| Division of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine (GRECC Associate Director - Clinical Programs) University of Washington: Academic Personnel: School of Medicine: Medicine: Medicine, Gerontology & Geriatric Medicine Location Seattle, WA Open Date May 10, 2019 Description The University of Washington and the VA Puget Sound Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) are jointly recruiting for one full time Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (without tenure due to funding) commensurate with qualifications, in the Division of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Department of Medicine. This appointment would have an annual service period of 12 months [July 1-June 30]. The successful candidate will organize, develop, and monitor clinical demonstration projects and participate in administrative leadership of the GRECC in the role of Associate Director – Clinical programs (AD-C). The AD-C is responsible for: - Providing high-quality medical care to older Veterans, by means of face-to-face clinics, telehealth clinics, and E-consults.
- Providing leadership in identifying, developing, securing support for, conducting, and evaluating clinical demonstration projects (exportable models of care aimed at improving the health and well-being of older Veterans).
- Collaborating with the Associate Directors for Research and Education and Evaluation in the development and implementation of novel clinical protocols relevant to the aging Veteran population.
- Contributing to our mission in education and teaching, including teaching and mentoring in Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, and related specialties.
- Developing clinical programs, including in long-term care, based on local and regional needs.
- Raise visibility of GRECC activities and contributions.
- Act as "Ambassador" for the GRECC program within the larger VA system.
Anticipated start date would be January 2020 or thereafter. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Application Instructions Interested candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter that includes a concise description of their training, scholarly activities, career goals and experiences relative to diversity and inclusion to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Jose Garcia. Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. https://apply.interfolio.com/62640 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Commitment to Diversity The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432). |
