Toxicology Medical Director/Clinical Chemist/Clinical Pathologist - University of Utah and ARUP Laboratories

Job Title: Toxicology Medical Director/Clinical Chemist/Clinical Pathologist
Position/Rank: DOQ
Department: 00247 - Pathology
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin: ASAP

The Department of Pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and ARUP Laboratories is seeking a toxicologist, clinical chemist, or clinical pathologist with expertise in clinical toxicology and an interest in developing a strong academic career in this area.

This faculty member will be a medical director of toxicology at ARUP Laboratories and join a team that directs the clinical analyses of therapeutic and illicit drugs and other toxicants in several matrices. The successful applicant will have experience in clinical assay development and validation, quality control and quality assurance, interpretation of laboratory test results, and consultation with physicians and other health care providers. Participation in the research and development efforts conducted at ARUP Laboratories, the academic mission of the Department of Pathology, providing education to laboratory staff, pathology residents, post-doctoral fellows, and other University of Utah students is also expected.

Applicants require a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree. The faculty appointment will be made at a rank (assistant/associate/full professor) commensurate with experience. PhD candidates should be board certified or eligible by ABCC and/or ABFT. MD candidates should be board certified or eligible in clinical pathology by ABP. NYDOH Certificate of Qualification (or eligible) for relevant specialty categories is also required. Expertise with primary technologies currently employed (immunoassay, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS) is desirable, as is research experience and a record of scholarly publications and presentations.

Interested candidates should submit electronically to https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/122601
a curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing experience and current and future interests, and the names and contact information of three individuals who could provide letters of recommendation. For more information, please contact Joely Straseski, PhD, Section Chief, Chemistry Division at ARUP Laboratories (joely.a.straseseki@aruplab.com; (801) 583-2787 x3696).

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, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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.

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