Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service, is seeking applicants for the Chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the College for Public Health and Social Justice (CPHSJ).

At Saint Louis University,we're committed to diversity, equity and inclusion as values rooted in Ignatian spirituality.Because of this commitment,weaspire to build communities that are unburdened bydiscriminationandoppressionwhile advancing the Ignatian concepts of educating the wholeperson. Saint Louis University is home to an academic medical center run by a multi-state health system and a top ranked health law program with which the CPHSJ has shared research interests.

Saint Louis University's CPHSJ, accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health, is committed to social justice, excellence in education, community engagement, and research that leads to improved population health. The CPHSJ is nationally recognized for applied and community-based research. We are a mission-driven academic community where teaching, research, and service foster the growth of a more just and equitable society at home and around the world. Students who enroll in the College share the mission of community service, health equity, and social justice. Dean Leslie McClure joins the College in November 2023. We are enthusiastic about her leadership and the opportunity for the College to grow in new directions. This is an exciting time to join the leadership team.

We are seeking a Department Chair of Epidemiology & Biostatistics with a national or international scholarly reputation in epidemiology or biostatistics, as well as excellence in teaching, service, and community engagement. This Chair will provide leadership and vision for the department, with a primary responsibility to empower and support faculty to achieve performance goals aligned with CPHSJ's goals and objectives while fostering an environment where faculty, staff, and students feel valued. The Chair will support Program Directors in their administration of degree programs, determine faculty workload, mentor faculty towards promotion and tenure, and support accreditation efforts.

Applicants must hold an earned doctorate with preference given to those who have a background in epidemiology, biostatistics or a related field. Applicants currently should be either a full professor or senior level associate professor; senior associates should be in at least their third year of appointment. Ideal applicants will demonstrate a history of achievement in research, evidenced by an extensive record of external funding and research mentoring, as well as a record of excellence in teaching, academic administration, service, community engagement and commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion.

Salary is competitive with top-ranked institutions and is dependent on qualifications, experience, and current research funding.

All applications must be made online at . Applications must include a curriculum vitae; cover letter; detailed statement on how applicants have addressed diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and/or service; and 3-5 professional references with contact information.

All other correspondence should be addressed to Dr. Lauren Arnold (lauren.arnold@slu.edu), Search Committee Chair. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Saint Louis University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages nominations of and application from women and minorities.

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.