Position Information

Position/Rank Mid-Career Tenure-line Faculty Positions

Department 00988 - CON DACC DIVISION

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Tenure Track

New Position to Begin When filled

Details

Mid-Career Tenure-line Faculty Positions

Position Summary: The University of Utah College of Nursing seeks applicants for mid-career tenure-line faculty positions. We seek innovative nurse scientists with extramurally-funded programs of research, to enhance and expand our high priority research programs in the areas of health equity, social determinants of health and/or chronic)/serious illness(es); women’s health, gerontology, and caregiving research; as well as informatics, clinical and translational research. Applicants must also have experience in teaching undergraduate or graduate nursing or gerontology students. The College of Nursing values candidates who have experience working with students from different backgrounds and are strongly committed to improving access to, and success in higher education for all students. We strongly encourage applications from all candidates from all populations, including those who have been underrepresented and with nontraditional backgrounds.

College of Nursing: Consistently ranked in the top 25 in NIH funding among Colleges of Nursing, The University of UtahCollege of Nursingis a focal point for clinicians and researchers to collaboratively improve individual, family, community health, and quality of life. The University of Utah College of Nursing prepares nurses at all education levels with a current enrollment of more than 700 students. The College hasten Endowed Chairs, and is home to theGerontology Interdisciplinary Program.TheEmma Eccles Jones Nursing Research Centerprovides infrastructure and support for the College of Nursing research mission and includes a biostatistics core.

University: As a Carnegie R1 research intensive university and member of the American Association of Universities, the University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and will join the Big 12 Conference in 2024. Nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, numerous interdisciplinary centers support team science within the University of Utah Health Sciences, including the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the NIH -funded Clinical & Translational Science Institute . The Utah Population Database, with over 7 million linked genealogical and clinical records, is a unique resource for population-based research. The University’sTechnology Licensing Officesupports faculty in transforming of ideas into practical, commercially viable products and services. Please visit the following linked webpages for more information about theUniversity of Utah CON , CON Research,Faculty Careers at the University of Utah, andLiving in Utah.

Principal Functions and Responsibilities: Faculty in the tenure-line engage in independent and team- based research in their area of concentration. Opportunities for teaching in the doctoral, post- doctoral or other programs are matched to the candidate’s expertise.

Criteria: Candidates must be registered nurses, or advanced practice registered nurses who earned a research doctorate in nursing or a related field. Candidates should have evidence of external funding (e.g., K, R03, R21, ADA , AHA ), a record of scholarship, and demonstrated experience teaching/mentoring. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Application and Inquiries: Interested candidates should apply online by submitting a completed application at:https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/161265.

The application requires: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter, and 3) three letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U of U Health. Please note that letters must be signed, dated, and on letterhead. Cover letters should address the candidate’s commitment to research and teaching.

For additional information, please contact tenure-line Faculty Search Committee Chair, Dr. Linda Edelman atlinda.edelman@nurs.utah.eduor Cami Zollinger, Faculty Affairs Manager atcami.zollinger@nurs.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.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

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 veteran’s 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 Coordinator’s 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

Notice

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). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date 03/13/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN03507F

Type Faculty