Research Assistant Professor in College of Health Sciences (2 Positions)

The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a highly qualified Research Assistant Professor to join its College of Health Sciences (CHS). The faculty member will have the opportunity to be appointed in the Department(s) of Kinesiology, Public Health Sciences, or Social Work, depending on the candidate's background and preference.

In this role, the faculty member will collaborate with current researchers conducting diabetes and metabolic diseases research agendas. Institutional funding will support the position for up to three years, with the expectation that external funding is secured by the fourth year to sustain their salary and research program.

The faculty member will be expected to collaborate closely with researchers within CHS in the areas of diabetes and metabolic diseases. We are seeking candidates to leverage their expertise and elevate the college's research portfolio. This will involve working with interdisciplinary teams and pursuing external funding opportunities. By leveraging the collective knowledge and resources within CHS, the faculty member will drive innovation and excellence in research, ultimately advancing our understanding of diabetes and metabolic disorders and contribution to advancing the scientific workforce in the field.

The successful candidate will have a strong record of publications, and evidence of engaging in impactful research.

Primary Responsibilities

• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the CHS and across campus in diabetes and metabolic disorders research.
• Work with a team of researchers to secure external funding.

Job Requirements:

• PhD or other doctoral degree in a field related to health research.
• Expertise in metabolic disorders, diabetes, or related behavior/condition demonstrated by a strong record of publications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral training experience demonstrating advanced research preparation.
• Secured or demonstrated effort in securing extramural research funding.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience in translation or implementation and/or community-based research relevant to diabetes and metabolic health.

Additional Information:
Benefits and Opportunities

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Institutional salary support for up to three years, after which external funding must be secured.
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, research support services, and collaborative partnerships across campus and the region.

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
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