Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Phoenix Children’s Research Institute (Phoenix)

Position Overview Please note, as of 03/23/2026, this position is open rank and considering applicants for Assistant, Associate or Full Professor roles. The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix has established the Phoenix Children’s Research Institute to complement and support the growing clinical programs of distinction at Phoenix Children’s. We seek an experienced, accomplished, and innovative independent investigator with an MD, MD/PhD, or PhD degree whose research interests are focused on a field that relates to the health of children and adolescents. The investigator will be expected to build a comprehensive, multi-investigator, interdisciplinary team. A strong track record of publishing peer‑reviewed, high‑impact articles in PubMed‑indexed journals is required. The candidate will be required to submit intramural and extramural research grant proposals in the area of their proposed research program. Finally, the candidate will be expected to participate in the Department and College's educational, training, and service missions. Research laboratories are housed in new, state‑of‑the‑art facilities with core services. The investigator will be expected to perform, develop, and direct the Institute's research activities, fostering collaboration with faculty across the College, Phoenix Children’s, and the University. Duties & Responsibilities Maintain an extensively federally funded and internationally competitive research program. Publish research findings in leading journals. Develop collaborations with pertinent faculty within the college and partner institutions. Contribute to the teaching and service missions of the college. Engage in external academic and professional activities. Minimum Qualifications Have an MD, PhD or MD/PhD degree or the equivalent. Be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the associate professor level or higher. Be eligible for employment with Phoenix Children’s. Have an outstanding track record in scholarship and sustained extramural funding as a principal investigator and demonstrated success in program development and mentoring. Preferred Qualifications Preferred rank and experience level as determined by the institution. Benefits Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! Contact Information Talent Acquisition, Office of Human Resources View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA