What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Professor or Professor, Nutrition, Metabolism & Rehab Sciences - School of Hlth Professions position at UTMB Health Careers?
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct interdisciplinary research and scholarship related to rehabilitation science (e.g. disability, r-recovery, physical activity and nutritional interventions).
- Publish in high quality journals and write competitive research grants.
- Mentor junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and doctoral students.
- Establish collaborative research relationships with investigators in other academic departments, as well as individuals outside UTMB who are involved in providing rehabilitation services and conducting clinical research.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctoral degree in a field related to rehabilitation science, physical activity or nutrition. The ideal candidate will have postdoctoral research experience and professional licensure or clinical experience in a rehabilitation-related discipline.
- Established program of research related to rehabilitation science (e.g., disability, recovery, physical activity and/or nutritional interventions).
- Experience mentoring students, postdoctoral fellows and/or junior faculty.
- Sustained record of external funding and established history of collaborative research with other professionals, clinicians and students.
- National visibility and recognition in rehabilitation and disability research including editorial board service, federal grant review panels, or fellow status in professional or scientific organizations.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
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