Assistant or Associate Professor in Epidemiology

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Assistant or Associate Professor in Epidemiology

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Job description

health in the world, and the only school of public health in Canada to be accredited by the Council on
Education for Public Health (CEPH). Every year, it attracts some 1,500 students committed to improving the
health of populations through education and the creation and application of knowledge in all areas of public
health. The School’s professors are active in research, knowledge transfer and the training of researchers
and practitioners.T (DMSP) employs more than 90 regular professors,
adjunct professors, clinical professors and researchers divided into five areas of excellence: health
promotion, global health, epidemiology, biostatistics and bioethics. The DMSP’s mission is to actively
contribute, through teaching and research, to the development and promotion of knowledge and practices
favourable to the health of the population, by creating and maintaining a stimulating and multidisciplinary
university environment.Your day-to-day impact
Through your teaching and your research activities, you will play a pivotal role in fostering excellence within
your faculty. Furthermore, you wil enhance the prominence of your area of expertise and actively participate
in the daily activities of our renowned university. In this role, your responsibilities wil include:

• Teaching epidemiology at the undergraduate and graduate levels in both general and specialist

courses;

• Supervising master’s and doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows in the completion of directed

studies, theses and research projects;

• Developing and conducting a research program in epidemiology and publish in academic journals;
• Contributing actively to the functioning of the Department and the School through participation in

administrative, teaching and research activities;

• Contributing to the reputation of the DMSP, the ESPUM and the Université de Montréal by

participating
in various academic and extra-academic activities, both in scientific and practical settings.What you’l need to succeed

• A PhD in epidemiology;
• Expertise in epidemiology with a focus on public health issues (e.g., environmental health, climate

change);

• Solid specialist training in modern epidemiological and biostatistics methods;
• Demonstrate the ability to teach epidemiological methods at introductory, intermediate and

advanced levels to a variety of audiences;

• Demonstrate the potential to supervise graduate students;
• Demonstrate an ability to conduct high-level research focusing on public health analysis or

intervention;

• Demonstrate the potential to develop local, national and international collaborations;
• Adequate proficiency in the French language or a strong commitment to mastering the proficiency

level required upon assuming the position in accordance t
A French language learning assistance program is offered to all professors who wish to
acquire French language skil s or enhance their communication abilities.
Additional information about the position

• A competitive salary combined with a full range of benefits;
• Start date: January 1st 2026, depending on the availability of the successful candidate;
• On the Montreal Campus;
• Depending on their expertise and interest, the successful candidate could be considered for an

IVADO position, which offers enhanced start-up conditions. Holders of this position are invited to
take part in one of theApplication process
The application package, to be sent to the head of the Department by May 16, 2025, should include the
following documents:

• A letter of motivation (2 pages);
• An academic CV (training, scholarships and awards, research grants, scientific publications,

teaching and mentoring activities, knowledge transfer activities, etc.);

• Copies of three recent publications or research papers;
• A summary of your approach to teaching, supervision philosophy and your relevant experience

(1 page);

• A research plan (2 pages);
• The contact details of three referees who wil be contacted to obtain a letter of recommendation.

Contact Person
Bryn Williams-Jones
ESPUM / DMSPUniversité de Montréal is commit ed to employment equity within its community and aims to recruit diverse
staff and faculty. We strongly recommend that you complet
Université de Montréal’s application process allows all members of the Professor’s Assembly to review the application
files submitted. If you wish to keep your application confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in
your application.ESP_09-24_04_02BENEFITSWORK-LIFE BALANCEPROFESSIONNAL DEVELOPPEMENT

• Medical, paramedical, dental care
• Up to 2 years of parental leave

• Startup Fund

and travel insurance

• Workload reduction upon return from
• Professional Expenses Al ocation Program
• Employee and family assistance

leave and until the child reaches 2
and Development Leave
program, along with an institutional
years of age
program for better health and well-

• French Language Program
• Two on-campus daycare centers

being

• Study and Research Year
• Summer day camps and during
• Defined benefit pension plan offering

school breaks at the Physical Center

• University Pedagogy Development Activity

a retirement pension with indexing,
of Sports of UdeM

• Tuition fee exemption program for yourself,

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• Compassionate leave

your spouse, or partner, and dependent

• Life insurance and disability income

children
insuranceDIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Université de Montréal is strongly committed to fostering Through its Equal Access
Employment Program (EAEP), UdeM invites applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, visible and ethnic minorities,
as wel as persons with disabilities. We will -confidentially – adapt our recruitment mechanisms to the specific needs of
people with disabilities who request it.
The University adopts a broad and inclusive definition of diversity that goes beyond applicable laws and encourages all
qualified individuals, regardless of their characteristics, to apply for positions. In accordance with current immigration
requirements in Canada, please note that priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The self-identification questionnaire is a voluntary step to promote a diverse and inclusive work and living environment.
The personal information you provide is valuable and will help us improve our practices and comply with current laws.
Personal information is confidential. Be assured that it will be collected and used in accordance with applicable federal
and provincial laws, will never be disclosed without your consent, and will not hinder your hiring or career progression at

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Location

Montreal, QC

Job date

Fri, 02 May 2025 05:33:21 GMT

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