Associate Professor / Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Cardiovascular Services

Primary Responsibilities

Serves as Principal Investigator or Co- Investigator on research projects related to cardiovascular disease, aging, obesity diabetes, and chronic kidney disease.
Develop and maintain a robust, independently funded research program in mechanistic translational, or population-based cardiovascular science.
Lead and contribute NIH R01 and other major grant applications.
Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings.
Foster collaboration with clinical and basic science faculty across disciplines.
Mentor medical residents, graduate residents, and postdoctoral fellows.
Pursue and maintain external funding from NIH, AHA, CDC, and other agencies.
Engage in limited teaching responsibilities as appropriate.

Qualifications

At least five years of faculty-level research experience
Demonstrated success as a Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on NIH R01 grants
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Proven ability to secure extramural funding and lead multidisciplinary research initiatives

Requirements

Previous involvement in translational or community-based research is essential
Experience working with underserved or rural population is a plus
Familiarity with cardiometabolic health disparities specific to Appalachia
History of mentoring junior investigators in research and grant writing

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity

Location

MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine