Associate Professor in Biomedical Informatics and Data Science in Yale University – USA

Summary

Yale University School of Medicine's Department of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (BIDS) is inviting applications for multiple Associate Professor with Tenure or Full Professor positions on a tenure track. Candidates must hold an MD and/or PhD or an equivalent degree, with demonstrated excellence in research and education. The roles involve establishing an independently funded research program, supervising and mentoring students, and contributing to educational missions. Desired research areas include AI in medicine, biomedical data modeling, clinical informatics, computational biology, and privacy technology. The BIDS department is a newly established, self-standing entity within Yale School of Medicine, known for its contributions to biomedical informatics and data science. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, with a final deadline of August 31, 2027.

Key Facts

Department	Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (BIDS), Yale University School of Medicine
Position Type	Associate Professor with Tenure / Full Professor
Discipline	Biomedical Informatics and Data Science
Research Area	Artificial intelligence in medicine, Biomedical data modeling and ontologies, Biomedical data science, Biomedical natural language processing and knowledge representation, Clinical informatics, Clinical research informatics, Computational biology and bioinformatics, Human computer interaction and usability, Privacy technology
Degree Required	MD and/or PhD or equivalent degree
Experience	Demonstrated excellent qualifications in research and education, strong records of independent creative accomplishments, strong scientific management and interpersonal skills
Funding	Independently funded research program
Contract Duration	Tenure track
Deadline	2027-08-31
Required Documents	Cover letter describing qualifications, CV, Two-page summary of current and proposed research, Three letters of reference
Employer Address	New Haven, CT

About the Project

The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing a vigorous, independently funded research program within the Department of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (BIDS). Research interests include, but are not limited to, artificial intelligence in medicine, biomedical data modeling and ontologies, biomedical data science, biomedical natural language processing and knowledge representation, clinical informatics, clinical research informatics, computational biology and bioinformatics, human-computer interaction and usability, and privacy technology. The research aims to understand, prevent, and treat human disease in a personalized and equitable manner, with new findings informing and synergizing impactful clinical research and implementation in real clinical settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing a vigorous independently funded research program
• Supervising and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds
• Contributing to graduate and medical school educational missions
• Interacting productively with colleagues within the Department and across Yale School of Medicine and University

Required Skills

• MD and/or PhD or equivalent degree
• Excellent qualifications in research and education
• Strong records of independent creative accomplishments
• Strong scientific management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Who Should Apply

This position is suitable for individuals with an MD and/or PhD or equivalent degree who have demonstrated excellent qualifications in research and education. Applicants should have strong records of independent creative accomplishments and be capable of establishing a vigorous, independently funded research program. They should also possess strong scientific management and interpersonal skills and be willing to contribute to graduate and medical school educational missions. Individuals interested in leadership roles will also be considered.

Benefits

• Joint appointments with other departments will be supported
• Opportunity for leadership roles based on interests and prior accomplishments
• Access to a collaborative environment for scientific discovery and exchange of new ideas

About the Employer

The Department of Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (BIDS) at Yale University School of Medicine is a newly established, self-standing department. It is part of Yale School of Medicine, which has a rich history and pre-eminence in biomedical research and clinical care. BIDS faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for their contributions to biomedical informatics and data science and their multidisciplinary collaborations. Research at Yale School of Medicine encompasses a broad range of fields, aiming to understand, prevent, and treat human disease in a personalized and equitable manner.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline for this position?

The application deadline is August 31, 2027, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

What degrees are required for applicants?

Applicants must have an MD and/or PhD or an equivalent degree.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must submit a cover letter describing qualifications, a CV, a two-page summary of current and proposed research, and three letters of reference.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

Responsibilities include establishing a vigorous independently funded research program, supervising and mentoring students, and contributing to graduate and medical school educational missions.

What research areas are of interest to the department?

Areas of interest include Artificial intelligence in medicine, Biomedical data modeling and ontologies, Biomedical data science, Biomedical natural language processing and knowledge representation, Clinical informatics, Clinical research informatics, Computational biology and bioinformatics, Human computer interaction and usability, and Privacy technology.

Is this a tenure-track position?

Yes, these are tenure-track positions for Associate Professor or Full Professor.