The College of Nursing at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) invites applications for a Bridge to the Faculty Post-Doctoral Research Associate to be served in the UIC Department of Human Development Nursing Science beginning August 16, 2021.

Program Goals: The Bridge to the Faculty Scholars program seeks to advance diversity among our faculty by encouraging the recruitment, retention, and promotion of outstanding scholars from different backgrounds, with an emphasis on attracting individuals from groups who have been historically underrepresented in science. The goal of this program is to recruit, mentor, and support the transition of outstanding candidates from Postdoctoral Scholar to research active, tenure track faculty members. In addition to mentorship within the Department of Human Development Nursing Science, the Bridge to the Faculty Postdoctoral Research Associate will participate in a cohort-based mentoring experience through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement, where they will have the opportunity to meet other Bridge to the Faculty Scholars. Successful postdoctoral research associates may be appointed for an additional year and, with department approval, may have the opportunity to transition to faculty starting in the 2024-2025 academic year. Our goal is to attract world-class scholars to enrich the educational experience of our bright and motivated students. The UIC College of Nursing and the Department of Human Development Nursing Science are dedicated to building a culturally diverse faculty committed to working in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. The Department of Human Development Nursing Science is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive and affirming environment for students, staff, and faculty. Filling this postdoctoral position is a manifestation of this commitment. Also, it will promote better relationships and more caring interactions with current and future patients, research participants, and our communities. Our department  acknowledges that it takes work to aspire to this standard; we intend to make that effort each day. We value diversity and demonstrate this commitment through a variety of initiatives. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Visit our website to learn more about us: https://nursing.uic.edu/about/academic-departments/human-development-nursing-science/

Located in the heart of one of the most vibrant cities in the United States, UIC is a comprehensive urban public research (R1) university with a diverse student body and a strong tradition of support for difference and equality. UIC is among the nation’s top five most diverse campuses.

The College of Nursing at UIC is one of the premier nursing schools in the nation, with a research enterprise ranked #2 for NIH funding. Our DNP program was ranked #9, and our Baccalaureate program was ranked #19 and #1 in Illinois. Learn more at nursing.uic.edu.

The postdoctoral experience will provide in-depth training that is tailored to the fellow’s needs. The ideal candidate’s research will be focused on advancing reproductive and sexual biology and health, reproductive justice, maternal, pediatric and adolescent health, health equity to reduce health disparities, pain and palliative care, heath systems innovations, complementary and integrative health, omics and global health.

The successful candidate will work with established UIC faculty to develop an independent and competitive research program.
Research duties include writing peer-reviewed publications, submitting  extramural grants, and preparing  a detailed research plan. Teaching duties include engaging in mentored teaching experiences, including co-teaching one course at the undergraduate or graduate level during the second year.

Candidates must have completed their PhD in Nursing or a closely related health science field within the past three years – no earlier than August 15, 2018, and no later than August 15, 2022. This is a full-time position, including a competitive salary and benefits package.

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To apply: applicants should submit materials to https://jobs.uic.edu.

1. Cover letter: Please include a summary of your program of research and how you would contribute to building a culturally diverse educational environment
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Three (3) academic references, including the candidate’s dissertation chair or mentor/advisor
4. A writing sample (publication or dissertation proposal/chapter)

For fullest consideration, applications should be received by February 1, 2022. Inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Crystal Patil at cpatil@uic.edu.

The University of Illinois Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to be current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899