Open Rank Faculty Position in Healthcare Operations and Business Analytics

Job Description

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. We invite applications for an open rank faculty position in Healthcare Operations and Business Analytics, a strategic position 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 opportunities, preference will be given to those with an established track record in publishing high-quality research and securing external funding.

Required Qualifications

A PhD and or PhD equivalent degree and expertise in clinical informatics, information systems/information technology, industrial engineering, operations research, computer science, or a related field.
The candidate must have a demonstrated track record of publications in recognized, leading journals, supported by experience developing and applying advanced analytical methods.
A track record of extramural funding from federal sources or other sources, and knowledge of healthcare systems, electronic health records, and healthcare data standards are highly desirable.
Background of strong expertise in mathematical modelling, optimization, machine learning, AI, LLM, and data-driven decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

Have expertise across a multitude of domains (e.g., clinical informatics, human factors, healthcare business intelligence, systems process engineering, etc.).

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with rank.

Hours per week

40

Review Date

02/20/2026

Additional Information

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

Please provide a list of publications. 

Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine:

In partnership with Carilion Clinic, Virginia Tech, and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, VTC School of Medicine is a cornerstone of one of the nation’s premier health and biomedical research ecosystems. Located in Roanoke, Virginia, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and 40 miles from the Virginia Tech main campus in Blacksburg, VTCSOM provides abundant opportunities to deliver innovative, discovery-based 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 a 2.3% acceptance rate, VTCSOM receives over 6,400 applications and is poised for continued enrollment growth.

About Virginia Tech

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