Position/Rank
Toxicologist/Rank DOQ
Department
00247 - Pathology
Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
ASAP
Details

The Department of Pathology at the University of Utah seeks a toxicologist, clinical chemist, or clinical pathologist with expertise in clinical toxicology.

This faculty member will be a medical director of toxicology at ARUP Laboratories and join a team that directs the clinical analyses of therapeutic and illicit drugs and other toxicants with a specific emphasis on trace/toxic elements and pain management testing. The successful applicant will have experience in clinical assay development and validation, quality control and quality assurance, interpretation of laboratory test results, and consultation with physicians and other health care providers. Participation in the research and development efforts conducted at ARUP Laboratories, the academic mission of the Department of Pathology, providing education to laboratory staff, pathology residents, post-doctoral fellows, and other University of Utah students is also expected.

Applicants require a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree and at least five years of experience directing a clinical laboratory. The faculty appointment will be made at a rank (assistant/associate/full professor) commensurate with experience. PhD candidates should be board certified or eligible by ABCC and/or ABFT . MD candidates should be board certified or eligible in clinical pathology by ABP . NYDOH Certificate of Qualification (or eligible) for relevant specialty categories is also required. Expertise with primary technologies currently employed (immunoassay, HPLC , GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, TOF LC-MS, ICP -MS) and pharmacokinetic analyses is desirable as is research experience and a record of scholarly publications.

Interested candidates should submit electronically to http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/61976 a curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing experience and current and future interests, and the names and the name and contact information of three individuals who could provide letters of recommendation. For more information please contact David G. Grenache, PhD, Professor and Section Chief, Chemistry Division at ARUP Laboratories (david.grenache@aruplab.com; (801) 583-2787).

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

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
03/06/2017
Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN01672F
Type
Faculty


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