Research Plastic Surgery Assistant Professor

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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank Research Plastic Surgery Assistant Professor Department 00262 - Plastic & Reconstruct Surgery City Salt Lake City, UT Track Non Tenure Track New Position to Begin Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Details

A suitable Research Faculty Member will play a crucial role in conducting innovative plastic surgical research projects related to wound healing and nerve regeneration, contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge, and promoting evidence-based practices in the field of plastic surgery. The successful candidate will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across the School of Medicine, engage in translational research, write applications for extramural research funding, and disseminate research findings through publications and presentations. Opportunities to participate in veteran-related research studies are also available.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Biology, or a related field from an accredited US institution with up to 3 years of post-graduation research experience. Candidate must have a track record in conducting medical research and/or successfully applying for and receiving grants. Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams, collaborating with clinicians, healthcare professionals, and research study personnel.

Responsibilities

• Innovation and Critical Thinking: Proactive approach to clinical research, willingness to explore innovative research approaches, and ability to think critically and creatively. Ability to develop research questions, plan multidisciplinary projects focused on wound healing and nerve regeneration.

• Research Leadership: Lead and conduct cutting-edge research in plastic surgery, focusing on wound healing and nerve regeneration.

• Grant Success: Pursue independent grant funding as a Principal Investigator or co-investigator.

• Ethical Understanding: Strong understanding of ethical considerations in research involving human participants and animal research.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ability to adhere to and provide oversight of institutional and regulatory guidelines.

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple research projects simultaneously.

• Funding Acquisition: Secure external funding through grant writing and proposal submissions within the 3-year period of appointment.

• Publication and Presentation: Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.

• Clinical Research Collaboration (if applicable): Provide clinical research support to clinical trials.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external partners.

• Professional Development: Stay abreast of advancements in the field through continuous professional development.

• Staff Supervision: Supervise and mentor research staff, ensuring compliance with research protocols.

• Community Engagement: Participate in community outreach and public education initiatives at the departmental, university, and committee levels.

Full-time with flexible hours to accommodate the qualified candidate.

Please submit application, along with CV, cover letter, and sample of recent proposal submission or summary of current research to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/165711

For Questions please email: kallie.handy@hsc.utah.edu

Quicklink: https://medicine.utah.edu/surgery/plastic-surgery

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EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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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Special Instructions for Candidates Open Date 06/06/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN03599F Type Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a PhD or equivalent degree?

(Open Ended Question)

• Have you ever successfully written and submitted a grant?

(Open Ended Question)

• Have you ever managed a laboratory and/or research project?

(Open Ended Question)

• Have you ever been terminated from a position because of drug or alcohol use or abuse?

• Yes

• No

• Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any felony? Is any such action pending?

• Yes

• No

• One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Applicant Document

• Other

Optional Documents

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4)

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169

• Addendum to the University of Utah

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169 after submission