[Iefac.list] Faculty position: Health Innovation, Technology & Simulation (HITS) Lab, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Fri Sep 28 09:40:39 EDT 2018

Tenure Track or Tenured PROFESSOR, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

and/or ASSISTANT PROFESSOR POSITION in HEALTH INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY &
SIMULATION

As the state’s flagship school, the University of Tennessee Knoxville is
home to over 100 research institutes and centers and numerous specialized
research laboratories and consortia. Student enrollment totals more than
27,000 and research funding surpasses $188 million. Located near the Great
Smoky Mountains and numerous lakes, Knoxville offers abundant recreational
attractions, cultural attractions such as opera and symphony, low cost of
living, and high quality residential neighborhoods.

Health Innovation Technology and Simulation (HITS) is an innovative
interprofessional research environment, advancing health innovation
technology and simulation science. HITS has developed strong partnerships
with the College of Engineering, School of Art, Graphics Design department,
and the College of Social to work parallel research foci in Healthcare.
HITS also engages in research with Oak Ridge National Laboratory, located
20 miles from campus, and the publishing industry. The HITS lab is a 7600
square-foot state-of-the-art academic and education facility, which aims to
advance the science of health innovation technology, enhance consumer and
professional health education and big data science (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.hits.utk.edu&d=DwIFaQ&c=Ngd-ta5yRYsqeUsEDgxhcqsYYY1Xs5ogLxWPA_2Wlc4&r=Ue5eprQ_fMYcavWXDDYHbKQI0IFAmpjoy6QR5xcYCC4Qd5ukwoooDHsBFMkK-u0r&m=HEFiyl_yVnbgq2RF7Z5sgJp5RMsFZz1TANyTrl4358w&s=Znt7ECZ9kaeskXP0v8u7YQ0BWLMICmrknVK3uEoSJN0&e=).
We seek candidates with expertise in one or more of HITS Lab emphases in
(1) Research and development of healthcare related technology; (2)
Integration of non-traditional technology into the healthcare environment;
(3) Engagement in telehealth and simulation research; (4) Development of
inter-professional research and collaborations, (5) Big Data analytics, and
(6) artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities include: (1) conducting research in one of the areas
mentioned above, (2) developing funding opportunities with campus, state,
national and international organizations, (3) foster academic partnerships
to develop the University’s health information resources and support
faculty mentoring, and (4) teaching in health related courses based on
candidate’s expertise.

*College of Nursing highlights*:

• Reduced teaching assignment for the 1st two years of seeking tenure

• Nurse-managed School-based Health Center using telehealth communications

• State of the Art Simulation Center with Smart Home for testing prototypes

• Mentorship and grant writing support at both College (Office of Research
Services) and University (Office of Research & Engagement) levels

*Qualifications for this position include: *

• Earned doctorate in nursing, technology, informatics, engineering or
health related field

• Research interest/experience in health innovation, technology and
simulation

• Professional experience commensurate with rank

• Evidence of research or creative activities in at least one of the areas
listed above

• Teaching and online education experience at the collegiate level (desired)

For more information, visit our website: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__nursing.utk.edu_&d=DwIFaQ&c=Ngd-ta5yRYsqeUsEDgxhcqsYYY1Xs5ogLxWPA_2Wlc4&r=Ue5eprQ_fMYcavWXDDYHbKQI0IFAmpjoy6QR5xcYCC4Qd5ukwoooDHsBFMkK-u0r&m=HEFiyl_yVnbgq2RF7Z5sgJp5RMsFZz1TANyTrl4358w&s=h3XQEuXrzCJ2NkrUkYJvaJJnpFZ648dw0lDp76ogIxw&e=.
Interested applicants may send or email a cover letter, curriculum vitae,
and three letters of reference to: Victoria Niederhauser, DrPH, RN, FAAN
Dean & Professor, The University of Tennessee College of Nursing, 1200
Volunteer Blvd., Suite 301, Knoxville, TN 37996-4180, vniederh at utk.edu.
Screening of applicant credentials will begin immediately and continue
until position is filled. Rank and salary based on qualifications and
experience.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville EEO/AA Statement/Non-Discrimination
Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment
and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion,
sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and
parental status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the
Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states
that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in
its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to
employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title
VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504
(disability), the ADA disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act
(age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the
Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN
37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a
disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of
Equity and Diversity.

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Xueping Li, Ph.D.
Director, iLab (The Ideation Laboratory) <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__ilab.engr.utk.edu&d=DwIFaQ&c=Ngd-ta5yRYsqeUsEDgxhcqsYYY1Xs5ogLxWPA_2Wlc4&r=Ue5eprQ_fMYcavWXDDYHbKQI0IFAmpjoy6QR5xcYCC4Qd5ukwoooDHsBFMkK-u0r&m=HEFiyl_yVnbgq2RF7Z5sgJp5RMsFZz1TANyTrl4358w&s=kC7AD8L2n-IAiTBc4x7bYXmKwifH5P1OsEXIYAY6yT4&e=>
Co-Director, HITS (Health Innovation Technology & Simulation) Lab
<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__hits.utk.edu&d=DwIFaQ&c=Ngd-ta5yRYsqeUsEDgxhcqsYYY1Xs5ogLxWPA_2Wlc4&r=Ue5eprQ_fMYcavWXDDYHbKQI0IFAmpjoy6QR5xcYCC4Qd5ukwoooDHsBFMkK-u0r&m=HEFiyl_yVnbgq2RF7Z5sgJp5RMsFZz1TANyTrl4358w&s=Yt8eHGeFHD-XSorCM07kx6x1fmlE3DKezXWgQ9dgdY0&e=>
Associate Professor
Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
522 John D. Tickle Building
851 Neyland Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-2315
Office Phone: (865) 974-7648
Fax: (865) 974-0588
Web: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__web.utk.edu_-7Exli27_&d=DwIFaQ&c=Ngd-ta5yRYsqeUsEDgxhcqsYYY1Xs5ogLxWPA_2Wlc4&r=Ue5eprQ_fMYcavWXDDYHbKQI0IFAmpjoy6QR5xcYCC4Qd5ukwoooDHsBFMkK-u0r&m=HEFiyl_yVnbgq2RF7Z5sgJp5RMsFZz1TANyTrl4358w&s=T3b169mvB9nAOvBwxSpmxqNgJM9wmR_UTN-5n7-Hogk&e=
Email: Xueping.Li at utk.edu
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