Research Assistant Professor

Position Information Position/Rank Research Assistant Professor Department 00988
- HSSAL DIVISION City Salt Lake City, UT Track Non Tenure Track New Position to Begin Details The University of Utah College of Nursing ( CON ) seeks research scientists to serve as faculty members focused on the development of their own extramurally funded research program, and to participate in collaborative team science with other CON faculty, post-doctoral trainees, and students.
This is a full-time career-line (Research Track) faculty position.
Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
Progress toward extramural funding is an expectation for long-term retention and advancement in rank.
Principal Functions and

Responsibilities:
The CON seeks an individual with a growing program of research; with expertise in research design, methodology, and analysis; with team science skills to join CON research programs; and dedication to developing a sustained program of extramurally funded research.
Specifically, we seek to enhance and expand our high-priority research programs in the areas of health equity, social determinants of health and/or chronic/serious illness(es) to complement our strengths in women's health, gerontology, caregiving, informatics, and clinical and translational research.
As a member of the Emma Eccles Jones Nursing Research Center, responsibilities may also include classroom and/or online didactic teaching, supervision of students, and consultation.
Other faculty expectations include University, local, regional, and/or national professional activities/service.
Criteria :Candidates must have an earned research doctorate and post-doctoral training in nursing or a related field.
Candidates should have early evidence of scholarly publications in refereed journals and demonstrated research focus and trajectory for extramural funding.
Teaching and course development experience is desirable but not required.
The ability to work effectively with faculty and students is essential.
The College strongly encourages applications from all populations, including those who have been underrepresented and candidate with nontraditional backgrounds.
The College of Nursing:The CON is an integral part of University of Utah Health.
We are committed to working together to serve the people of Utah and beyond by continually improving individual and community health and quality of life.
We strive for excellence in education, research, and clinical care, with each mission being vital to the others and to our overall success.
Acceptance, integrity, independent inquiry, and collegiality form the fabric of everyday life for faculty and students.
Please visit the College of Nursing website to learn more about the College.
The University of Utah:The University of Utah is a Big 12 institution located in Salt Lake City nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains.
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Application and Inquiries:Interested candidate should apply online at:https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/210743 The application requires:1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter, 3) copy of official transcripts or picture of diploma (highest degree earned) and 4 ) three letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U of U Health.
Please note that letters must be signed, dated and on letterhead.
For additional information, please contact Deidre Schoenfeld, Director of the Office of Faculty Affairs & Division Services at deidre.schoenfeld@nurs.utah.edu or Dr.
Lauri Linder, chair of the Division of Health Systems and Science Across the Lifespan at lauri.linder@nurs.utah.edu.
University of Utah employees are expected to live and work in the state of Utah.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect.
The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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