Daniel M. Becker Professorship in Geriatric Research

The Department of Medicine's Division of General, Geriatric, and Palliative Medicine at the University of Virginia seeks a recognized leader in transdisciplinary geriatric and gerontological research. This prestigious role will provide leadership, direction, and innovation in furthering the Department’s research program on aging at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. This position will collaborate with several entities across UVA, both within the School of Medicine and across UVA’s Schools, creating and sustaining partnerships for cutting-edge aging research.

The selected candidate will be an MD or MD/PhD nationally recognized researcher with a strong track record of extramural-funded research, sustained scholarly productivity, and the capacity for ambitious and innovative thinking in the field of aging. Holding the rank of Associate or Full Professor on the Clinician Investigator track, the selected candidate will receive a robust start-up package to promote long-term success and will be nominated for the newly established Daniel M. Becker Professorship in Geriatric Research. In alignment with the campaign for the geriatric “5M’s” of Age-Friendly Care, candidates with research portfolios focused on geriatric syndromes will be prioritized.

In addition to research, the selected candidate will sustain a partial clinical practice that may include caring for older adults in ambulatory primary care, consultative clinics, or inpatient settings.

The Charlottesville and Central Virginia area offers an outstanding community for personal and professional activities. The region has a strong sense of community and excellent educational systems for adults and children. Charlottesville is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is consistently listed among the top cities in national rankings of the most desirable places to live. It offers a thriving community in the arts, highlighted by literary, film, theatrical, and festivals. It is an excellent place to live and work. The city is within easy driving distance of Washington, D.C., the coastal regions of Virginia, and the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

Qualifications

Candidates must have an MD and be board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Certification (certificate of added qualifications) in Geriatrics is also required.

Rank and tenure status will be determined by qualifications.

Application Instructions

Please visit http://apply.interfolio.com/156620 to apply and submit all required documents.

The selected candidate will undergo a background check and pre-employment health/drug screening.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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