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Position/Rank Academic Pediatric Endocrinologist - Abbreviated Search - Syndey Look
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to BeginDetails The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Pediatric Endocrinologist. This academic physician will join a clinical team currently consisting of 13 physicians, 4 advanced practice clinicians, and 3 pediatric endocrine fellows. This position provides medical management to children with diabetes and other endocrine-related diagnoses on both an inpatient and outpatient basis and participates in the education of pediatric fellows and residents. In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work, including education, investigation, and administration activities, as well as advocacy.
This is primarily a clinical position with teaching responsibilities, but there will be opportunities for research activities as well. Current academic research interests include the genetics of type 1 diabetes, prevention or delaying onset of type 1 diabetes, obesity and type 2 diabetes, growth disorders, and diabetes management.
The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology is a collegial and growing division that provides specialty care for children with pediatric endocrine conditions including metabolic disorders, bone density/DXA scans, Turner syndrome, Prader Willi syndrome, differences in sexual development, and support, accredited CF center for diabetes related cystic fibrosis, an Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes program, and an ADA recognized diabetes clinic and education program. Outpatient clinical activities are based in Primary Children's Hospital Miller Campus in Lehi, UT; Eccles Primary Children's Outpatient Services in Salt Lake City, UT; and regular outreach clinics held in St George, Logan, and Layton, UT. Inpatient clinical activities are carried out at Primary Children's Hospital Miller Campus, Primary Children's Hospital Main Campus, and the University of Utah Hospital. In addition, we provide regular call coverage for the Alaska Native Medical Center.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Endocrine Medicine. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics as Assistant Professor on the Clinical Track.
The Department/University offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose, paid time off, and non-contributory retirement contributions equal to 20.2% of annual earnings. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.
Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West, with a nationally recognized Broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state's renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 15 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day's drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/208849. Cover letter and curriculum vitae required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Vandana Raman, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes, at
[email protected].
Special Instructions for CandidatesOpen Date 09/04/2026
Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04114F
Type Faculty
