Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, In-Residence – OrthopaedicSurgery

NAMME; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Irvine seeks a Professor In-Residence to lead clinical trials and outcomes research. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative trauma care through mentorship and collaboration. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits at a leading research institution committed to inclusive excellence.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field required at time of application.
• Experience in leading clinical trials and outcomes research.
• Strong collaboration and mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of clinical trials in orthopaedic trauma.
• Secure funding for research projects.
• Mentor trainees and junior faculty in research implementation.

Skills

Clinical Research

Epidemiology

Health Economics

Education

PhD in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Economics, or related field

Job description

Job #JPF09617
Orthopaedic Surgery / School of Medicine / UC Irvine
Apply now: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09617/apply
View this position online: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09617

POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range: Total Negotiated Salary (TNS) calculation includes AAMC salary benchmarks for Clinical Specialty ranging from $300,000 to $375,0000. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment.This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: May 22, 2025

Next review date: Sunday, Jun 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine seeks an accomplished researcher to lead our clinical trials and outcomes research program. The successful candidate will join a growing team dedicated to advancing evidence-based Orthopaedic trauma care through innovative trial design, patient-centered outcomes research, and collaborative international partnerships.

UC Irvine’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is committed to excellence in clinical care, research, and education. Our trauma division serves as a regional referral center, providing comprehensive care for patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries. We seek to develop robust collaborations with methodologists, epidemiologists, and biostatisticians across the university and with national research consortia.

This is Professor In-Residence faculty appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level, commensurate with qualifications. Salary is competitive and includes an excellent benefits package.

Responsibilities
• Lead the design and implementation of pragmatic clinical trials in orthopaedic trauma
• Develop and expand patient-centered outcomes research using innovative statistical or study design methods
• Secure federal and industry funding to support the department’s research portfolio
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across institutions and research consortia
• Mentor trainees and junior faculty in research design and implementation
• Contribute to departmental teaching activities related to research methodology
• Develop sustainable international research partnerships

UCI is a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). These federal designations align with UCI as a national leader of inclusive excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
• PhD in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Economics, or related field

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements
• Candidates are welcome to discuss how their past experiences and expertise will help them serve the diverse populations of the University of California, Irvine, in research, teaching, service, and clinical care.
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, In-Residence – Orthopaedic Surgery (JPF09617)
• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Teaching Statement – See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.

Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09617

ABOUT UC IRVINE

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven
years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties

• APM – 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

JOB LOCATION

Orange, CA