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Assistant Professor of Epidemiology (Research Track) – Bayesian Methods, Causal Inference, Machine Learning University of Pennsylvania in United States

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Machine Learning

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This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. No explicit funding or salary information is provided in the announcement.

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Sep 19, 2027

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University of Pennsylvania

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Machine Learning
Epidemiology
Biostatistics
Medical Science
Causal Inference
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About this position

The University of Pennsylvania, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the Perelman School of Medicine, is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Epidemiology, Research Track. This full-time, non-tenure track faculty position is anchored in the Center for Clinical Trials Innovation within the Division of Epidemiology, Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Informatics, and involves collaboration with the Palliative and Advanced Illness Research Center. The role is based in Philadelphia, PA.

The position focuses on the statistical design and analysis of randomized clinical trials, with a particular emphasis on Bayesian methods, causal inference, machine learning, pragmatic designs with cluster-randomization, and complex missing data. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Bayesian statistics, causal inference, machine learning, pragmatic cluster randomized designs, and complex missing data methods. Expertise in statistical programming (R, Python, Stan/BUGS), proficiency with trial simulation, and experience supporting large-scale trials and clinical research networks or data and safety monitoring boards are essential. Additional responsibilities include collaboration with clinician-scientists, analysis of patient-reported outcomes, handling of missing data, and familiarity with computing infrastructure, Overleaf/LaTeX, and GitHub. The ability to lead peer-reviewed publications and multi-site research is also required.

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree in Statistical Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related quantitative field, and have at least one year of postdoctoral experience. The ideal candidate is an early-career researcher who can advance innovative trial methodologies and lead research on complex multi-arm, cluster, pragmatic, Bayesian, adaptive, and platform trials.

The application window opens on September 19, 2025, and closes on September 19, 2027, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Interested candidates should apply via Interfolio at the provided link. The position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment at a leading research institution, with a focus on advancing the field of clinical trials and statistical methods in epidemiology and biostatistics.

For more information and to apply, visit the Interfolio application page. Qualified colleagues are encouraged to apply and share this opportunity with others in the field.

Funding details

This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. No explicit funding or salary information is provided in the announcement.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in Statistical Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related quantitative field, and at least 1 year of postdoctoral experience. Required skills include a strong background in Bayesian statistics, causal inference, machine learning, pragmatic cluster randomized designs, and complex missing data methods. Expertise in statistical programming (R, Python, Stan/BUGS), proficiency with trial simulation, experience supporting large-scale trials and clinical research networks or data and safety monitoring boards, collaboration with clinician-scientists, analysis of patient-reported outcomes, handling of missing data, familiarity with computing infrastructure, Overleaf/LaTeX, and GitHub, and the ability to lead peer-reviewed publications and multi-site research are also required. The ideal candidate is an early-career researcher able to advance innovative trial methodologies.

How to apply

Apply via Interfolio at the provided link. Prepare your application materials as required by the University of Pennsylvania. Ensure you meet all qualifications before submitting. The deadline is September 19, 2027.

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Endowed Professor & Director, Data Science Center at University of Pennsylvania

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