Job Description:

Tenure Track Open Rank Faculty Position- Toxicology



Location:

New Orleans, LA

Open Date:

Sep 3, 2024

Description:

The Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine is seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual for a tenure-track position as an Environmental Toxicologist. The successful candidate will specialize in investigating the mechanisms by which environmental factors influence human health and disease. The candidate would be expected to have or develop an active research program that leverages state-of-the-art approaches to understand molecular/cellular responses to emerging contaminants and life- style risk factors, contributing to our understanding of their impact on human health and to inform policy to reduce health risks.

We welcome research that complements our departmental focus on exposure science, immunology, occupational health, health security, environmental epidemiology and climate change. 

Responsibilities

*  Develop and maintain an active externally funded research program focused on elucidating the impact of environmental contaminants on human health and disease.*  Conduct cutting-edge research on mechanisms in response to emerging environmental contaminants.*  Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to contribute to ongoing research initiatives in risk assessment, carcinogenesis, and epidemiologic research across the life span.*  Teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students in environmental toxicology, environmental health and related fields.*  Provide service to the department, school, and university through committee work, participation in events, etc.


Qualifications:

*    A doctoral degree in a related field of study.
*    Strong research experience in investigating mechanisms in molecular toxicology, chemical carcinogenesis, human health risk assessment, environmental health, or a related field.
*    A strong record of productivity and innovation as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and/or successful acquisition of extramural funding.
*    Experience in teaching and mentoring at the graduate level in the discipline of environmental toxicology, environmental health sciences or a closely related field.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; a teaching statement; a statement of research and teaching/mentoring accomplishments and interests; and three names of references via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/132910.

Please include your experience related to diversity, equity and inclusion in your research, teaching and mentorship.  

Please direct questions to Tiong Aw, PhD, Search Committee Chair, at taw@tulane.edu. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane's 
Strategy for Tomorrow
.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity by phone at 504-865-4748 or email hr@tulane.edu.

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