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Healthcare Researchers often collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, such as clinicians, data analysts, and policy experts. One common challenge is aligning different perspectives and terminologies to ensure clear communication and shared objectives. Navigating varying priorities and research methodologies can also require flexibility and strong teamwork skills. Developing effective collaboration strategies is crucial for producing impactful research outcomes and fostering innovation within interdisciplinary settings.

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To become a healthcare researcher, typically a bachelor's degree in a health-related field is required, followed by a master's or doctoral degree such as an MPH or PhD. Gaining experience through internships, research assistant positions, and developing skills in data analysis, statistics, and research methodologies are essential. Certification or training in specific tools like SPSS or SAS can also enhance job prospects.
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Infographic showing various Healthcare Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Family Medicine, Primary Care Researcher

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

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Position/Rank Family Medicine, Primary Care Researcher Department 00223 - FAMILY MEDICINE&PUBLIC HEALTH City Salt Lake City, UT Track Track Dependent on Qualifications New Position to Begin Details
We invite you to join the multidisciplinary faculty of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Division of Family and Community Medicine in the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, University of Utah. We are seeking a dedicated and innovative scientist to conduct research highly relevant to primary care and support the development and growth of our Practice Based Research Network (PBRN). This open-track, open-rank position offers an exciting opportunity to provide leadership in integrating research to patient care, joining a dynamic faculty committed to excellence in patient care, education, scholarship, and research. This faculty position is primarily dedicated to conducting extramurally-funded research and PBRN development, but will also provide opportunities for involvement in education, mentoring, administration/service, and clinical care (if applicable).
Our department is composed of 2 divisions: Family and Community Medicine and Public Health. This structure provides a rich environment for scholarship and collaboration. You will have access to research support including pre-award services, post-award services, and other central administrative research staff. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative research culture, where your contributions can make a significant difference in primary care. We are revitalizing our Practice Based Research Network (PBRN), linking our primary care clinicians and practices together to answer community-based health care questions and translate research findings into practice. Through the PBRN, we engage our clinicians in quality improvement activities and generate evidence in primary care practice to improve the health of all Americans. The Division of Family and Community Medicine includes primary care and urgent care services, involves 11 clinics, spans 5 counties, employs over 200 clinicians, and serves more than 574,600 patients annually.
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background and passion for translational and health services research relevant to primary care practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in both clinical and research settings, with a proven track record of scholarly activity appropriate to the level of experience, including publication and external funding. Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills are essential, as you will work a variety healthcare professionals and researchers.
The position offers opportunity to collaborate with teams of highly successful researchers in the department as well as in the University of Utah Health Sciences, including the newly launched Integrating Medicine and Policy to Achieve Healthcare Transformation (IMPACT) program, the Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences, the Utah Genome Project/Precision Medicine, Cardiovascular Research Center, the Diabetes-Metabolism Research Center, and other centers and departments. Additional collaborative opportunities are available across the University of Utah including in the departments of psychology, sociology, business, social work, engineering, anthropology, economics, and many others.
Key Responsibilities:

Secure extramural funding to support research initiatives to enhance primary care, including supporting the PBRN. This includes writing grants and leading grant writing teams for a variety of potential funders.

Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and community leaders to develop and implement high-quality and impactful research in family medicine and primary care.
Help build, facilitate, and guide research teams involving clinicians, researchers and community stakeholders.
Disseminate research findings through active peer-reviewed publication and similar peer-reviewed outlets for high impact.
Mentor clinicians, junior faculty, and trainees in scholarship and research.
Qualifications

Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in a related field.
Advanced research training (e.g., post-doctoral training, research fellowship), or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience in translational and health services research, including a track record of publications and grant funding appropriate to your career level.
Strong commitment to mentoring in research and scholarship.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Preferred Qualifications:

Track record of work in health behavior change in clinical populations, sleep medicine, women's health and/or primary care workforce and care delivery innovation.
Experience with primary care PBRNs.
Responsibilities:

0.50-.90 Research and Research Administration (PBRN)
0-0.10 Teaching, based on need and fit
Negotiable level Clinical (if applicable)
0.10 Department service, administration, and mentoring
The above are estimates and will be adjusted for individual candidate qualifications and Department needs.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae along with the application.
The online application is available at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191643
For additional information, please contact Bernadette Kiraly, MD at: bernadette.kiraly@hsc.utah.edu

The Department of Family and Preventive Medicine was founded in 1970 making it one of the oldest and most established family medicine departments in the country. Currently ranked #2 in NIH funding in the 2024 Blueridge Report, the Department offers four different graduate degrees, teaches medical students, and trains residents in Family Medicine and Medicine/Pediatrics. The Department of Family and Preventive Medicine optimizes quality of life through scholarship that advances health and wellbeing in home, workplaces, and communities. We value intellectual curiosity, respectful working environment, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and excellence.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

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The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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Special Instructions for Candidates Open Date 11/05/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN03952F Type Faculty

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The University of Utah is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, and an enrollment of more than 38,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universities—an invitation-only, prestigious group of 71 leading research institutions. The U is advancing a new national model for higher education that delivers societal impact through education, research, health care, and community service, while making social, economic, and cultural contributions that improve lives across Utah and around the world.

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