Director Ctr. of Emphasis in Diabetes/Metabolism Assc. Prof. or Higher

34790BRExtended Job Title:Director Ctr. of Emphasis in Diabetes/Metabolism Assc. Prof. or HigherOrg Level 1:Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El PasoPosition Description:Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.Requisition ID:34790BROptional Attachments:Research StatementTravel Required:Up to 25%Major/Essential Functions:

Develops and implements a vision for the Center of Emphasis in Diabetes and Metabolism in collaboration with the Department Chair

Develops a strategic plan for growing and enhancing the a) quality, b) visibility, and c) impact of scientific, clinical, and educational programs within the Center, in collaboration with the Department Chair of Molecular and Translational Medicine and the Vice President for Research

Enhances faculty recruitment, maximizes strategic investment of facilities and resources, and fosters the development and expansion of external research funding from national, state and local sources

Builds and sustains an independent, extramurally funded research program and fosters the same for faculty within the Center of Diabetes and Metabolism

Participates in budget development in collaboration with the Department Chair

Fosters collaboration and integrates faculty and trainees around shared interests in diabetes and metabolism research to achieve the Center’s interdisciplinary goals

Promotes the Center’s research, training, and service missions to internal and external stakeholders

Ensures compliance with the regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of ethical conduct in the planning, conducting, and reporting of research and scholarly activity

Participates in teaching team-taught courses at TTUHSC El Paso

Mentors medical students, graduate students, and post-graduate trainees

Participates in academically-related public service complementary to the institutional mission

Adheres to institutional and departmental policies and procedures

Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine’s Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility

Grant Funded?:NoMinimum Hire Rate:salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skillsPay Basis:MonthlyWork Location:El PasoPreferred Qualifications:

Experience in cultivating partnerships and collaborations to build high-quality scientific programsacross the broad spectrum of basic to translational to clinical research in the field of neurosciences

Demonstrated ability to forge interactions as a team player among clinicians, scientists, and other healthcare professionals

Leadership experience in an academic medical center

A track record of recruiting top talent

Active engagement in relevant professional societies

For physician applicants who wish to engage in clinical practice: Board certification by an ABMS member board and a full, unrestricted Texas medical license (or eligibility for licensure) are required

Campus:HSC - El PasoDepartment:Ctr of Exc Obesity/Diabetes Rsch EPRequired Attachments:Cover Letter, Resume / CVJob Type:Full TimePay Statement:Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website (https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan/) .Job Group:Associate ProfessorShift:OtherEEO Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.Required Qualifications:

M.D., Ph.D., or M.D.-Ph.D.; or an equivalent degree in the field of biological sciences

Experience in teaching medical students and/or graduate students

Record of sustained research productivity in the field of metabolic disorders

Active publication record in high-quality peer-reviewed journals

Track record of sustained success in extramural grant funding

Emerging or established national or international reputation

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:YesAre select agents used in this laboratory?:YesJeanne Clery Act:The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx) .