Assistant Professor in Medicine, Health, and Society
Unit: Medicine, Health and Society
Position Type: Faculty
Location: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
URL: http://apply.interfolio.com/154402
Open Date: Sep 12, 2024
Close Date: Nov 15, 2024
Description
The Department of Medicine, Health, and Society (MHS) at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Medicine, Health, and Society to begin Fall 2025. This position will be associated with the interdisciplinary Center for Research on Inequality and Health, but the tenure home for this position will be in the Department of Medicine, Health, and Society.
We are particularly interested in candidates whose research focuses on LGBTQ health using intersectional and quantitative methods with a preference for candidates focused on transgender or gender diverse populations and/or racial or ethnic minoritized LGBTQ populations. The ideal candidate will have a research program capable of generating external funding and/or a demonstrated track record of such funding. Vanderbilt University, MHS, and the Vanderbilt Center for Research on Inequality and Health are home to a strong network of interdisciplinary health researchers. There are additional collaboration opportunities through the nationally recognized Vanderbilt LGBTQ Policy Lab, a unique interdisciplinary unit focused on LGBTQ health and policies.
Vanderbilt expects excellence in research and teaching. Ph.D. is required by August 1, 2025.
To apply, please submit: 1) a current cv; and 2) a letter describing your research and teaching interests, professional experience, and interest in/fit with an interdisciplinary unit such as MHS; 3) a sample of scholarly writing; 4) all available course evaluations, and 5) three letters of reference. These materials should be addressed to Professor Jonathan Metzl, Chair, MHS.
To apply, please submit via Interfolio at this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/154402.
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2024.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.
Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
