COMPLETE UNIV - Open Rank - Research Associate Professor - Department of Public Health Sciences - Charleston

Job Description Summary

The Hollings Cancer Center and the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for Research Assistant or Research Associate Professor of Biostatistics. This posting is for a faculty biostatistician affiliated with the Biostatistics Shared Resource within the Hollings Cancer Center, South Carolina’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. A PhD or DrPH in statistics, biostatistics, or related field at the time of appointment is required.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001035 COM PHS Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

$0 - $0 - $0

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Hollings Cancer Center and the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for Research Assistant or Research Associate Professor of Biostatistics. This posting is for a faculty biostatistician affiliated with the Biostatistics Shared Resource within the Hollings Cancer Center, South Carolina’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. A PhD or DrPH in statistics, biostatistics, or related field at the time of appointment is required.
This position will involve collaborative interactions with Hollings Cancer Center faculty with an emphasis on joint grant proposals, design and conduct of early phase clinical trials, development of statistical methodology to advance cancer research, and the design of laboratory, clinical and epidemiologic studies. Applicants with prior experience working in an NCI designated or comprehensive cancer center are encouraged to apply.
Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina is the state’s largest medical complex, has the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, and is the largest employer in the metropolitan Charleston area. MUSC ranks in the top quartile of domestic educational institutions in funding for research and is home to a Clinical and Translational Science Award. MUSC is located in Charleston, SC, a vibrant and diverse community renowned for its music, arts and culinary scene, with ample opportunities for coastal outdoor activities.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter describing qualifications – especially current and past collaborative experiences – and curriculum vitae to HCC BSR Search Committee c/o Elizabeth Hill (hille@musc.edu). Applicants must also apply on the MUSC Job Site at: .
MUSC is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and encourages applications from individuals in groups that are underrepresented in the biomedical sciences. The posting will remain open until filled.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

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