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Chair of Pharmaceutical SciencesThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites nominations and applications for the position of CHAIR of Pharmaceutical Sciences (at Associate or Full Professor rank). The successful candidate will be a talented and trusted regional/national leader, who will cultivate and embrace excellence in research, teaching, and service in a predominantly Mexican-American community. This year-round position represents a unique opportunity for an outstanding individual to continue to strategically grow the pharmaceutical sciences team to drive innovative research in diverse disciplines while providing continued support for the integrated curriculum in a relatively new School of Pharmacy at UTEP. Appointment at the Associate Professor/Professor level with the opportunity for administrative advancement in the Dean's office is commensurate with a history of excellence in scholarship, teaching, and leadership. The appointment date is negotiable with the potential to initiate an appointment in the Spring of 2025.RESPONSIBILITIES:This Chair will be expected to: (1) establish and maintain a nationally recognized, federally-funded research program in pharmaceutical sciences; (2) recruit and retain pharmaceutical sciences researchers from varied disciplines; (3) work with UTEP administration to advocate for continued growth and success in pharmaceutical sciences; (4) contribute to and continuously improve the foundational pharmaceutical sciences curriculum using innovative teaching models; (5) work with the School of Pharmacy to maintain accreditation status; (6) collaborate with well-established and funded graduate programs in biomedical sciences, basic sciences, and/or other health-related sciences to support graduate student success; (7) provide leadership and mentoring for the Pharmaceutical Sciences Team including faculty development, budget management, and other administrative functions; (8) engage a culturally diverse Doctor of Pharmacy student body in research experiences; and (9) maintain a university and national record of service.Job Requirements:Candidates must have a doctoral degree in a pharmaceutical science (for example: pharmaceutics, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics), or in a related field, from an accredited institution with documented evidence of:• Success in collaborative scholarship, external funding, and publications;• Experience with curricular development and innovations in teaching in the pharmaceutical sciences at an institution of higher education;• Leadership and mentoring within/across pharmaceutical sciences and practice faculty;• Ability to work effectively as a team with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds;• Involvement of students in research and/or publication opportunities; and• Service in their discipline/profession on the national stage and at their universityAdditional Information:The initial salary is competitive, based on qualifications and experience, and comes with excellent fringe benefits.Hiring decisions are based upon budget approval.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161302jeid-0768322c834d8e40b499c4012a0e34c9" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161302jeid-0768322c834d8e40b499c4012a0e34c9</a>

The University of Texas at El Paso

Chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Associate/Full Professor in Immunology/InflammationThe Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a tenured Associate or Full Professor position in immunology, with an emphasis in systemic chronic inflammation and aging. Addressing health disparities and inequities that contribute to chronic disease development is a critical national priority, especially in Hispanic persons who suffer from extensive health disparities and often are characterized by earlier and worse chronic disease progression. UTEP is a focal point for education and biomedical research for Hispanics living on the US-Mexico border and has been intentional in supporting Hispanic Health Disparities research initiatives. UTEP is poised to become a national leader in this critical area of biomedical research by establishing an advanced health database. The successful candidate should have a strong track record of extramural funding, with significant experience with mentoring leadership, directorship, and participation in large center grant programs. Faculty hired into the rank of tenured full professor will be given the additional honorific title of Regents' Distinguished Research Professor; faculty hired into the rank of associate professor can earn this title upon promotion to full professor with tenure.The Department of Biological Sciences offers two Ph.D. tracks (Bioscience and Ecology/Evolution) and has over 100 graduate students and over 2000 majors. The department boasts multiple state-of-the-art core facilities with full-time staff and BSL3/ABSL3 and research facilities. The core facilities include those focused on mass spectrometry, genomics, tissue culture and high-throughput drug screening, confocal microscopy, bioinformatics and biostatistics. Biological sciences faculty maintain strong collaborative and programmatic ties with multiple UTEP departments, including Psychology, Pharmacy, Physics, Chemistry, and Computer Science. This position represents a unique opportunity for an outstanding investigator and leader to substantially advance scholarship in health disparities research and be a part of crafting/delivering an immunology-based curriculum using innovative teaching models that connect science to practice. Appointment is commensurate with the applicant's history of excellence in scholarship, teaching, and leadership. The start-up package is negotiable, and the anticipated appointment date is Spring 2025.Job Requirements:Candidates must be at the Associate or Full Professor level, and have a Doctorate in immunology or a related field from an accredited institution, with documented evidence of:• Experience leading, directing, and mentoring large center biomedical grant programs;• Success in collaborative scholarship and publications;• A successful research program and sustained extramural funding by major funding agencies/institutions;• Successful teaching in the biomedical sciences or related fields in a higher education institution;• Ability to work effectively as a team with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds;• Involvement of students in research and/or publication opportunitiesAdditional Information:In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161303jeid-fc8f7f875b48024e8563d6f2d02300d3" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161303jeid-fc8f7f875b48024e8563d6f2d02300d3</a>

Associate/Full Professor in Immunology/Inflammation

Open Rank in Occupational TherapyThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) College of Health Sciences invites nominations and applications for a full-time tenured/tenure-track Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy. The new UTEP Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) curriculum has been approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) and granted Preaccreditation status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). This is a 9-month appointment with potential for summer teaching. The successful applicant will be a licensed occupational therapist with an academic doctorate (preferably PhD) in occupational therapy or a related field. Job responsibilities include teaching, scholarly activity (e.g., grant writing, manuscript submissions, and conference presentations), and service to the program, college, university, community, and profession. The anticipated appointment date is fall 2025. The ideal candidate will excel at incorporating active-learning strategies in teaching and have a highly productive research agenda or the potential to develop one. The successful candidate would have an interest in the cultural aspects of the border, embracing the opportunities to work with underserved groups and to collaborate on initiatives regarding border health and health disparities.Job Requirements:Candidates are required to have: (1) an entry-level degree in occupational therapy; (2) an academic doctorate (preferably PhD) in occupational therapy or a related field (ABD will be considered if graduation is anticipated by August 2025); (3) a demonstrated record of scholarly/research activity and potential for securing external funding; (4) demonstrated experience with or potential for graduate teaching excellence; (5) at least 3 years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist; (6) demonstrated skills or potential to develop proficiency in instructional technology; (7) eligibility for occupational therapist licensure in Texas; (8) experience in or potential for service to the program, college, university, community, and profession; and (9) ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred candidates demonstrate (1) a record of securing external funding; (2) post-doctoral research training; (3) a record of substantively involving undergraduate and/or graduate students in scholarship/research; (4) a record of activities aligned with the mission of UTEP, the College of Health Sciences, and the Department of Occupational Therapy; (5) current membership in the American Occupational Therapy Association; and/or (6) a record of leadership roles in occupational therapy.QUALIFICATIONS WITHIN EACH RANK: In addition to the required qualifications delineated above, minimum qualifications for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor include excellence in teaching, a history of grant funding and quality publications in refereed academic journals, and a clear contribution to the discipline. Additional minimal qualifications for appointment at the rank of Professor include demonstrating that the applicant is a mature scholar in their discipline, evidenced by grant funding and publication of significant scholarly works at the same frequency as those holding the professorial rank at similar academic institutions.Additional Information:The initial salary is negotiable and based on qualifications and experience. The position comes with a research start-up package and excellent fringe benefits.Hiring decisions are based upon budget approval.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161304jeid-0443d5df620e224ba5dfc39a10c97179" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161304jeid-0443d5df620e224ba5dfc39a10c97179</a>

Open Rank in Occupational Therapy

Associate/Full Professor in Civil EngineeringThe University of Texas at El Paso seeks a highly qualified full Professor to join its College of Engineering and play a pivotal role in developing a Regional Water Institute. The faculty member will have the opportunity to be appointed in the Department of Civil Engineering at the rank of full Professor. Faculty hired into the rank of tenured full professor will be given the additional honorific title of Regents' Distinguished Research Professor.The Professor is expected to develop and enact the initiative's vision and mission in collaboration with UTEP leadership and the interdisciplinary faculty that formed this initiative. The position provides an opportunity to unite UTEP's water experts into a cohesive and collaborative team and lead interdisciplinary projects. The Professor is expected to strengthen existing relationships and better integrate the initiative's researchers with UTEP's established regional, national, and global partners. The Professor is expected to conduct research that aligns with the effective execution of duties related to water. This faculty appointment is a 9-month appointment, with summer support for the first three years.Job Requirements:Candidate must have a doctorate in Environmental or Civil Engineering or a related field.QualificationsQualifications for this position include excellent leadership and communication skills and a vision for long-term organizational strategies. A key requirement for this role is the ability to integrate teams effectively. The candidate must have nationally recognized expertise in water research, demonstrated by peer-reviewed articles, citations, H-index, patents, and leadership in professional organizations. The candidate must show the ability to sustain extramural research support from diverse sources and effective mentoring to researchers at undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral levels. The candidate should be exceptionally skillful at marketing the initiative and its strengths to federal, state, and local government as well as non-government agencies, industry partners, and philanthropists. The candidate should also bring to UTEP a deep and valuable network of government and industry partners.For appointment as an Associate Professor, candidates must demonstrate significant achievements in teaching, research, and service, including a track record of successful extramural funding and peer-reviewed publications. For Full Professor, candidates are also expected to exhibit sustained excellence and leadership in their discipline, as evidenced by a nationally or internationally recognized body of work, mentorship, and service to the academic and professional community.Additional Information:In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161305jeid-19eb30fb69acc64bb7d4f21fa4a399b9" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161305jeid-19eb30fb69acc64bb7d4f21fa4a399b9</a>

Associate/Full Professor in Civil Engineering

Full/Associate Professor in Microelectronics and SemiconductorsThe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) of The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications from outstanding candidates with expertise in microelectronics and semiconductors for a tenured full/associate professor faculty position.We are seeking candidates with exceptional scholarship and leadership track records to develop, recruit, and lead a faculty cluster dedicated to advancing microelectronics and semiconductor research excellence at UTEP. Candidates should possess a distinguished record of scholarship, leadership, and successful funding that qualify for a tenured position at the rank of full or associate professor. We will consider outstanding candidates who hold a tenure-track assistant professor faculty position with the potential for promotion to tenured associate professor as part of the hiring process.Candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching, contribute institutional and professional service, and develop vigorous, externally funded research programs in their technical areas. Application materials should clearly demonstrate the potential of the candidate to succeed in meeting these expectations.This position is created under the University of Texas System Regents' Research Excellence Program. Faculty hired into the rank of tenured full professor will be given the additional honorific title of Regents' Distinguished Research Professor. Faculty hired at a lower rank will earn this title upon promotion to full professor with tenure.Job Requirements:A Ph.D. in electrical and/or computer engineering or a related field. Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Substantial original contributions to research/knowledge/innovation as evidenced by a strong scholarship, patents, and other creative/entrepreneurial activities based upon the candidate's independent research/academic activities. Demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding and developing a sustained research program. Demonstrated success in mentoring students, post-docs and junior faculty. Demonstrated leadership record in collaborative research projects. Demonstrated national and international recognition in the field as evidenced by honors and awards, invited presentations and publications. Excellent communication skills are required.Candidates are expected to have the scholarship, leadership and funding track record to be hired as a tenured associate/full professor and the application materials should provide evidence in that regard.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Recognitions such as Fellow of a major technical society, membership of the National Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine or appointments to other prominent committees and boards. Experience as director of a nationally funded program, consortia or center. Outstanding record of service as evidenced by a chair of the editorial board of a major journal in their research fieldAdditional Information:Hiring decisions are based on budget approval.SALARY: Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161306jeid-a8e03130c5cf1a4681bfa2224ce98fc7" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161306jeid-a8e03130c5cf1a4681bfa2224ce98fc7</a>

Full/Associate Professor in Microelectronics and Semiconductors

Assistant Professor in Artificial IntelligenceThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor Position in Computer Science (CS), with a research focus on Artificial Intelligence or related areas, starting in the fall of 2025. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a higher rank.Candidates are expected to have a record of high-quality scholarship and should be able to demonstrate the potential for excellence in both research and teaching. The department values and encourages interdisciplinary research, providing a unique opportunity for collaboration across fields. We also value industry/government experience, recognizing the importance of real-world applications in research.Job Requirements:Applicants must hold a doctorate in CS or a closely related field by the time they are hired. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, have the ability to establish an active research program and be motivated to support the student-oriented culture of the department and UTEP's Access to Excellent Higher Education mission.Additional Information:SALARY: Commensurate with experience.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161308jeid-6ba25c7eb5f7044c93669155945c3178" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161308jeid-6ba25c7eb5f7044c93669155945c3178</a>

Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence

Postdoctoral Fellow - KinesiologyThe University of Texas at El Paso College of Health Sciences invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Metabolic Nutrition and Exercise Research (MiNER) Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology. This role offers the opportunity to work on translational research projects focused on skeletal muscle metabolism in the context of diabetes and metabolic diseases. Our lab is dedicated to understanding how diet and exercise influence insulin action, lipid metabolism, and mitochondrial function in humans. By leveraging our access to a predominantly Hispanic population, we aim to develop effective prevention and treatment strategies for obesity and type 2 diabetes. The successful candidate will engage in clinical research, contribute to grant writing, prepare manuscripts for publication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.Essential Functions:• Design and implement translational research studies on skeletal muscle metabolism and metabolic diseases.• Conduct clinical trials with human subjects, including assessments of insulin sensitivity, substrate utilization, and body composition using state-of-the-art techniques.• Prepare and submit IRB applications, ensuring compliance with ethical research practices.• Collect, analyze, and manage complex research data sets.• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present research findings at professional conferences.• Contribute to grant writing efforts.• Assist with the overall management and coordination of ongoing research projects within the MiNER Lab.• Collaborate with and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research methodologies and project execution.Job Requirements:Successful candidates will have earned a Ph.D. in a relevant field (such as Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Public Health, or Biomedical Sciences) by the appointment date. Applicants must demonstrate a proven track record in conducting clinical trials with human subjects, particularly those focused on diabetes and metabolic diseases. In addition, candidates should exhibit technical proficiency in assessing key metabolic parameters, including insulin sensitivity, substrate utilization, and body composition.Candidates should have a strong record of research productivity, including successful internal and external grant writing effort, effective manuscript preparation/publications in peer-reviewed venues. Familiarity with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and regulatory compliance is also required, along with robust skills in the collection, analysis, and management of complex research data.Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary research teams and a strong commitment to translational research. While the primary focus is on clinical research, experience in both clinical and bench research settings will be viewed favorably.Additional Information:This position is funded through the Regents' Research Excellence Program and is contingent upon availability of funds. The initial salary is competitive, based on qualifications and experience, and comes with excellent fringe benefits.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161309jeid-8c26aab27861de40a8fc590be14220aa" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161309jeid-8c26aab27861de40a8fc590be14220aa</a>

Postdoctoral Fellow - Kinesiology

Postdoctoral Fellow - Public Health SciencesThe University of Texas at El Paso College of Health Sciences invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Department of Public Health Sciences diabetes research group. This role offers the opportunity to work on the implementation of science diabetes intervention research projects focused on community diabetes education programs. The Department of Public Health Sciences conducts culturally-centered diabetes intervention research and is dedicated to expanding and scaling interventions at community and organizational levels. This research incorporates curriculum development, health messaging/communication, and community engagement methodologies. By leveraging our access to a predominantly Hispanic population, we aim to develop effective prevention and treatment strategies for diabetes prevention and management. The successful candidate will engage in intervention research, contribute to grant writing, prepare manuscripts for publication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.Essential Functions:• Design and implement translational and implementation science using mixed-methods research.• Conducted clinical trials with human subjects, including assessments of behavioral and physical diabetes prevention/management outcomes, and sociocultural factors.• Prepare and submit IRB applications, ensuring compliance with ethical research practices.• Collect, analyze, and manage complex research data sets.• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present research findings at professional conferences.• Contribute to grant writing efforts.• Assist with the overall management and coordination of ongoing research projects within the Department of Public Health Sciences.• Collaborate with and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research methodologies and project execution.Job Requirements:Successful candidates will have earned a Ph.D. in a relevant field (such as Public Health, Health Sciences, or Health Psychology) by the appointment date. Applicants must demonstrate a proven track record in conducting human subjects research, particularly those focused on diabetes prevention and management. In addition, preferred candidates should exhibit technical proficiency in survey design and quantitative and qualitative analysis and evaluation.Candidates should have a strong record of research productivity, including successful internal and external grant writing efforts and effective manuscript preparation/publications in peer-reviewed venues. Familiarity with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and regulatory compliance is also required, along with robust skills in the collection, analysis, and management of complex research data.Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary research teams and a strong commitment to translational research. While the primary focus is on clinical research, experience in both clinical and bench research settings will be viewed favorably.Additional Information:This position is funded through the Regents' Research Excellence Program and is contingent upon availability of funds. The initial salary is competitive, based on qualifications and experience, and comes with excellent fringe benefits.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161310jeid-0884335054d1ad46bedecdbc0f55d6c0" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161310jeid-0884335054d1ad46bedecdbc0f55d6c0</a>

Postdoctoral Fellow - Public Health Sciences

International Student Advisor- VP Student AffairsJob ID: 13407Location: El Paso, TXFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularAbout UTEPThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.Position InformationHiring Department: International ProgramsPosting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekendsFLSA status: ExemptEarliest Start Date: As soon as possible.Salary: $35,568 annuallyRequired Application Materials:• Resume• Cover Letter• List of three referencesThe primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.Purpose of PositionProvides international students with academic, personal, social, and career information to assist them in adjusting to and participating in campus and community life.Essential FunctionsServes as the Designated School Official (DSO), maintaining the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and all related certification requirements. Organizes SEVIS data processing under the guidelines provided by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and maintains data and quality control management.Establishes, updates and tracks SEVIS files on a quarterly basis.Interprets university and federal regulations and requirements appropriately and provides accurate immigration information to international students; monitors and tracks student immigration status, and maintains appropriate files.Advises students with immigration petitions and applications to include processing for new F-1 visas, work permits, reinstatement, and reduced course load authorizations, change of status, medical leave and economic hardship employment authorization.Coordinates and plans programs that support the unique needs of F-1 international students including the development and implementation of retention strategies and new student orientation program.Provides active case management to an assigned caseload of students. Supports international students experiencing cross-cultural, family, personal or economic crisis, which may impact academic performance. Helps students to access appropriate campus and community services/resources.Assists international students with processing applications for work permits, reinstatements, extensions of stay and other immigration related matters.Works collaboratively with faculty and staff to support the recruitment of international students, particularly those form Mexico and development of strategies to enhance student retention.Recruit, train and counsel student workers as needed.May assist with J-1 exchange students and scholars/Study Abroad Program by supporting J-1 processing and providing classroom presentation/informational sessions; responding to inquiries and advising students and staff about the program and how it fits into the educational plan.Participates in training and maintains a relationship with professional organizations to keep abreast of changes in federal rules and regulations.Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.Complies with all State and University policies.Performs other related duties as assigned.Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's Degree.andExperience: Two years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience in working with diverse and international populations. Ability to read, comprehend and apply complex regulations, and convey them to others.Additional InformationThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6161757jeid-e4433a74e2a4c8468d070cf2daedc754" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6161757jeid-e4433a74e2a4c8468d070cf2daedc754</a>

International Student Advisor- VP Student Affairs

Professor in College of Health Sciences (2 Positions)The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a highly qualified full Professor to join its College of Health Sciences (CHS) and play a pivotal role in developing a Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases. The faculty member will have the opportunity to be appointed in the Department(s) of Kinesiology, Public Health Sciences, or Social Work depending on the candidate's background and preference. Faculty hired into the rank of tenured full professor will be given the additional honorific title of Regent's Distinguished Research Professor; other RREP faculty can earn this title upon promotion to full professor with tenure. In this role, the faculty member will collaborate with current diabetes and metabolic disease researchers and lead initiatives addressing health inequities. They will play a critical role in shaping the strategic vision of the center, driving research, translation, implementation, and training efforts.The faculty member will be expected to collaborate closely with existing researchers within CHS who conduct multicultural and binational research. We are looking for a candidate to leverage their expertise to elevate the research portfolio of the college and the center. This will involve leading interdisciplinary teams, harnessing partnerships with community stakeholders, and pursuing external funding opportunities. By leveraging the collective knowledge and resources within CHS, the faculty member will drive innovation and excellence in research, ultimately advancing our understanding of diabetes and metabolic disorders and their practical applications for improving health outcomes in underserved communities.The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of securing external grants, a strong record of publications, and engaging in impactful research. They will bring a commitment to addressing health disparities and promoting health equity, aligning with CHS's mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change in our region and beyond.Primary Responsibilities• Participate in the Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders Health Equity Initiative leading to a center that advances translational and implementation research, and, training opportunities for doctoral students, post-doctoral fellows and junior faculty.• Mentor CHS junior faculty, post-doctoral fellows and doctoral students in grantsmanship to secure external funding focused on diabetes and metabolic disorders health equity.• Collaborate with CHS scholars.• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the CHS and across campus in diabetes and metabolic disorders research relevant to the U.S.-Mexico border region.Job Requirements:• Doctorate or other terminal degree in a field related to health research.• Professor or Associate Professor with a strong record of externally funded grants from NIH or equivalent.• Expertise in metabolic disorders, diabetes, or related behavior/condition demonstrated by a strong record of publications and extramural funding.• Demonstration of commitment to translational, implementation and/or community-based research among health disparate populations.• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.• Demonstrated record of mentorship of doctoral students, post-doctoral fellows and/or early-career faculty members.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience in conducting research with Latino/Hispanic populations.• Demonstrated leadership in academic or professional settings.• Demonstrated leadership roles in translational and/or implementation science centers.Additional Information:Benefits and Opportunities• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.• Competitive start-up package• Opportunity to shape and lead a cutting-edge research center addressing critical health disparities.• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, research support services, and collaborative partnerships across campus and the region.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at <a href="mailto:titleix@utep.edu" target="_blank">mailto:titleix@utep.edu</a>, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To" target="_blank">mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To</a> apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6160400jeid-10880f0f31e83d4d92ae412bd4d6a46d" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/6160400jeid-10880f0f31e83d4d92ae412bd4d6a46d</a>

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