What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant Professor position at The Media and Innovation Lab?
Company Description
The Media and Innovation Lab (MIL) and The Department of Informatics and Health Data Science (DIHDS) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine approaches the five components of academic medicine: education, clinical care, research, venture, and service and outreach as a comprehensive, interconnected system fueled by clinical insight, technology convergence, and systemic change. With this approach, The MIL and DIHDS are driving new ways of learning, collaborating, and investing in the emerging technologies, systems, and solutions, that will make health and wellness precise, personalized, innovative, and accessible for all.
Role Description
This is a full-time role for a Research Assistant Professor located in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area. The Research Assistant Professor will be responsible for conducting and leading cutting-edge research projects, developing grant proposals, publishing research findings, mentoring students and junior researchers, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role involves both teaching responsibilities and active participation in outreach and service initiatives.The candidate will be responsible for developing a robust research program that is consistent with The MIL and DIHDS goals.
Qualifications
- Strong background in conducting and leading cutting-edge research projects
- Proficiency in developing grant proposals and securing research funding
- Experience in publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Skills in mentoring students and junior researchers
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in academic medicine, health, and wellness innovations
- Doctoral degree (PhD or MD) in a relevant field of informatics, engineering, digital technology, bioinformatics, data science, and other related fields.