Assistant Professor – in health science communication

Job title:

Assistant Professor – in health science communication

Company

University of Ottawa

Job description

Job Family: Academic Leadership and FacultyUnion affiliation:APUOFaculty/Department: Faculty of Health Sciences_Full Time ProfessorsCampus: Main CampusDate Posted: October 18, 2024Applications must be received BEFORE:As part of a major expansion of its communication research programs in the health sciences, the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa invite applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The new faculty member will have a background that will allow them to successfully develop a dynamic and collaborative research program that includes a focus on health science communication with the general public and policy makers, as well on the prevalence and the combatting of medical misinformation. The incumbent will explore such research areas as healthcare disparities, social media as a tool for both science communication and health disruption, health, and wellness issues for underrepresented or underserved populations or the intersections of health and social justice concerns, including racial and environmental health disparities, all through the lens of health science communication.The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best universities in the country and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture, and quality of life of Canada’s Capital.Title of the position: Assistant Professor – in health science communicationDuties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research, artistic or literary creation, or professional work; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of graduate students.Terms: Tenure-track positionWage: Salary scale for an Assistant Professor starts at $94,588 (as of May 1, 2023)Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan, and optional life insurance, as well as relocation expenses.Location of work: School of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Thompson Hall, University of Ottawa, 25 University Private, Thompson Hall, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5Contact information: Professor Frédérique Tesson, Director, Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.Skills requirements:

• Education: PhD or postdoctoral training in health science communication or related field
• Work experience:

• A demonstrated excellent research track record in health science communication applied to health care disparities, social media as a tool for science communication and health disruption, health and wellness issues for underrepresented or underserved populations, or intersections between health and social justice concerns, including racial and environmental health disparities.
• A demonstrated track record in teaching and training at the graduate level, a strong track record in interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills in either English or French. Passive knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure. English-French bilingualism is an asset.

Application deadline: Applications received prior to November 18, 2024, will be given first consideration. Applications received after that date will be considered until the position is filled.Applications should be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Careers website.The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in CanadaThe University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

Expected salary

$94588 per year

Location

Canada

Job date

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 05:55:05 GMT

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