Associate Dean, Clinical and Translational Research (Assist/Assoc/Full Professor)

University of Arizona

life insurance, vision insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Sep 22, 2024

Associate Dean, Clinical and Translational Research (Assist/Assoc/Full Professor)
Posting Number	req20217
Department	Medicine Administration
Department Website Link	https://medicine.arizona.edu/research/overview
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address	1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights	The position of the Associate Dean, Clinical and Translational Research is to provide leadership to patient-oriented research and to coordinate the translation of technologies from bench to bedside at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson. This Associate Dean will provide important scientific input, medical direction and oversight to clinical and translational research within the College by coordinating with investigators and clinical trials units, promoting clinical research within the College and providing opportunities for new investigators to participate in and lead clinical trials and related research. Reporting to the Vice Dean, Research and Graduate Studies, the Associate Dean, Clinical and Translational Research will also develop didactic and instructional opportunities for faculty to learn and engage in clinical trials research, translational programs and medical science. This position will be up to 0.20 FTE and it is expected that the candidate will couple their Deanship FTE with one or more of the tripartite mission areas towards a 1.0 FTE. The successful candidate will also fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in an appropriate department, actively participate in teaching, clinical service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (NTE/TE/T). Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Increase the clinical research portfolio, both NIH type sponsored research, cooperative group, investigator initiated or industry sponsored clinical trials. Expand clinical research and study subject accrual into clinical trials across the College of Medicine-Tucson. Develop College of Medicine-Tucson programs in the translational and clinical sciences that translate discoveries toward clinical implementation. Interface with University entities that focus on technology translation. Develop clinical and translational research training programs and opportunities for junior investigators to increase engagement among trainees and junior faculty. Interface with Banner clinical research and align strategic priorities for clinical and translational research growth. Interface with University Arizona Health Sciences (UAHS) clinical research infrastructure and other UAHS entities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent communication skills. Understanding of the unique aspects of the UA/Banner partnership.
Minimum Qualifications	Must have MD degree or equivalent from an accredited institution and be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment. Board certified by the American Board of Medical Subspecialties and eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona. Eligible for clinical privileges at B-UMCT. Three years of clinical research experience.
Preferred Qualifications	At least 3 years of ongoing experience opening, accruing and closing clinical trials. Experience overseeing and supervising clinical research and principal investigators of clinical trials. Established experience in working with diverse communities. Experience building and overseeing clinical research programs, including clinical trials. Advanced training/degree in biomedical research.
Rank	To be Determined
Tenure Information	To be Determined
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	DOE
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Casandra Sanchez \| casandrasanchez@arizona.edu
Open Date	8/15/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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