University of Utah
Pediatric Neurologist - Physician Scientist
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Pediatric Neurologist - Physician Scientist
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.Position InformationPosition/Rank:
Pediatric Neurologist - Physician Scientist / Rank Dependent on QualificationsDepartment:
00861 - Pediatric NeurologyCity:
Salt Lake City, UTNew Position to Begin:
FY2024Details:
The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a Pediatric Neurologist – Physician Scientist. Will be a key member of the clinical team and provide subspecialty patient care in inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology settings with 25% effort assigned to clinical duties. Clinical activities may take place at Primary Children’s Hospitals in Salt Lake City and Lehi, the Clinical Neurosciences Center, and Riverton Hospital. As a Physician Scientist, 75% effort will be dedicated to Research and Investigation. The qualified candidate should have a proven publication record; demonstrated or high likelihood of extramural funding; and synergy with ongoing programs such as epilepsy, genetic therapies, neuromuscular, neonatal, or leukodystrophy. Candidates with less than 50% research effort will not be considered. The Division maintains specialty interests in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, stroke and vascular disease, movement disorders, epilepsy, and functional neuroimaging. In addition to clinical service, there is both opportunity and expectation for academic work, including scholarly activity, teaching, investigation/research, and administration, as well as advocacy.Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology. Must have a proven publication record with demonstrated or high likelihood of extramural funding. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Tenure track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.The Department and University offers a competitive salary and unmatched benefits program including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.City Overview:
Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West, with a nationally recognized broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.Interested individuals can apply for the position at
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/150425 . Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief, at
joshua.bonkowsky@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.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.Special Instructions for Candidates:
Open Date: 07/07/2023. Close Date: Open Until Filled.
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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.Position InformationPosition/Rank:
Pediatric Neurologist - Physician Scientist / Rank Dependent on QualificationsDepartment:
00861 - Pediatric NeurologyCity:
Salt Lake City, UTNew Position to Begin:
FY2024Details:
The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a Pediatric Neurologist – Physician Scientist. Will be a key member of the clinical team and provide subspecialty patient care in inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology settings with 25% effort assigned to clinical duties. Clinical activities may take place at Primary Children’s Hospitals in Salt Lake City and Lehi, the Clinical Neurosciences Center, and Riverton Hospital. As a Physician Scientist, 75% effort will be dedicated to Research and Investigation. The qualified candidate should have a proven publication record; demonstrated or high likelihood of extramural funding; and synergy with ongoing programs such as epilepsy, genetic therapies, neuromuscular, neonatal, or leukodystrophy. Candidates with less than 50% research effort will not be considered. The Division maintains specialty interests in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, stroke and vascular disease, movement disorders, epilepsy, and functional neuroimaging. In addition to clinical service, there is both opportunity and expectation for academic work, including scholarly activity, teaching, investigation/research, and administration, as well as advocacy.Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology. Must have a proven publication record with demonstrated or high likelihood of extramural funding. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Tenure track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.The Department and University offers a competitive salary and unmatched benefits program including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.City Overview:
Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West, with a nationally recognized broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.Interested individuals can apply for the position at
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/150425 . Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief, at
joshua.bonkowsky@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.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.Special Instructions for Candidates:
Open Date: 07/07/2023. Close Date: Open Until Filled.
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