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University of Utah ยท 2 months ago

Research Scientist - Assistant Professor

positionSalt Lake City, UT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level

The University of Utah Health Sciences is seeking a Research Scientist at the rank of Assistant Professor to join the Division of Transplantation Surgery. This position offers the opportunity to lead innovative research in transplantation and hepatobiliary disease while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring trainees.

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Responsibilities

Conduct independent, high-impact research in transplantation immunology and molecular biology
Collaborate with multidisciplinary investigators including chemists, biologists, and clinicians
Interface with faculty across transplantation, hepatobiliary surgery, oncological sciences, and molecular biology
Lead and mentor a small research team (e.g., research assistants, medical students)
Pursue and secure extramural funding to support research initiatives
Mentor trainees at all levels (e.g., undergraduate students, medical students, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows)
Contribute to the division's strategic vision and academic mission

Qualification

Ph.D. in biological sciencesTransplantation immunology researchMolecular biology researchIndependent research aptitudeCollaboration across disciplinesTeam leadershipPublication recordExperience in academic centerStrategic visionMentoring skillsEffective leadershipFostering collaboration

Required

Ph.D. in biological sciences, immunology, molecular biology, or a related field
Demonstrated research interest in transplantation-related immunology and molecular biology
Ability to collaborate across diverse scientific disciplines
Strong aptitude for independent research and team leadership
Commitment to mentoring and academic excellence

Preferred

Robust publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Prior experience in an academic medical center or research-intensive environments
Effective leadership in multidisciplinary environments
Strategic vision aligned with departmental missions in education, research, clinical care, and service
Ability to foster collaboration, quality, and efficiency across teams
Experience working across departments such as Internal Medicine, Radiology, and Anesthesia

Company

University of Utah

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The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah.
dateFounded in 1850
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Salt Lake City, ut, US
people-size10001+ employees
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http://utah.edu

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Funding

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Allison Nicholson
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