PROFESSOR, GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH

University of Manitoba

PROFESSOR, GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH

Department of Community Health Sciences
Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
University of Manitoba
Position Number 34438

The University of Manitoba invites applications for a Professor in the area of Global Public Health and Equity, to be appointed for a full-time Probationary (tenure-track) or Tenured position at the Professor rank. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and in accordance with the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) collective agreement. Based on the current collective agreement, the salary range for the Professor rank is $126, 175 to $176, 645.60. The expected start date is July 1, 2024, or as mutually agreed upon. Job duties are to be performed in English.

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The Professor in Global Public Health and Equity will provide leadership for the University of Manitoba and its Institute for Global Public Health in research, education and public health leadership focusing on integrating public health interventions and technologies that improve health outcomes for the underserved and disadvantaged populations, particularly countries of Latin America.

This position aligns with the University of Manitoba’s Strategic Research Plan, which identifies “Integrative Research in Health and Well-Being”, “Population and Global Health” and “Infectious Diseases” as established areas of research excellence.

THE POSITION
The successful candidate will be appointed to the Department of Community Health Sciences (CHS), Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences (RFHS) (http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/medicine/units/chs/).

Responsibilities:
The successful candidate is expected to develop and lead an interdisciplinary research program and team that focuses on improving equity in public health strategies for infectious diseases by studying the interfaces between populations, pathogens and programs. Geographically, the focus will be on countries of the global south, and particularly Latin America, where the Institute for Global Public Health seeks partnerships. The Professor will have a leading mentorship role in graduate and post-graduate teaching, through the development of innovative research training opportunities. The successful candidate will be expected to incorporate human rights and social justice components into their research program, and promote a workplace environment that fosters Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in its daily operations. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in service activities, especially in relation to research.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will hold a Medical Degree and/or PhD degree in a relevant public health discipline. They will have an internationally recognized public health research program that focuses on infectious diseases and health equity, along with demonstrated abilities to translate research findings into high-impact public health programs and policies. They will have a demonstrated record of successful mentorship and training. Extensive leadership experience (at least 10 years) in public health research, policy and public health education and an important criterion is an understanding of public health matters in Latin America particularly with respect to the study and application of innovative public health approaches and technologies to improve public health programs and services for underserved populations.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and visionary individual who has leadership experience and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment. They will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated experience and success in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion, and human rights and social justice in research, teaching and service activities.

EQUITY STATEMENT
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.
We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Consideration of applications will begin on December 16, 2023. A review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Please send applications by email to: Dr. Michelle Driedger, Head, Department of Community Health Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba.
E-mail: liza.latta@umanitoba.ca

Please refer to Position Number # 34438 in the subject heading of your email.