University of Texas Medical Branch, Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatrics - Assistant or Associate Professor - Faculty Position

The University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatrics in Galveston, Texas, is seeking faculty to join their active well funded interdisciplinary group of researchers conducting aging-related research. This is a tenure-track position. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in a discipline related to demography such as sociology or epidemiology. Experience in population-based or community-based research is desirable, as well as an interest to pursue an agenda of funded research in health and aging. The individual would be expected to spend at least 80 percent of time in research and the remaining in graduate teaching and student supervision, including mentoring geriatric fellows in their research. Strong quantitative and research methods skills are required. Knowledge of innovative areas of demography such as spatial analysis, use of biomarkers in population studies, or network analysis for health is desirable. A joint appointment with the Department of Preventive Medicine and Community Health is possible. The individual would have access to multiple resources and collaborative opportunities on campus, including a strong research program on Hispanic and minority aging, a multidisciplinary Sealy Center on Aging, and a WHO/PAHO Collaborating Center on Aging and Health. In addition, other alliances with social scientists with population aging research interests under Texas-wide initiatives are forming.

The Galveston and Houston area offers recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities in a pleasant and affordable environment. The position offers a competitive salary and full benefits. Applications will be considered immediately and until the position is filled. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The University of Texas Medical Branch is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/V/H.

Please contact Dr. Rebeca Wong (rewong@utmb.edu) or Dr. Jean Freeman (jfreeman@utmb.edu) for questions or additional information about the position.

Send a letter of interest, CV, and the names of three references to:

Melissa York

Internal Medicine- Geriatrics

Mail Route 0460

301 University Blvd

Galveston, TX 77555-0460

Email: melyork@utmb.edu