Position/Rank
Bone Metastases Investigator/Rank DOQ
Department
00269 - Orthopedic Surgery Operations
Track
Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
2016/17
Details

The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center has an opening for a full-time faculty position as a Bone Metastases Investigator. The position will maintain faculty leadership and responsibility for an independent and successful research program. The incumbent will join a dynamic research team as an integral part of an outstanding academic department and a NCI -designated comprehensive cancer center. This faculty appointment will be on the tenure track and the rank shall be determined based on the chosen candidate's qualifications.

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. degree and/or M.D. degree in a relevant field, excellent communication skills, ability and ease in working across disciplines with demonstrated successful collaboration, and a proven track record of high quality publications and extramural funding. Preference shall be given an established investigator with substantial expertise in the pathobiology of bone metastases.

The University of Utah Health Sciences Center ( HSC ) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The University of Utah HSC 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 the mission of the University of Utah HSC .

Submit cover letter and CV at: http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/50226

Inquires may be sent to:
Michael B. Cohen, M.D.
Director of Research, Orthopaedics
Co-Director of Anatomic Pathology, Pathology
University of Utah
590 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, Utah 84108

EEO/Diversity Information

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran 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. To inquire about the University's nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Employees with prior URS service may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University's Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date
03/16/2016
Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN01445F
Type
Faculty


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