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Director/Faculty Lead for Type 1 Diabetes Research

Employer
The Ohio State University Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Salary
Negotiable Grade Profile Annual
Closing date
Sep 13, 2021

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Discipline
Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Medicine, Endocrinology
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Faculty, Research Scientist, Other
Organization Type
Academia

Vision for the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Center Type 1 DM and Beta Cell Biology Program

Insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas are damaged in type 1 diabetes by autoimmunity and in type 2 diabetes by hyperglycemia, fatty acids, and oxidative stress. Preservation and/or improvement in islet cell function are cornerstones of therapy for both types of diabetes. New approaches to protect, improve function, and increase the number of healthy beta cells are urgently needed. Our response to this urgent need is to expand the current strengths of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Diabetes and Metabolism Research Center (DMRC) and become a worldwide leader in type 1 diabetes and beta-cell research. This effort is coordinated with the medical center’s Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and the Diabetes Multidisciplinary Center of Excellence (DMCE), which has a robust clinical trials unit, and provides comprehensive diabetes care employing the latest technological and pharmacological advances to a large patient population. The bold vision for this new Type 1 DM and Beta Cell Program is to be a transformative, highly integrated resource that brings together cutting-edge research that engages with exceptional clinical resources and trainees to bring the best evidence-based care to our patients.

Position: Director/Faculty Lead for Type 1 Diabetes Research at The Ohio State University

Rank: Associate or Full Professor, with tenure

Description:

The Ohio State University seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position at the associate or full professor level in the area of Beta Cell Biology research.  This position is in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and represents a significant faculty hiring investment in a key thematic area within the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Center (DMRC), which spans a number of colleges across The Ohio State University campus.  The successful candidate will hold a leadership role in the DMRC and is expected to bring other researchers in diabetes and metabolism together to collaborate on investigation of beta cell biology, mechanisms to improve beta cell function, regeneration, and/or immunological approaches in type 1 diabetes including islet cell transplantation. Start-up funds and laboratory space will be provided as commensurate with research funding and activities of the candidate.

Qualifications:

Candidates will have recognized expertise in beta cell biology with excellence in innovative research and a strong record of extramural funding. The ability to work collaboratively and translationally within the institution and beyond is an important aspect of this position. The candidate will be expected to participate in the Division’s Cardiometabolic Science Postdoctoral Training grant supported by the National Institutes of Health. He/she will work closely with DMRC leadership and participate in or lead development activities and contribute to raising community awareness. The candidate will hold a tenured appointment as full or associate professor in the Department of Internal Medicine and must have a PhD, MD, or equivalent.

About Columbus:

The Ohio State University campus is located in Columbus, the capital city of Ohio. Columbus is the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 2 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation and technology industries. Columbus has consistently been rated as one of the Top U.S. cities for quality of life, and was selected as one of the Top 10 cities for African Americans to live, work, and play by Black Enterprise magazine. Additional information about the Columbus area is available at http://www.columbus.org.

Application Instructions:

Apply to https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/OSUCareers/job/Medical-Center-Campus/Director-Faculty-Lead-for-Type-1-Diabetes-Research_R13769-1.   A complete application consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and three letters of reference. Applications received prior to June 6th will receive priority consideration. Inquiries may be directed to julie.sutherland@osumc.edu

.The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. We strongly support women and minority applicants.

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