Position Information **Position/Rank** Associate / Professor DOQ **Department** 00283 - Molecular Pharmaceutics **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Track** Tenure Track **New Position to Begin** 07/01/2025 **Details** **Sung Wan Kim Endowed Chair in Drug and Gene Delivery** The University of Utah College of Pharmacy seeks excellent applicants for the Sung Wan Kim Chair in Drug and Gene Delivery in the Department of Molecular Pharmaceutics at the Associate Professor or Full Professor levels. The Sung Wan Kim Chair in Drug and Gene Delivery is supported by an endowment honoring Dr. Sung Wan Kim, a pioneer in drug delivery and biomaterials research who was Distinguished Professor of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering until his untimely passing in 2020. Dr. Kim’s intent for the endowment was to support a leader in drug and gene delivery and related areas. Eligible candidates will have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, with a sustained record of peer reviewed funding, distinguished international reputation, and a substantial research and publication record in any of the following fields – drug and gene delivery, nanomedicine, gene therapy, molecular imaging and theranostics, biomedical engineering, immunology, cell biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields. Opportunities exist for successful candidates to align research areas with campus-wide initiatives such as data science and artificial intelligence, immunology, inflammation and infectious diseases, diabetes and metabolism, neuroscience, genomic medicine, chemical biology, and cancer. The Department and the University of Utah offer unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations and actively encourage translational research with clinicians and scientists in the Health Sciences Center and the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Candidates must also be committed to teaching excellence in subjects relevant to both graduate (PhD) and professional (PharmD) programs in the College of Pharmacy. Housed in the state-of-the-art Skaggs Research Institute, the Department of Molecular Pharmaceutics is one of the most recognized departments of its type, with highly accomplished faculty in drug delivery research and education, and a history of significant extramural funding and scholarly output. The Department contributes significantly to the reputation of the University of Utah, a member of the Association of American Universities. The Department is home to internationally recognized centers, including the Center for Controlled Chemical Delivery, Center for Cell Sheet Tissue Engineering, and Utah Center for Nanomedicine, and has strong ties with the Department of Biomedical Engineering with many faculty cross-listed. Notably, the Department makes important contributions to economic development and patient health through leading edge innovations that result in new technologies and patents. More information about the Department can be found at**https://pharmacy.utah.edu/pharmaceutics/**. Salt Lake City offers an exceptional quality of life with plenty of opportunities for outdoor and cultural recreation. As Utah’s flagship institution, the University of Utah is increasingly recognized nationally and internationally for its cutting-edge research and quality of educational programs. It is a research-intensive institution with an annual excess of $750M in research funding, a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere, state-of-the-art healthcare, and research facilities, and is highly supportive of student and faculty entrepreneurial activities. The University of Utah serves over 35,000 students across the U.S. and the world. The College of Pharmacy continues to be a leader in research, with substantial funding from the National Institutes of Health ( NIH ) and other funding agencies, ranked #7 in terms of NIH funding amongst the US Colleges of Pharmacy. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are complete. For fullest consideration interested applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, along with their research and teaching statements and a cover letter listing names and contact information for at least three references online by December 1, 2024 at:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/168641** Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Jindřich Kopeček, D.Sc., Distinguished Professor of Molecular Pharmaceutics and Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering at**jindrich.kopecek@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, acceptance, 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. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. 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More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu **Notice** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. 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** Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are complete. For fullest consideration interested applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, along with their research and teaching statements and a cover letter listing names and contact information for at least three references online by December 1, 2024 at:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/168641** Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Jindřich Kopeček, D.Sc., Distinguished Professor of Molecular Pharmaceutics and Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering at**jindrich.kopecek@utah.edu**. **Open Date** 08/05/2024 **Close Date** **Open Until Filled** Yes **Requisition Number** PRN03625F **Type** Faculty