicate with community partners regarding MinER Center studies.

· Partner, coordinate, and facilitate discussions with regulatory and enforcement agencies.

· Present to stakeholders and lead seminars on various aspects of the MinER Center.

· Manage IRB applications.

· Prepare reports to HRSA, community partners, and stakeholders.

· Manage staff and budgets for research projects.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Occupational Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is required. Past evidence of, or potential for, excellence in research is required, as is a commitment to addressing occupational health and safety issues.

For consideration, please apply on-line, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2525?c=uic, by May 19, 2023

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees, please visit https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Masking is encouraged.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60612: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person