Associate Professor

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology is seeking highly motivated applicants with well-documented expertise in clinical research to join a growing and dynamic team of faculty in the College of Medicine devoted to improvement of outcomes for patients with kidney disease. This is a full-time, non-tenure track position. The position requires a strong interest and research track record in one or more of the following focus areas: Clinical Outcomes Research, Comparative Effectiveness, Health Information Technology.

Successful candidates will hold an MD, PhD, or relevant doctoral degree, have demonstrated scientific expertise, an ability to acquire external, investigator-initiated funding, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Candidates with an MD degree and with clinical experience will be preferable.

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.

Confidential review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. Submit letters of nomination, applications (with a letter of interest, a complete CV, and a list of three references) or inquiries to L. Darryl Quarles, MD, Chief, Division of Nephrology, University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

REQUIREMENTS:

MDor PhD degree. Strong interest and research track record in one or more of the following focus areas: Clinical Outcomes Research, Comparative Effectiveness, Health Information Technology. Demonstrated scientific expertise.

HOURS:

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (M/F), 40 hours weekly

LOCATION:

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

CONTACT:

L. Darryl Quarles, MD, Chief, Division of Nephrology
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis
956 Court Avenue, Ste B226 
Memphis, TN 38163.