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Research Instructor / Assistant Professor, COM, Trauma, and Critical Care Basic Science Research

Founded in 1918, the University of Cincinnatti ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 36,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting that The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as teh anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country, with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $27.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

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Job Interview

The University of Cincinatti College of Medicine (COM), one of the nation's oldest medical schools, is renowned for training exceptional healthcare professionals and advancing innovative research. In collaboration with UC Health and Cincinatti Children's Hospital Medical Center, our faculty are transforming patient care through groundbreaking discoveries and clinical excellence.

We are seeking a full-time Faculty member in the Department of Surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. The successful candidate will be a skilled and self-motivated researcher with interest and experience in investigating the impact of polytrauma and critical illness on patient outcomes by determining the physiologic, hematologic, and inflammatory effects of resuscitation, transportation, and transfusion after traumatic injury, utilizing basic, translational, and clinical research platforms.

The position is embedded within the Cincinatti Research in Trauma (CRIT) team, a multidisciplinary group dedicated to advancing trauma science and improving outcomes for critically injured patients. This position requires leadership in teh development, design, execution, and analysis of basic and translational research projects. The faculty member will also work with and mentor surgical trainees in related research projects and manuscript perparation. Academic rank and tenure track eligibility will be determined by experience and expectations for extramural funding.

This position is not eligible for H-1B (or J-1) sponsorship.

Essential Functions

  • Lead independent and collaborative research programs in trauma, transfusion, and coagulation science.
  • Design and conduct basic and translational studies: analyze and interpret complex data sets.
  • Mentor surgical trainees in research design, grant writing, and manuscript development.
  • Secure extramural funding within five years of appointment.
  • Contribute to teaching and academic service withint he department.

Minimum Requirements

  • Ph.D. in a relevant basic science discipline.
  • At least 2 years of experience in trauma, resuscitation, or critical care research.
  • Demonstrated success in manuscript (first or senior author) and grant protection.
  • Proficiency in experimental design and statistical analysis.

Additional Qualifications Considered

  • Expertise in endothelial pathobiology, coagulation science, or immunology.
  • Experience mentoring trainees or junior investigators.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

  • Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.

  • Comprehensive Tuition Remission
    UC provides tuition remission for you or your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
  • Robust Retirement Plans
    As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
  • Real Work-Life Balance
    UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
    • Vacation and sick time
    • 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
    • 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
  • Additional Benefits Include:
    • Competitive salary based on experience
    • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
    • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
    • Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at uc.edu/careers.html.

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