Assistant Professor

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah invites applications for a Tenure Track faculty position in Industrial Hygiene within the Division of Occupational and Environmental Health. The successful candidate will develop an extramurally-funded research program and teach up to two graduate courses annually, while mentoring graduate students and contributing to service at the university.

Appointment at advanced rank may include up to 25% administrative service, with preference for candidates who can establish extramural

Qualifications

• PhD in Occupational and/or Environmental Health, IH, or related field is required.
• Five or more years IH experience for advanced rank is required.
• Demonstrated potential to acquire extramural research funding is preferred and required for advanced rank.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an extramurally-funded research program in IH.
• Teach up to two graduate courses per year.
• Recruit and mentor graduate students; supervise junior faculty as needed at advanced rank.

Skills

Grant funding ability

Education

PhD in Occupational and/or Environmental Health or Industrial Hygiene

Job description

Details

Industrial Hygiene (Tenure Track)

The nationally-recognized Industrial Hygiene (IH) program at the University of Utah is seeking tenure-track faculty (open rank) to contribute to our teaching, research and service missions. The IH program has a deep commitment to student success, which has spurred increased enrollment in recent years and created an engaged group of students and alumni. The IH program faculty have research strength in aerosol science and exposure assessment, and seek colleagues with complementary skills who value innovative, collaborative inter-disciplinary research. The IH program values diversity in all dimensions.

The IH program is supported by the NIOSH-funded Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health and is based in the Division of Occupational and Environmental Health in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine. The IH program offers both Masters' and Doctoral degrees.

The University of Utah, located in beautiful Salt Lake City, is the flagship institution for higher education in Utah, and was recently ranked Utah's best employer by Forbes Magazine. The University of Utah is a research-intensive doctoral-granting institution. Consistent with these roles, the University of Utah provides contemporary infrastructure to support research and teaching.

Job Summary

The primary responsibilities of this position include: developing and maintaining an extramurally-funded research program; teaching up to two graduate courses per year; recruiting and mentoring graduate students; and performing service to the University and profession. Appointment at advanced rank may involve up to 25% effort in administrative service activities.

Technical Responsibilities

Develop and maintain an extramurally-funded research program in an area related to IH. Mentor graduate students in academics and research. Teach graduate courses. Engage in professional outreach activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The position requires supervision and mentorship of graduate students. Appointment at advanced rank requires mentorship of junior faculty, and assuming more administrative responsibilities, as needed.

Qualifications

A PhD. in Occupational and/or Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is required. For advanced rank, five or more years of experience in IH is required. Demonstrated potential to acquire extramural research funding is preferred, and is required for appointments at advanced rank. Certification as a CIH, or the ability to become certified, is highly desirable.

Questions About The IH Program Can Be Directed To

Darrah Sleeth, PhD, CIH

Associate Professor

Division of Occupational and Environmental Health

Department of Family and Preventive Medicine

University of Utah

375 Chipeta Way, Suite A Salt Lake City, UT 84108

801-585-3587

[e-mail]

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, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

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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Department:

00965 - Occ. Environmental Health

City:

Salt Lake City, UT

Track:

Tenure Track

Close Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Number: PRN03570F