Adjunct Associate Professor or Professor (part-time), Strategic Adjunct Faculty Engagement Program (SAFEP)

Qualifications

Candidates must:

• Hold a current faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor at an academic institution.
• Possess and MD, PhD, or equivalent degree.
• Have a proven track record of mentoring and sponsorship.
• Receive permission from their home institution to accept the adjunct appointment.
• Have national or international recognition in their field of expertise.

Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty appointed through SAFEP will:

• Mentor one or two Junior faculty members at the University of Utah, meeting at least monthly to provide academic guidance, career development, and professional networking.
• Sponsor Utah faculty for leadership roles, awards, and speaking opportunities to elevate their professional visibility.
• Collaborate on research, including submission of a grant proposal and/or clinical trial with a faculty member of the Division.
• Use the University of Utah adjunct title in their formal communications (e.g., email signature blocks).
• Spend two weeks (10 working days) per year in person on the University of Utah campus participating in teaching, mentoring, research development, and divisional activities, including the Annual Division Retreat each fall.

Compensation And Support Stipend

Provided based on rank and level of engagement. Research funds: Funding available to support collaborative research projects, particularly those involving mentees. Travel Support: Travel and accommodation expenses for the required annual visit and Division retreat are fully covered.

Program Impact

The SAFEP initiative aims to build enduring academic partnerships that enhance national and international visibility. By leveraging the expertise of external academic leaders, the program supports institutional goals through strategic mentorship, collaborative research, and network expansion.

The University of Utah

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The Department of Internal Medicine

The DOIM is an integral part of University of Utah Health. We are committed to working together to serve the people of Utah and beyond by continually improving individual and community health and quality of life. We strive for excellence in education, research, and clinical care, each mission being vital to one another and to our overall success. Independent inquiry, and collegiality form the fabric of everyday life for faculty and students.

Contact Information

Please contact Ramiro Garzon, Division Chief at ramiro.garzon@hci.utah.edu if you have any questions.

Application Instructions

Please visit this link to apply. Please include your curriculum vitae, and a cover letter (signed, dated, and on letterhead, addressing commitment to research excellence and mentoring) when you apply.