Position Information **Position/Rank** Industrial Hygiene (Tenure Track) Faculty Member / Rank Dependent on Qualifications (Faculty) **Department** 00965 - Occ. Environmental Health **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Track** Tenure Track **New Position to Begin** When filled **Details** **Industrial Hygiene (Tenure Track)** The nationally-recognized Industrial Hygiene (IH) program at the University of Utah is seeking tenure-track faculty (open rank) to contribute to our teaching, research and service missions. The IH program has a deep commitment to student success, which has spurred increased enrollment in recent years and created an engaged group of students and alumni. The IH program faculty have research strength in aerosol science and exposure assessment, and seek colleagues with complementary skills who value innovative, collaborative inter-disciplinary research. The IH program values diversity in all dimensions. The IH program is supported by the NIOSH -funded Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health and is based in the Division of Occupational and Environmental Health in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine. The IH program offers both Masters’ and Doctoral degrees. The University of Utah, located in beautiful Salt Lake City, is the flagship institution for higher education in Utah, and was recently ranked Utah’s best employer by Forbes Magazine. The University of Utah is a research-intensive doctoral-granting institution. Consistent with these roles, the University of Utah provides contemporary infrastructure to support research and teaching. **Job Summary:** The primary responsibilities of this position include: developing and maintaining an extramurally-funded research program; teaching up to two graduate courses per year; recruiting and mentoring graduate students; and performing service to the University and profession. Appointment at advanced rank may involve up to 25% effort in administrative service activities. **Technical Responsibilities:** Develop and maintain an extramurally-funded research program in an area related to IH. Mentor graduate students in academics and research. Teach graduate courses. Engage in professional outreach activities. **Supervisory Responsibilities:** The position requires supervision and mentorship of graduate students. Appointment at advanced rank requires mentorship of junior faculty, and assuming more administrative responsibilities, as needed. **Qualifications:** A PhD. in Occupational and/or Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is required. For advanced rank, five or more years of experience in IH is required. Demonstrated potential to acquire extramural research funding is preferred, and is required for appointments at advanced rank. Certification as a CIH , or the ability to become certified, is highly desirable. _Candidates should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae, along with the completed application. The online application is available at:_ **https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/160797** Questions about the IH program can be directed to: Darrah Sleeth, PhD, CIH Associate Professor Division of Occupational and Environmental Health Department of Family and Preventive Medicine University of Utah 375 Chipeta Way, Suite A Salt Lake City, UT 84108 801-585-3587 Darrah.Sleeth@utah.edu The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. **EEO/Non-Discrimination Information** All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. 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Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. **Special Instructions for Candidates** _Candidates should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae._ **Open Date** 02/28/2024 **Close Date** **Open Until Filled** Yes **Requisition Number** PRN03570F **Type** Faculty