Vice-Chair for Vision Research
Job Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah's John A. Moran Eye Center is seeking a visionary and service-oriented leader to serve as Vice Chair for Vision Research. This tenure-track position will be at the Associate or Full Professor level (commensurate with experience).
About the Role
We are looking for a candidate with demonstrated leadership in shaping research strategy, fostering collaborative environments, and mentoring investigators toward successful grant funding and academic promotion. The ideal candidate will have a strong record of sustained NIH, industry, or foundation support and a passion for enabling the success of others.
Essential Functions
- Work closely with departmental leadership to expand and support a thriving research community
- Recruit top-tier talent
- Align research efforts with institutional priorities
Qualifications
- PhD &/or MD degree
- Experience in leading research initiatives
- Proven track record obtaining grant funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience running a research laboratory, mentoring/teaching faculty & staff
- Experience participating in university and professional administrative societies and committees
Contact Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should include the following items to Julee LaMothe through the University of Utah job site: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/189216.