Duke University School of Medicine, Department of Population Health Sciences
Department of Population Health
Sciences
Criminal Legal Systems and Health Equity
The Department of Population Health
Sciences (DPHS) at Duke University School of Medicine invites applications and
nominations for regular-rank faculty positions
at the Assistant or
Associate Professor level with expertise in criminal legal
systems and health. DPHS consists
of 53 primary faculty
members, 57 scholars with secondary appointments, and 97 professional staff who
conduct and support research and M.S. and Ph.D. programs preparing the next
generation of professionals to explore multi-level factors impacting the health
of populations. DPHS includes various research teams and resources, including the
Center for Health Measurement (CHM), Duke PopHealth DataShare that provides
access to numerous state and federal electronic health datasets and
biostatistics support, Implementation Science Research Collaborative, Research
to Eliminate Global Cancer Disparities (REGAL), Qualitative Core (QualCore),
and Bellwether Collaborative for Health Justice. The Department has close
collaborations with the Duke and Durham Veterans Affairs (VA) health systems,
Duke clinical departments, and research centers across Duke and the Durham VA
(e.g., Duke Aging Center, Duke Cancer Institute, Duke Clinical Research
Institute, Duke Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Duke Global
Health Institute, Margolis Center for Health Policy, VA Health Services
Research & Development Center of Innovation, among others). The goal of DPHS is to reduce health
disparities, implement effective health innovations, measure true health needs
and their relative value to patients, and link communities and healthcare
systems. The faculty includes experts in bioethics, biostatistics, clinical
decision sciences, epidemiology, health behavior, health economics, health
informatics, health measurement, health policy, health psychology, health
services research, health sociology, implementation science, public health, and
qualitative research.
We
aspire to create a community built
on collaboration, innovation, creativity,
equity, and inclusivity of others
without biases or prejudice
of any kind. Our collective success depends on a robust
exchange of ideas –
an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this
exchange, we are committed to diversity in the staff and faculty we hire, the
policies we create, and the decisions we make. For more information about the
Department of Population Health Sciences, please visit our website: https://populationhealth.duke.edu.
About the
Bellwether Collaborative for Health Justice:
As part of the
Duke University Department of Population Health Sciences, it is the mission of
the Bellwether Collaborative for Health Justice to shine a light on how mass
incarceration is a structural determinant of health and an integral facet of
structural racism. We are an interdisciplinary research team, led by Dr. Lauren
Brinkley-Rubinstein. Our work draws on the expertise of justice-involved
persons and community experts to inform innovative research that aims to
eliminate health disparities, understand and address the structural
determinants of health of people impacted by the carceral system, and
contribute to policy change in the areas of criminal legal system reform.
We invite applications from candidates in public health, health policy, community psychology, medical sociology, or a related field. We are particularly interested in candidates who have conducted research with people who have experienced or are impacted by the criminal legal system. Particular focus on community-engaged research that uses a population health lens is a plus. Successful candidates will have track records of creativity and productivity, a desire to join our exciting, collaborative, and growing community, and a commitment to integrity, authenticity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Requirements:
• A Ph.D., Sc.D.,
Dr.P.H., or equivalent research doctoral degree
in a relevant discipline (completed by start date).
•
Demonstrated ability
to conduct scholarly research and capacity
to obtain peer-reviewed funding.
•
Ability to mentor pre- and
post-doctoral students and demonstrate teaching
excellence at the graduate level.
•
Highly self-motivated individual, enthusiastic about scientific discovery, and able to collaborate closely and
effectively with other members of a research team.
• Commitment to diversity, equity,
and inclusion in the department, healthcare system, and community.
The
application package should include: (1)
a cover letter (with
contact information); (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a three-page research
statement that includes a description of past research accomplishments, plans
for future research, and their experience and approach to supporting a diverse
and inclusive research environment; and (4) a one-page statement describing
their teaching or mentoring philosophy, previous experiences, future plans for
teaching or mentoring, and experience and approach to fostering an inclusive
learning and mentoring environment. All applications should be submitted through
the Academic Jobs Online website @ https://academicjobsonline.org.
Diversity and Inclusion: Duke University is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity
without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression,
gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, or veteran status. More information about the Department’s diversity, inclusion, and equity work can be found at: https://populationhealth.duke.edu/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei.
Important Dates: Applications should be received by December 16, 2024, for inclusion during initial consideration.
Questions: Contact the search committee
chair, Lauren Brinkley-Rubinstein,
Ph.D. @ lauren.br@duke.edu.
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- 3-Page Research Statement
- 1-Page Teaching/Mentoring Statement
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