Research Assistant Professor in College of Health Sciences (2 Positions) jobs in United States
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The University of Texas at El Paso · 4 months ago

Research Assistant Professor in College of Health Sciences (2 Positions)

positionEl Paso, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a highly qualified Research Assistant Professor to join its College of Health Sciences, focusing on diabetes and metabolic diseases research. The faculty member will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to secure external funding and drive innovation in research.

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Responsibilities

Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the CHS and across campus in diabetes and metabolic disorders research
Work with a team of researchers to secure external funding

Qualification

In health researchMetabolic disordersPostdoctoral trainingSecured extramural fundingInterdisciplinary collaborationCommunity-based research

Required

PhD or other doctoral degree in a field related to health research
Expertise in metabolic disorders, diabetes, or related behavior/condition demonstrated by a strong record of publications

Preferred

Postdoctoral training experience demonstrating advanced research preparation
Secured or demonstrated effort in securing extramural research funding
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams
Experience in translation or implementation and/or community-based research relevant to diabetes and metabolic health

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Institutional salary support for up to three years, after which external funding must be secured.
Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, research support services, and collaborative partnerships across campus and the region.

Company

The University of Texas at El Paso

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The University of Texas at El Paso.
dateFounded in 1913
location
El Paso, Texas, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.utep.edu/

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.8M
Key Investors
Google.orgNational Cancer InstituteU.S. Department of Education
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-04-06Grant· $1M
2022-09-13Grant· $0.55M

Leadership Team

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Guadalupe V.
Senior Assoc. Vice President for Business Affairs/Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CGFM
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Mark McGurk
CFO/Vice President for Business Affairs, CPA, CGFM
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