Applications are invited for the

at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MDACC). The mission of the Department of Biostatistics is to distinguish MD Anderson as a global leader in cancer biostatistics research and its applications to contribute to #endcancer. The department's research scope aligns with MDACC's strategic planning and initiatives, namely, to foster breakthrough discovery and team science. The Department enhances the scientific excellence of MD Anderson research through statistical designs in clinical trials and state-of-the-art methods, including the proper and efficient use of standard and cutting-edge methods, as well as the development of novel innovative methods. Provides biostatistical collaboration, consultation, and quantitative research resources to clinical, diagnostic, laboratory, population, and prevention scientists, and engages in the planning, conduct, analysis, quality assurance, and interpretation of research studies. The Department's research interests include, but not limited to, adaptive (Bayesian) clinical trial designs, cancer early detection, biomarkers discovery, machine learning, precision medicine, multiplatform data-integration, high-dimensional data including genomic, single cell, and transcriptomic data, image data, survival data, microbiome data, and statistical genetics. The chair will cultivate a collaborative environment to maximize the impact of institutional investments and leverage our unique resources as the largest and top-ranking cancer center in the US to advance multidisciplinary domain expertise and technology development and build bridges to promote collaboration with colleagues. The chair will foster an environment that values and prioritizes education and encourages faculty involvement in the departmental educational programs for training graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

To accomplish the mission of the Department of Biostatistics, ideal applicants should meet the following prerequisites:

· Be recognized nationally and internationally in their research field;

· Have research objectives that complement and contribute to the research-driven patient care mission of the institution;

· Demonstrate administrative competence to ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the department, resolving operational issues, and managing financial and human resources;

· Have enriched experience as an academic role model in cultivating a nurturing collegial environment for faculty and trainees; and

· Display dedication to the continuous support and growth, and well-being of the department, its faculty, and its mission and to exemplify our core values of Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety and Stewardship.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree (MD, Ph.D., or equivalent) from an accredited academic institution, have achieved the rank of full professor or comparable position, and have demonstrated considerable ability and meaningful contributions to education and mentoring of trainees and junior faculty. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is committed to building a diverse community of faculty and encourages women and minorities to apply.

Inquiries and Applications: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has retained the services of Dr. Josh Ward at the executive search firm Korn Ferry to conduct this important search. Applicants should submit (in two separate PDFs): An up-to-date and detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest (2-4 pages) describing your interest in the role of Department Chair, why you believe you would be successful in the role based on your professional experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider this opportunity. Please also share how diversity, equity, and inclusion factor into your past and present work. For priority consideration, please submit all application materials by September 13, 2023. The two PDF documents should be sent directly to Dr. Josh Ward at Josh.Ward@KornFerry.com .

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