Transplant Immunologist – Research, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
Description:
The Department of Surgery at the University of Arizona is seeking a Transplant Immunologist with experience related to tolerance induction. Responsibilities include the development and administration of the transplant immunology program, in collaboration with transplant surgeons in the Section of Abdominal Transplantation and a multidisciplinary team to provide adult and pediatric kidney, liver, and pancreatic transplantation and patient care.
Faculty appointment rank and tenure eligibility will commensurate with experience.
The University of Arizona's College of Medicine and the University Medical Center - the primary teaching affiliate - are located at the Arizona Health Sciences Center in the high desert community of Tucson, a rapidly growing city of nearly 1 million.
The College of Medicine recognizes the value of diversity of people, thought, perspective and experience. As the sole allopathic medical college in the state of Arizona, the UA COM's mission includes the provision of its services and resources to all Arizona residents. The College's commitment to creating and supporting programs that enhance diversity of thought, background, ethnicity and perspective, and which attract a diverse faculty to serve diverse populations is evident in part through the following programs: the National Center of Excellence in Women's Health, the Arizona Hispanic Center of Excellence, the Office of Outreach and Multicultural Affairs, the Native American Research and Training Center, and the award winning Telemedicine program.
The department is seeking an individual who is able to work with diverse students, trainees and colleagues, and who has experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and life insurance; vacation, sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for employee and qualified family members; access to campus cultural and recreational activities; retirement, and more.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Development and administration of transplant immunology program.
* Collaboration with abdominal transplant team and multidisciplinary health care professionals.
* Participation in education of medical students/residents/ fellows, as well as undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students
Additional Minimum Qualifications:
* PhD in Immunology or closely related field.
* Experience related to tolerance induction.
* Proven record of research excellence related to transplantation.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Administrative experience evidenced by successful program development.
* Established expertise in working with diverse communities.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
The University of Arizona conducts pre-employment screening for all positions, which includes a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and work history. In addition, a check of names and identification documents is conducted on all new employees to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the United States.
Contact:
CV and letter of interest with two reference names to:
Rainer Gruessner MD
Professor and Chairman
Department of Surgery, Room 5408
PO Box 245066
Tucson, AZ 85724
rgruessner@u.arizona.edu
Web Link:
www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=192825
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.
The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer.
