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Vice Chair of Research - Rank Dependent on Qualifications

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The Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking candidates for the position of Vice Chair for Research.
As a nationally ranked academic surgical program, the Department of Surgery provides high-value patient care, leads in research and innovation, and inspires and educates tomorrow's leaders in surgery.
In addition to providing expert, compassionate clinical care, our surgeons are engaged in scientific inquiry across a broad range of areas, including ground-breaking laboratory research, advanced surgical technology, and health care system innovations designed to guarantee that all our patients have ready access to personalized, compassionate, high-quality surgical care that consistently responds to their individual needs, preferences, and values.
The Vice Chair for Research for the Department of Surgery will be responsible for the full spectrum of research activities within the Department including health services research, clinical trials, translational research, discovery and innovation, and research administration. The Vice Chair is responsible for developing a vision for the research initiatives of the Department and its Divisions in conjunction with the Department's leadership. The Vice Chair will lead the execution of the research vision, develop comprehensive research plans for the different areas, and oversee, mentor, and teach faculty members, research trainees-fellows, staff, students, and other personnel involved in research. Supporting junior faculty members in the academic research journey is another key aspect of the Vice Chair responsibilities.
The Vice Chair for Research is expected to increase the department research funding, participation in clinical trials, and develop cooperative research opportunities within University of Utah, and with other institutions.
The Department is seeking candidates with the following attributes:
1. MD; MD, PhD; or equivalent
2. Federally funded research portfolio, current and/or past
3. Significant experience with mentorship
4. Evidence of experience in program/project leadership

Professional Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of this position include:
Overall

1. Maintain a highly productive research operation with a national and international reputation.

Research Sections and Cores

1. Meet with Research Section Chiefs quarterly to review department research metrics and strategic initiative progress.
2. Oversee resource utilization of the Surgery Core Lab, SPARC, Statistical Services, and Data Science Services.

Administrative and Budget

1. Conduct a semi-annual research budget review for fiscal year planning and progress.
2. Develop and oversee the department of surgery research budget in collaboration with the department's finance and research administration team.
3. Attend monthly meetings with Research Administration Leadership to discuss overall research strategy and assess needs to ensure optimal faculty support.

Leadership

1. Engage in ongoing meetings to review the department's research portfolio and make recommendation to the Chair for corrective actions needed to keep the research operation viable and solvent.
2. Assist and advise the Chair of the Department of Surgery in recruiting/developing/retaining highly productive research faculty.
3. Engage with University of Utah research leadership to promote and advance the Department of Surgery research mission.

Mentorship

1. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior faculty members in defining and developing their research projects and directions (e.g., K & R awards).
2. Provide ongoing mentorship for faculty researchers in development of training, program, and center grant applications.
3. Support faculty to compete successfully for internal and external funding.

Interested applicants must apply at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/144228

For additional information, contact:
Sarah Halbern, MSPH, CCRP
Director, Research and Science
sarah.halbern@hsc.utah.edu

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.

Department: 00263 - Surgery Research
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Track Dependent on Qualifications
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03191F

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/159505

All qualified individuals are strongly 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.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 veterans 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.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinators office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu








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