Marshall University School of Pharmacy · 1 month ago
Associate Professor / Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Cardiovascular Services
Huntington, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMarshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history and a commitment to advancing the public good through education and research. The role involves leading research projects related to cardiovascular disease and mentoring medical residents, while also contributing to grant applications and fostering collaboration across disciplines.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serves as Principal Investigator or Co- Investigator on research projects related to cardiovascular disease, aging, obesity diabetes, and chronic kidney disease
Develop and maintain a robust, independently funded research program in mechanistic translational, or population-based cardiovascular science
Lead and contribute NIH R01 and other major grant applications
Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings
Foster collaboration with clinical and basic science faculty across disciplines
Mentor medical residents, graduate residents, and postdoctoral fellows
Pursue and maintain external funding from NIH, AHA, CDC, and other agencies
Engage in limited teaching responsibilities as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related field
At least five years of faculty-level research experience
Demonstrated success as a Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on NIH R01 grants
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Proven ability to secure extramural funding and lead multidisciplinary research initiatives
Preferred
Previous involvement in translational or community-based research is essential
Experience working with underserved or rural population is a plus
Familiarity with cardiometabolic health disparities specific to Appalachia
History of mentoring junior investigators in research and grant writing
Benefits
Health Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
Educational/Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.
Company
Marshall University School of Pharmacy
At Marshall University School of Pharmacy, our mission is to prepare future pharmacists who can meet the unique healthcare needs of patients in the 21st century.
11-50 employees
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