Geriatrics Researcher

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah in Salt Lake City is seeking an investigator with a strong record in aging research and a track record of obtaining research funding. The role involves advancing vascular control mechanisms related to skeletal muscle blood flow and exercise tolerance, collaborating with GRECC, and contributing to education of students, house staff, and fellows.

Primary duties include leading funded projects, pursuing new grant opportunities, and working within the Division of Geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required with established or early-stage funded research career.
• Experience in aging and vascular control mechanisms preferred.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive research environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on funded aging research projects and pursue new grants.
• Teach students, residents, and fellows within the division.

Skills

Aging research

Grant funding

Education

Ph.D.

Job description

Details

The Division of Geriatrics is recruiting an investigator with research accomplishments in aging and experience in the following areas: improving the quality of life for patients with cardiovascular disorders and cancer by improving vascular control mechanisms of skeletal muscle blood flow and exercise tolerance.

Details

The Division of Geriatrics is recruiting an investigator with research accomplishments in aging and experience in the following areas: improving the quality of life for patients with cardiovascular disorders and cancer by improving vascular control mechanisms of skeletal muscle blood flow and exercise tolerance.

The Division of Geriatrics works closely with the VA Salt Lake City Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center (GRECC). Primary duties will include working on currently funded research projects, pursuing future grants, and teaching students, house staff, and fellows. This position may be supported through a joint appointment with the VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System GRECC.

The Division of Geriatrics began in 1986 and has experienced steady growth ever since. Thanks to the creativity and leadership of its founding Chief, Gerald Rothstein, MD, geriatric medicine has become a part of the academic and clinical fabric of the University of Utah School of Medicine and is an integral part of the Department of Medicine.

Today, the Division is home to full-time faculty members, and staff members, and trains pre- and post-doctoral trainees each year. To advance the understanding of the causes and consequences of aging, our faculty investigators are supported by successful research funding and securing external grants. Division faculty provide training for the next generation of physicians, other healthcare providers, and research investigators. As the population of our state and nation ages, the Division of Geriatrics strives to build on this foundation and will continue to produce outstanding researchers, educators, and clinicians.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. and an established or early-stage research career with acquired funding

The Division of Geriatrics is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse research community. We believe that diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and socioeconomic background, enriches our research environment and enhances our ability to address complex societal challenges.

The Department of Internal Medicine is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples and single parents. We are committed to equal parental leave for men and women faculty and provide eight weeks of paid parental leave. If both parents are department faculty members, we provide the primary caregiver with eight weeks of paid parental leave and four weeks of paid co-parental leave for the other parent.

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.

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.

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Department: 00234 - Geriatrics

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Track: Non Tenure Track

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Number: PRN03568F