Position DetailsBanner Position Number 001700
Position Title Associate Professor / Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Cardiovascular Services
Classification Title Associate Professor
Department SOM-Cardiovascular Services - MU9452
Job Description Primary 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.
Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity
Qualifications
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
Required Qualifications
Education - Ph.D.. M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related field.
Experience - 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 Qualifications
EducationExperience - 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
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number MU1765F
Open Date 12/12/2025
Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
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