Associate or Full Professor tenured position in Health Systems Science and Business Analytics, strategically positioned to strengthen interdisciplinary research and teaching at the interface of data science, operations research, and health technology. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of the position and opportunities for immediate leadership and cross-college collaboration, candidates are required to have an established track record in publishing high-quality research and securing external funding. Tenure subject to board approval.

The Smart Healthcare Hub is a newly established strategic initiative of Virginia Tech and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, with the mission to explore and improve the integration of technological systems and humans in healthcare. Our goal is to drive positive change through pioneering research, innovative programs, and cutting-edge analytic tools to revolutionize healthcare delivery.

PhD and expertise in clinical informatics, information systems/information technology, industrial engineering, operations research, computer science, health systems science, or a terminal degree in a closely related field.

Demonstrated track record of publications in recognized, leading journals, supported by experience developing and applying advanced analytical methods.

A track record of obtaining and working with extramural funding from federal or other sources

Verified background and expertise in mathematical modeling, optimization, machine learning, AI, LLMs, and data-driven decision-making.

Proven experience in healthcare systems, electronic health records, and healthcare data standards is highly desirable.

Shown ability to teach at the undergraduate or graduate level at least one of the following topics: health informatics, health systems, implementation science, healthcare operations.

Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative research opportunities across disciplinary boundaries (e.g., clinical informatics, human factors, healthcare business intelligence, systems process engineering, etc.).

Record of scholarship and teaching commensurate with appointment as a tenured Associate or Full Professor.

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Regular

Commensurate based on rank

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12/10/2026

Successful applicants will have the opportunity to join two Virginia Tech colleges, with a primary appointment in the VT Carilion School of Medicine's Department of Health Systems Science and an additional appointment in Pamplin's College of Business, Department of Business Information Technology.

Tenure subject to board approval.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine

The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) is a cornerstone of one of the nation’s premier health and biomedical research ecosystems. VTCSOM is located in the City of Roanoke in Southwest Virginia, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is a relatively short drive from the Virginia Tech main campus located in Blacksburg, Virginia. In partnership with the Carilion Clinic, Virginia Tech, and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC in Blacksburg, VTCSOM offers abundant opportunities to deliver innovative, research-focused medical education in a community-based, picturesque setting.

Its innovative curriculum includes robust, longitudinal mentored research training and a major curricular emphasis on health systems science and interprofessional practice. Students are attracted to VTCSOM for its 99% match rate, including competitive specialties and programs. With an acceptance rate under 5%, VTCSOM receives well over 6,000 applications for its medical program and is poised for continued enrollment growth.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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