Job Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Cardiology - PhD Basic Scientist
Requisition Number FE03602
Working Title Cardiovascular PhD Basic Scientist
Department Name 7H354:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - CARDIOLO
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Tenure Track
Required Education
Ph.D., M.D., or M.D/Ph.D. in an area related to cardiology
Required Related Experience
Qualifications include a strong and protracted publication record and expertise in cardiovascular research that has translational potential
Required License/Registration/CertificationPh.D. – None
M.D. – KY Medical License, Board certified in Internal Medicine,
Board eligible or board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine
Job SummaryThe University of Kentucky College of Medicine is a renowned location with prominent research programs and teaching. The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine supports the three missions of clinical care, research, and education. Research focuses on translational areas that integrate basic and clinical science. Educational activities include training of residents and fellows and leading courses for medical students.
The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine is currently seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. The current position is available for faculty with potential for translational research. The successful candidate will be appointed in the Department of Internal Medicine. We invite applications from scientists with Ph.D., M.D., or M.D/Ph.D. degrees who will be expected to establish an independent, extramurally funded research program in an area relevant to cardiovascular care and that complements existing activities within the division. Recruited faculty will be expected to establish an innovative, independent and collaborative research program addressing significant and fundamental questions. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The University of Kentucky seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
Interested candidates must send a 1. curriculum vitae; 2. cover letter; 3. statement of current and proposed research plan (two pages maximum attach as Specific Request 1); 4. a teaching statement and a statement of contributions to diversity (attach as Specific Request 2), as well as contact information for only three professional work references.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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