Associate Professor Jobs in Midvale, UT (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor (DOQ)
Department
00228 - Dermatology
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
Details
The Department of Dermatology at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine invites applications for a new tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor, focused on advancing research in allergy and immunology. We are particularly interested in candidates whose work bridges basic and translational science in immunology with relevance to skin, allergic disease, autoimmune disorders of the skin, and/or cutaneous oncology. Areas of interest include but are not limited to immunologic mechanisms of skin and allergic diseases, integration of molecular and genomic techniques with clinical data, mucosal immunology, and skin reactions to cancer therapy.
Applicants should have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and extramural funding appropriate to their career stage. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and sustain an independent, externally funded research program that aligns with departmental and institutional strengths. A collaborative spirit and interest in interdisciplinary research are highly valued. Candidates must hold an MD, PhD, MD/PhD. Preference may be given to clinician-scientists. Faculty rank and compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position includes a competitive salary, a robust start-up package, and future opportunity for a named Chair appointment. The selected candidate will be encouraged to collaborate with faculty within the Department of Dermatology and across the University of Utah's extensive clinical and research networks.
The University of Utah is an R1 research institution located in Salt Lake City, offering an exceptional quality of life with access to world-class outdoor recreation, a vibrant cultural scene, and a supportive academic community. The University's Department of Dermatology is one of the largest in the country, with over 57 faculty, 12 residents, 2 fellows, 10 advanced practitioners and a robust research program. We are one of the few dermatology departments in the country to include clinical Allergy faculty, fostering exceptional opportunities for collaboration in immunologic skin disease. Additionally, our nationally recognized Immunodermatology Laboratory provides testing for the diagnosis and treatment monitoring of many diseases including autoimmune dermatologic conditions, supported by leading experts in the field. Additional information about the department can be found at: http://medicine.utah.edu/dermatology/
To apply go to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/186235
Questions, contact Amanda Thorn via email: amanda.thorn@hsc.utah.edu
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Interested candidates should submit the following electronically: Curriculum vitae, brief cover letter, names and contact information of three references, a 1-page summary of research accomplishments, and a 2-page description of anticipated research directions. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Please contact Amanda Thorn for additional information or questions.
Open Date
08/07/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN03874F
Type
Faculty