at University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Description
Faculty Scientist
RESEARCH SCIENTISTDepartment of Family Medicine, Larner College of Medicine, Burlington, VT
The Department of Family Medicine at the Larner College of Medicine is seeking an individual with experience, skills and interest in growing a vibrant culture of team science within the Department of Family Medicine. Candidates should hold a PhD degree, with at least 5 years' post-doctoral experience in healthcare-relevant research. Candidates should have experience in research operations and regulation, data collection and management, analytics and scientific writing. Preference will be given to those with evidence of success with research mentoring, particularly relating to peer review publication and extramural funding proposals.
The primary role of the Faculty Scientist is to support the planning, implementation and successful publication of peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts for team-based science within the Department of Family Medicine. Annually, the DFM will support 2-3 ongoing research studies within priority areas for high impact science and potential for future funding. Current priority areas include:- Scalable "storylistening" for loneliness in rural caregivers- Artificial Intelligence analyses/documentation of home visit clinical encounters- Point of Care Ultrasound
Additional duties may include 1:1 consultation with faculty for support of additional research ideas and scientific writing. The is a 1.0 FTE on-site position.
Burlington is a vibrant community located on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and Green Mountains. With year-round recreational opportunities, safe neighborhoods and excellent schools, this progressive community has been frequently cited as being one of the healthiest and best cities in the U.S. in which to live.
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through their teaching, service, research, scholarship, or creative arts.
Successful candidates will exhibit a strong commitment to the tenets of Our Common Ground and the principles of professionalism. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will enhance the impact of Our Common Ground values and professionalism.
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.
Applicants must apply online at: www.uvmjobs.com under Position No. XX. Applications must include:
Questions about this opportunity may be directed to: Bob Gramling, MD, via email Robert.Gramling@med.uvm.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Employment is subject to a successful background check.
Job Location
Burlington, Vermont
Job Close Date
9/10/2025
Category
Medicine - Medical Researcher
Department
Family Medicine/55510
FLSA
Exempt
Employee FTE
1.0
Employee Term (months)
12
For full job description and to apply, visit https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/80713
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