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Able to take office and classroom tasks, ability to sit for extended hours, visual acuity to read data on reports and computer screens, ability to type on keyboard for extended periods.Additional Job Details
The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, University of Maryland, College Park (http://www.sph.umd.edu/EPIB) invites applications for an Assistant Clinical Professor in biostatistics. The position primarily involves teaching courses along with departmental related duties/service. The Department’s mission is to improve health and reduce health disparities in local communities, the state of Maryland, and the nation. The Department offers an MPH degree in biostatistics, a PhD degree in biostatistics and bioinformatics (jointly offered with the Department of Mathematics), an MPH degree in epidemiology, and a PhD degree in epidemiology. The School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health and is located on the flagship campus of the University of Maryland. The School’s vision is “to be a leader in the discovery, application and dissemination of public health knowledge in the State of Maryland, the nation and the world.” The successful candidate will contribute to fulfilling this vision.
QUALIFICATIONS. Qualified candidates should possess a doctoral degree in biostatistics or a closely related public health field. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate level biostatistics courses and mentor students.
RESPONSIBILITIES. Successful candidates for the position are expected to teach biostatistics courses to undergraduate and graduate students at fundamental and intermediate levels, mentor students, and engage in university and professional service. Effective interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills are essential.
SALARY and APPOINTMENT DATE. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track position with benefits; salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Funding is guaranteed for 9 months annually, with the potential to extend salary support with teaching summer courses. The initial contract length is 1 year with possible future renewable multi-year contracts. Appointments may begin January 2027 or a mutually agreed-upon date.
APPLICATION.
For best consideration, candidates should submit materials by October 2, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should include the following: 1) cover letter clearly indicating how the candidate meets the qualifications listed above, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) teaching statements, and 4) contact information for three references (to be contacted only with the candidate’s approval).
The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to state their experiences in these areas. Contact: Dr. Charles Ma, Search Committee Chair ([email protected]) for questions about the position, and Ms. Bernadette Gormally([email protected]) for questions about application submission.
A wide range of collaborative opportunities exist at the University with nearby federal, state and local government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other academic institutions. Collaborative efforts have been made to bring together statisticians from both College Park and Baltimore campuses of the University of Maryland. Statisticians in our Department participate in the new Applied Statistics concentration of the Applied Mathematics, Statistics and Scientific Computation (AMSC) Program. Our faculty members also interact with faculty in the Joint Program in Survey Methodology (JPSM), the Maryland Population Research Center (MPRC), the Global Environmental and Occupational Health (GEOH), the Biostatistics and Risk Assessment Center (BRAC), the Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (CBCB), University of Maryland School of Medicine at Baltimore, as well as with researchers in other applied fields. The position represents a unique opportunity to join a growing department and contribute to an exciting research agenda and graduate student training program. The University of Maryland is a Research Intensive University. College Park is the flagship campus of the University of Maryland System with over 2,500 faculty and 30,000 undergraduate and 11,000 graduate students. The University is located 8
miles from Washington D.C. For further information on the University of Maryland, please visit the University Web Site: http://www.umd.edu.
Required Application Materials:
1 - Cover letter clearly indicating how the candidate meets the qualifications listed above
2 - curriculum vitae
3 - teaching statements
4 - contact information for three references (to be contacted only with the candidate’s approval)
Best Consideration Date: 10/02/2026
Posting Close Date: NA
Open Until Filled: Yes
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Employment EligibilityThe successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
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Skills Required
- Doctoral degree in biostatistics or a closely related public health field
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate biostatistics courses
- Ability to mentor students
- Effective interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
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