At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:
Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Expected Starting Salary: Exempt
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor - Research or Associate Professor - Research non-tenure
DEPARTMENT: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
SUPERVISOR'S TITLE: Varies
COLLABORATIVE RELATIONSHIPS: Varies
TITLES SUPERVISED: N/A
TOTAL NUMBER OF FTE's DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY SUPERVISED: 0
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To conduct research both independently and collaboratively. To participate in teaching; training; scholarly activities and/or service/administration.
Responsible for initiating; soliciting; and coordinating well-designed research projects that have potential for external funding.
May participate in activities to plan; direct; implement; coordinate and improve services and technical operations within the research activities of the organization.
To collaborate with Scientific Directors and colleagues to maximize the function of the organization's scientists and clinician-scientists.
To provide; communicate and implement strategic; operational and programmatic plans and policies to achieve the mission; vision and values of Cincinnati Children's.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
•Research, Teaching and/or Training:
Conduct research both independently and collaboratively that is often dependent upon or associated with other ongoing research projects or is service related.
Ensure that all research functions operate at the highest level of quality, while maintaining fiscal soundness.
Participate in collaborative research projects through interactions with researchers as well as individuals from other divisions/departments.
Participate in mentoring graduate students, post-doctoral and research fellows, residents, and students to be involved in functions related to the research mission.
Contributes to research and teaching including serving as a teacher, role model and mentor internally; participate in the development and direction of research and/or educational program at the division, department, or system level.
Complete evaluations for students, residents, and peers.
Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Enhance professional knowledge by attending seminars and professional meetings. Implement knowledge into research.
•Service and/or Administration:
Lead the integration of existing programs and development & growth of a major initiative of the assigned department and/or program.
Lead program development for service and/or administration as evidenced by contributions including leadership role in the development of innovative programs for research and/or patient care of educational purposes; significant leadership role in the direction of an academic division; leadership role in the medical center or university; leadership role in regional & national professional societies, program committees and governing boards.
Lead the development of departmental policies, procedures & standards.
Serve as a role model of effective interpersonal & intrapersonal relationships & encourage team concepts.
Develop & guide the implementation of long- & short-term goals & objectives & ensure that they are aligned to the Division & medical center strategic objectives.
Serve in a leadership role in the Institute or medical center. Participate as a member of the leadership team in developing consensus in the various programs, approaches, issues & new initiatives within the Department.
•Scholarly Activity:
Demonstrates on-going commitment to and participates in scholarly activities at an advanced level as evidenced by publication of original research investigation, educational research, clinical observations, reviews, chapters, or books; leadership role in research trials, and/or research investigations; membership on editorial boards or editorship of textbooks or journals.
Applies advanced training in research methods to design and conduct clinical research on various areas of clinical specialty.
Develop research programs in area of clinical specialty.
Demonstrate effectiveness in securing grant funding of research initiatives and programs mentors and assist other faculty in grantsmanship.
Develop and growth of new externally funded research initiatives. Develop a program that receives extramural support in the form of major grants from the National Institutes of Health or other sources.
Qualifications - External
Required Assistant Professor Qualifications:
PhD degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a related discipline
Experience in health research and team science
A record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications
Experience in grant writing
Assistant Professor appointment or eligibility required
Preferred:
Candidates with demonstrated ability to conduct research in priority areas of growth including clinical trial design and analysis, causal inference, predictive modeling, high-dimensional data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. Candidates must have a strong focus on motivating their research in health, healthcare, and health equity in collaboration with faculty at Cincinnati Children's.
Required Associate Professor Qualifications:
PhD degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a related discipline
Experience in health research and team science
A record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications
The ability to successfully compete for grant funding
Five years of related experience in a research field
Associate Professor appointment or eligibility required
Preferred:
Candidates with demonstrated ability to conduct research in priority areas of growth including clinical trial design and analysis, causal inference, predictive modeling, high-dimensional data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. Candidates must have a strong focus on motivating their research in health, healthcare, and health equity in collaboration with faculty at Cincinnati Children's.
Unique Skills:
•Interpersonal Communication Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
•Diversity Capable of relating to diverse age and demographic backgrounds.
•Analytical Ability Analytical ability required to evaluate data, and make judgments with regard to medical/surgical, and clinical research material.
•Organization/Prioritization Possess organization and prioritization abilities.
•Methodology Knowledge of research methodology, practice specialty, growth and development, family centered care, pathophysiology and/or pharmacology.
•Professionalism Organizational ability to work effectively within a highly matrixed and complex medical center. Possesses expert knowledge and experience of medical specialty.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQIA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for some positions
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
Location T
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Biostatistics & Epidemiology
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.
