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Position/Rank Translational Clinical Investigator in Diabetes and Metabolism Department 00236 - Endocrinology/Diabetes Researc City Salt Lake City, UT Track Track Dependent on Qualifications New Position to Begin upon hire Details
The Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah is seeking outstanding applicants for academic faculty positions. We are interested in candidates who will expand our research programs in the areas of diabetes, obesity, and metabolism. The successful candidate will develop an independent, extramurally funded research program.
New faculty will be appointed in the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes and will be members of the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Center (DMRC). The DMRC is an interdisciplinary center that unites clinicians, researchers, and educators to advance innovative research in diabetes and metabolic health across Utah and the Intermountain West. The DMRC includes more than 100 faculty members across multiple schools and departments and supports research through faculty recruitment, pilot grants, symposia, seminars, and training programs.
Successful applicants will have access to a wide range of resources, including the Utah Population Database and the Center for Clinical & Translational Science, as well as clinical data from the University of Utah Comprehensive Weight Management Program and the Utah Diabetes and Endocrinology Center. They will also be able to leverage programs supported by the Driving Out Diabetes Initiative, a strategic effort to reduce the burden of diabetes and its comorbidities through clinical, research, and community engagement. These programs include the Wellness Bus, Childhood Diabetes Prevention Programs, and the National Diabetes Prevention Program.
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a medical degree, be board-certified or board-eligible in Endocrinology, and eligible for a Utah Medical License. Candidates should have experience in pursuing independent research.
Preference will be given to applicants with a strong track record in their area of expertise, as evidenced by first or senior author scientific publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, conference presentations, a history of successful program building, and recognition in the national and international diabetes and metabolism community.
Send inquiries to: Corrine K. Welt, MD, Professor of Medicine and Division Chief
c/o Debra Anderton at debra.anderton@hsc.utah.edu
Please apply online here - https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/187488
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Open Date 08/19/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN03885F Type Faculty
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