University of Utah Financial Services · 3 months ago
Research Scientist - Assistant Professor
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Utah Health Sciences is seeking a Research Scientist at the rank of Assistant Professor to join the Division of Transplantation Surgery. This role involves leading innovative research in transplantation and hepatobiliary disease while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring trainees.
Financial Services
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
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
Benefits
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”).
Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).
Company
University of Utah Financial Services
Financial Services at the University of Utah is your partner in financial success.
Founded in 1850
201-500 employees
Funding
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