Assistant Professor - Tenure Track, Environmental Epidemiology and Climate Change

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Position Description

The McGill University Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences invite applications for a full time position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) for an exciting tenure-track faculty position focused on Environmental Epidemiology, Climate Change, and Human Health.

The successful candidate will hold a primary appointment in the Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health of the School of Population and Global Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University. This position is motivated by compelling evidence demonstrating harmful effects of climate change on environment and health, and the urgent need for evidence-based strategies for adaptation and resilience in impacted populations and communities. We are seeking candidates whose research addresses the intersection between environmental epidemiology and climate change and their impact on human health.  

McGill University’s Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health has a strong substantive and methodological research program in population health, environmental determinants of health, and impact evaluation. This position will strengthen departmental expertise in climate change and health, providing natural connections to university-wide efforts to address the impacts of climate change that challenge communities in Canada and globally. This position will also complement ongoing efforts to advance research on climate change, environment, and health, which is a priority area for McGill’s School of Population and Global Health, aligned with McGill University’s commitment to catalyzing interdisciplinary approaches to enhance Sustainability.

Job Duties

As an integral component of McGill University’s globally renowned academic ecosystem, the Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health advances world-class research and methodological innovation. Tenure-track faculty members benefit from a supportive and stable academic environment, dedicated sabbatical leave opportunities, and a balanced commitment across high-impact research, innovative teaching, and institutional service. Our faculty thrive alongside an exceptionally talented, diverse, and driven cohort of graduate trainees.

The successful candidate will be expected to build a dynamic, independent program of research focused on climate change and health. The incumbent will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., research, teaching, supervision of graduate students, and involvement in academic and administrative committees). The incumbent will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in these activities. McGill faculty members are also expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community.

In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to develop interdisciplinary grants in a highly collaborative environment in partnership with other disciplines and teach a growing number of students who have expressed a strong interest in engaging in climate change, environment, and health. They will also have the opportunity to play an active role in building the Centre for Climate Change and Human Health at McGill University where they will be expected to contribute to research and educational activities in this area.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

• Hold a PhD or equivalent advanced degree with a research focus on climate change, environmental epidemiology, and health;
• Possess relevant research training and experience in epidemiology and the health impacts of climate change-related exposures;
• Have a demonstrated record of, or high potential for, scholarly excellence in their respective field. Applicants with background and training in other related areas of epidemiology (e.g., environmental health sciences, spatial modeling and mapping, environmental policy evaluation, implementation science, and environmental justice) are also encouraged to apply;
• Have demonstrated expertise in areas relevant to climate change, environmental exposures, and population health, with clear potential to complement and enhance existing research strengths within the Department and affiliated units;
• Be committed to interdisciplinary collaboration across academic disciplines and sectors, particularly in areas bridging health, environment, and climate science;
• Demonstrate excellence in, or potential for, high-quality teaching and mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows;
• Possess a track record or strong commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in academic settings;
• Be an effective proponent of innovative and integrated research;
• Have a track record of effective collaborations;
• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and inclusive pedagogy;
• Fluency in English is essential; a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within a few years of appointment is preferred.

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health
Employee Type: Tenure-Track ('Academic Tenure Stream')
Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Job Status: Full-time

Posting Period: 30 days from date of posting

The following supporting documents are required:

·       Cover letter;

·       Curriculum vitae;

·       Statement of research;

·       Names and contact information of three referees.

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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

Applicants do not need to be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, or to hold a current Canadian work permit, in order to apply for this position.

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based. Where required, McGill will support the successful candidate through the applicable immigration and work-authorization processes.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.