"Associate Professor, Cardiovascular Epidemiology Medicine"

Associate Professor, Cardiovascular Epidemiology Medicine

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) – Galveston, Texas

UTMB Health is a $2.2 billion academic health science center comprised of five hospitals, an extensive network of outpatient clinics, and Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Public and Population Health, and Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Our research enterprise spans all schools and ten exceptional centers under the umbrella of three institutes with more than 150 scientists and physician scientists involved in infectious diseases research across campus. UTMB has a long and remarkable history of advancing health sciences education, research, and patient care. It was the first academic health center in Texas and is home to the state’s first schools of medicine, nursing, and allied health sciences. At UTMB, you’ll be part of a supportive and innovative academic environment committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. We offer a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the field of Infectious Disease.

Associate Professor, Cardiovascular Epidemiology Medicine will play a key role in advancing cardiovascular population health research at UTMB.

Essential Functions will include:

• Expanding the Galveston Heart Study – Continue the development of this flagship cohort.
• Research and Publication – Lead the publication of original research manuscripts with the goal of increasing the departments research productivity and visibility.
• Collaborative Engagement – Foster and grow collaborative research partnerships.
• Mentorship and Training – Support the training of postdoctoral Fellows and Research staff.
• Grant Development – Lead and contribute to the preparation of competitive extramural grant applications.
• Curriculum Development – design and deliver a 3-5 lecture series focused on Cardiovascular Epidemiology, outcomes research, and large dataset/registry methods to postdoctoral trainees.

Candidate Requirements:

• Ph.D., or doctoral equivalent in any field
• Scientific Research Experience
• U.S. Citizenship or Employment Authorization to work in the U.S.

Income Package: Salary will be commensurate with Academic rank, qualifications, experience, and educational background. In addition, UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance as well as many other potential incentives.

Living in communities served by UTMB Health: Please visit http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/ to learn more about living and working in Galveston and the surrounding communities.

APPLY TODAY!! Send a current and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to Skott Harrington - saharrin@utmb.edu

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