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Vice Chair of Research
University of Utah Department of Surgery
Salt Lake City, UT
United States
Research
The Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking candidates for the position of Vice Chair for Research.
As a nationally ranked academic surgical program, the Department of Surgery provides high-value patient care, leads in research and innovation, and inspires and educates tomorrow’s leaders in surgery.
In addition to providing expert, compassionate clinical care, our surgeons are engaged in scientific inquiry across a broad range of areas, including ground-breaking laboratory research, advanced surgical technology, and health care system innovations designed to guarantee that all our patients have ready access to personalized, compassionate, high-quality surgical care that consistently responds to their individual needs, preferences, and values.
The Vice Chair for Research for the Department of Surgery will be responsible for the full spectrum of research activities within the Department including health services research, clinical trials, translational research, discovery and innovation, and research administration. The Vice Chair is responsible for developing a vision for the research initiatives of the Department and its Divisions in conjunction with the Department’s leadership. The Vice Chair will lead the execution of the research vision, develop comprehensive research plans for the different areas, and oversee, mentor, and teach faculty members, research trainees-fellows, staff, students, and other personnel involved in research. Supporting junior faculty members in the academic research journey is another key aspect of the Vice Chair responsibilities.
The Vice Chair for Research is expected to increase the department research funding, participation in clinical trials, and develop cooperative research opportunities within University of Utah, and with other institutions.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are 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.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply at the University of Utah link below:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/144228
For additional information, please contact:
Giana Aluculesei, MBA Director, Finance and Research [email protected]
Jennifer Moffat
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