Research Associate, Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging - Charlottesville

b'The Department of Radiology & Medical Imaging's Research Division is seeking candidates for a full-time Research Associate position to research genetic connections between atherosclerosis and type 2 diabetes.xc2xa0 The successful candidate will use biomedical and bioinformatic approaches to identify genetic factors and pathways that connect the two important diseases. Highly motivated individuals with a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. and experience in molecular biology, genetics, or small animal surgery are encouraged to apply.xc2xa0nPostdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years and who will be involved in full-time research or scholarship at the University.nEmployment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.nPrimary Job Responsibilities Include:n * Implementing research projects related to atherosclerosis and type 2 diabetes;n * Publishing work in high quality peer-reviewed journals; andn * Assisting in writing research applications.xc2xa0nThis is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance.nPriority review of applications will begin on March 12, 2021, but the position will remain open until filled.nTO APPLY:nEXTERNAL APPLICANTS: please apply through Workday at the following URL, https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs [https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs], and search for requisition #R0022249.xc2xa0 Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, address).nINTERNAL UVA APPLICANTS: please apply through your Workday Home page, search xe2x80x9cFind Jobsxe2x80x9d, and search for requisition #R0022249.xc2xa0 Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, address).nFor additional information about the application process, contact Michelle Williams, Faculty Search Advisor, at mew8js@virginia.edu [mew8js@virginia.edu].nFor additional information about the position, please contact Nicole Vaughan at nsv3w@virginia.edu [nsv3w@virginia.edu].nCOVID Vaccination Requirementnxc2xa0nDue to the scope of President Bidenxe2x80x99sxc2xa0Executive Order 14042 [https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/09/09/executive-order-on-ensuring-adequate-covid-safety-protocols-for-federal-contractors/]xc2xa0issued in early September,xe2x80xafall University employees, including remote employees, must receive their final vaccination dose by January 4, 2022, unless they have axc2xa0University-approved religious or medical exemption.xc2xa0The University has updated policyxe2x80xafSEC-045 [http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/SEC-045]xe2x80xafto reflect these new requirements.xe2x80xafxe2x80xafxc2xa0nxc2xa0nIf hired by the Academic Division, excluding School of Medicine, School of Nursing, UVA Physicians Group, and the Health Systems Library, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination or be willing to be vaccinated by January 4, 2022. Academic employees may apply for axc2xa0University-approved medical or religious exemption.xc2xa0nxe2x80xafxc2xa0nNote:xe2x80xafSome medical and safety-sensitive positions require vaccination and are not eligible for an exemption. For more information on how vaccination requirements will apply to you, please visit thexc2xa0UVA New Hire Vaccination Requirements [https://hr.virginia.edu/covid-19/covid-vaccination-requirements-uva-new-hires]xc2xa0webpage.xc2xa0xc2xa0nThe University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicianxe2x80x99s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.xc2xa0 We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.xc2xa0 We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.'
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