Research Assistant Professor

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, values candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and is committed to equity in education and healthcare. Position Research Assistant Professor – Department of Neurosurgery – Salt Lake City, UT Responsibilities Independent Research Program Development Establish an independent NIH‑funded research program in neuroimaging and computational modeling. Submit R21, R01, and related NIH mechanisms within the first 1–2 years. Develop scalable, hypothesis‑driven research aligned with pediatric and adult cerebrovascular priorities. Co‑develop and co‑lead NIH proposals with neurosurgical faculty. Support departmental grant competitiveness through imaging expertise and quantitative modeling. Participate in a structured departmental research core model. Integration with UCAIR / Radiology Collaborate with UCAIR and Neuroradiology to optimize translational imaging protocols. Leverage shared infrastructure for imaging analysis and AI development. Develop and collaborate with existing researchers within the Imaging & Neurosciences Center (INC) and further establish novel imaging protocols. Contribute to cross‑departmental imaging innovation initiatives. Research Infrastructure & Core Development Develop standardized imaging and analysis pipelines usable by multiple neurosurgical investigators. Serve as a departmental resource for imaging‑based clinical studies. Help build a durable research core supporting both pediatric and adult faculty. Mentor trainees (PhD, postdoctoral, residents) in imaging and translational neuroscience. Contribute to departmental research strategy and academic development. Build interdisciplinary collaborations across campus. Qualifications PhD or MD with post‑doctoral training in neuroimaging, computational modeling, or a related field. Strong track record of independent research and grant funding. Experience with quantitative MRI, artificial intelligence, and longitudinal clinical data. Ability to lead a multidisciplinary research team and collaborate across departments. Excellent communication skills and commitment to training residents and fellows. Legal Statement Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request, and reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. #J-18808-Ljbffr