This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11601205 ArtificialIntelligence for Community Health Position at Illinois

　　KINESIOLOGY & COMMUNITY HEALTH

　　Description: The Department of Kinesiology and Community Health,College of Applied Health Sciences at the University of IllinoisUrbana-Champaign is seeking one new faculty hire to complement theDepartment\'s existing resear ch lines in Artificial Intelligence(AI) . This position was approved as part of a larger cluster hire inhire in AI for Community Health - involving multiple units at theUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Candidates must have a PhD orequivalent degree. This opportunity is part of an ambitious, ongoingcampus and college expansion in artificial intelligence. Candidates forthese positions could be either senior (Associate or Professor) orearly-career faculty (Assistant Professor). Successful candidates shouldhave (or demonstrate potential to have) a history of leading largeresearch groups and interdisciplinary collaborations, as well asdemonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring. We seek collaborativecandidates with a strong, innovative vision. Competitive start-uppackages exist for qualified candidates. The new hire will also helpadvance our self-supporting Master of Public Health (MPH), Master ofHealth Administration (MHA), and Master of Science in Health Technology(MS-HT).

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　The successful candidate should have a doctoral degree in Public Health,Epidemiology, Community Health, Psychology, Kinesiology, otherhealth-related fields, or in a field related to AI such as HumanFactors, Computer Science, Engineering, or Robotics. A strong record ofacademic scholarship that meets the qualifications for the rank ofAssistant, Associate, or Professor at the University of Illinois isrequired.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Ideally, candidates would demonstrate a focused line of research in oneor more of the following areas: (a) health data analytics; (b) physicalactivity measurement for research and intervention purposes; (c) use ofwearable technologies to monitor and manage chronic conditions,cognition or symptoms that predict advancement of disease; (d) use of AIto support healthcare decision-making, (e) machine learning to evaluatedata from smart technologies in the home to predict health and wellnessoutcomes; (f) integration of AI and robotics to support in-homeactivities; (g) ethics of AI. The committee strongly encouragesapplications from women and persons from historically underrepresentedgroups.

　　To apply, create a candidate profile here and upload all requireddocuments, including:

　　Application letter that includes:

　　o Research statement (max 4 pages);

　　o Teaching and mentoring statement (max 3 pages);

　　o Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion statement (max 2pages);

　　o Vision for this position (max 2 pages).

　　Curriculum vitae

　　A list of names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers for at least threereferences. Candidates will be informed before references are contacted.

　　Appointment Information

　　This is a 100% full-time Academic position, appointed on a 9-monthbasis. Salary is commensurate with experience.

　　Application Procedures & Deadline Information

　　For full consideration, applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST)on December 15, 2023. Initial review of applications will beginimmediately afterward, however, the position will remain open untilfilled. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top orbottom of this posting. Applications not submitted throughhttps://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Initial review ofapplications will begin immediately afterward. However, the positionwill remain open until filled. The earliest starting date is Aug st 16,2024 (negotiable). For additional information, please contact SearchCommittee Chair, Pedro Hallal, [email protected] , 217-974-6382.

　　For questions regarding the application process, please contact217-333-2137.

　　The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer,including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, andcomplies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view ournon-discrimination statement and find additional information aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures,COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility reviewthrough E-Verify .

　　Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request areasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act(2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requestsmay be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or bycontacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office forAccess and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by [email protected] .

　　Requisition ID: 1021195

　　Job Category: Faculty