The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Department of Health Physics & Diagnostic Sciences, UNLV School of Allied Health Sciences [R0118362]

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 31,000 students and more than 3,900 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 136,000 degrees, producing more than 120,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.  UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.  For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

ROLE of the POSITION

The UNLV School of Integrated Health Sciences is accepting applications for an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Department of Health Physics and Diagnostic Sciences in the fields of radiation detection/detectors, environmental health physics and/or nuclear waste management. Other research areas of interest include accelerator physics, radiation biology, space radiation, radiation risk assessment, radiation and cancer epidemiology, emergency response/homeland security, non-proliferation and radiological consequence management. The department has access to a number of on-campus research facilities including state-of-the art detection labs. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track or tenured position. Primary responsibilities include establishing an active research program supported with extramural funding, supervision of graduate students and teaching in the Department’s Health Physics programs. Teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels will be required, as well as service and research duties in accordance with University criteria. For more information about the department, visit us on-line at http://healthphysics.unlv.edu/

QUALIFICATIONS

A doctorate in health physics, engineering, physics or a related field is required from a regionally accredited college or university. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. 

APPLICATION DETAILS

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin immediately and best consideration will be gained for materials submitted prior to that date. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Steen Madsen, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inquiry@unlv.edu.

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SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.