Assistant Professor of Pediatrics

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics. The candidate should have an established track record in conducting independent research, publishing novel scientific findings, and obtaining extramural funding. The candidate will be responsible for reading the appropriate literature, writing manuscripts, submitting grant proposals, supervising technical staff and directing post-doctoral fellows. Participate in Departmental teaching activities, lecturing in areas of expertise, directing courses as appropriate, and developing new courses that may benefit the University. Candidate will also expand academic accomplishments by publishing, presenting faculty member’s research at national and international meetings, and obtaining extramural funding. Individual will be expected to maintain an extramurally funded independent research program. Mentor postdoctoral fellows, MD/PhD students, and graduate students, assisting these individuals to develop their research and teaching skills. Manage resources provided, regardless of the source, in compliance with University Governing and Administrative Regulations, Commonwealth Statutes, and other federal policies on the management of research.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Established track record in conducting independent research
• Publishing novel scientific findings
• Obtaining extramural funding
• Reading and interpreting literature
• Writing manuscripts
• Submitting grant proposals
• Supervising technical staff and post-doctoral fellows
• Participating in Departmental teaching activities
• Lecturing in areas of expertise
• Directing courses and developing new courses
• Mentoring postdoctoral fellows, MD/PhD students, and graduate students
• Maintaining an extramurally funded independent research program
• Managing resources in compliance with University regulations

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Not specified

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Not specified