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The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for an academic Adolescent Medicine Physician. The Adolescent Medicine Physician will be part of the clinical team in the Division of Adolescent Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics. The physician will be responsible for providing clinical care with and without trainees as well as developing testing implementing and publishing successful educational and/or research concepts within the field of Adolescent Medicine and other adjacent fields and for obtaining independent funding to maintain research programs. In addition to clinical activities there is an expectation for academic work including education investigation administration and advocacy. The clinical practice serves a largely suburban population of adolescents and young adults referred mostly for transgender/genderdiverse health obesity and cardiovascular disease risk factors eating disorders mood disorders and adolescent gynecology. The Division is also responsible for directing medical care in the juvenile justice services corrections facilities for three counties. Qualified candidates must be board eligible/board certified in Adolescent Medicine (any area of primary specialty is welcome Pediatrics Family Medicine or Internal Medicine). Preference will be given to candidates with experience in treating LGBTQ patients and patients with eating disorders; and to candidates with a history of scholarly achievement in the form of publications grant submissions and presentations. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Department/University offer a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program including noncontributory retirement contributions of 20.2 of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers an education loan repayment program in addition to a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research. Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy rich cultural scene with ballet theatre symphony opera and museums outstanding restaurants and a moderate cost of living. The city is a wellknown ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a days drive) a variety of golf courses allowing for yearround play hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails a picturesque Lake Powell and numerous other outdoor activities. Interested individuals can apply for the position at Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position please contact: Nikki Mihalopoulos M.D. at The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration excellence leadership and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion collaboration innovation accountability diversity integrity quality and trust that is integral to our mission.