Research Assistant Professor

Research Assistant Professor

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. Please visit the following
webpages for more information about the University of Utah,
Faculty
Careers at the University of Utah, and Living in
Utah.

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.

Department: 00988 - HSSAL DIVISION

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Track: Non Tenure Track

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Number: PRN04151F

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211197

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.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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. The
University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the
education program or activity that it operates, as required by
Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate
in education programs or activities extends to admission and
employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its
regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the
Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or
someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual
misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the
Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity
and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title
IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and
telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

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