L. S. Skaggs Presidential Endowed Chair in Acute and Critical Care Nursing
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
About the Chair and Endowment
The University of Utah College of Nursing seeks an established, visionary nurse scientist to become the holder of the L. S. Skaggs Presidential Endowed Chair in Acute and Critical Care Nursing, established in 2025. This prestigious administrative appointment is supported by an endowment honoring Leonard Samuel "Sam" Skaggs, Jr., a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist. The Chair is designed to lead a robust, funded program of research, dedicating the majority of time to scientific discovery, advancing evidence-based practices, securing external funding, and contributing to the scientific community through high-impact publications and interdisciplinary collaboration.
About the Role and Mission
The holder of the L. S. Skaggs Presidential Chair will execute a programmatic vision to strengthen the College and University of Utah Health Sciences' national and international presence in acute and critical care research, practice, and education. This role is pivotal in advocating for services and policy that benefit acute and critically ill patients and their families. The Chair will thrive in a collegial atmosphere that promotes cross-disciplinary collaboration, engaging with premier institutes such as the Clinical & Translational Science Institute, Huntsman Cancer Institute, and the Center for Genomic Medicine to drive discovery with meaningful societal impact.
About the College of Nursing
The University of Utah College of Nursing is a premier institution with nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate programs, currently enrolling more than 700 students. Consistently ranked in the top 20 for NIH funding among Colleges of Nursing, the College boasts a $64M portfolio of grant funding. It serves as a focal point for clinicians and researchers to collaboratively design equitable improvements for the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The College is home to the Emma Eccles Jones Nursing Research Center, which provides unprecedented infrastructure and support for the research mission, including biostatistics cores and pre- and post-award staff. The College has been recognized with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) New Era for Academic Nursing Award (2017) and the Exemplary Academic-Practice Partnership Award (2018).
About the University and Health System
Located in Salt Lake City, the University of Utah is an R1 university and a member of the American Association of Universities. It drives unsurpassed societal impact by preparing students to be global citizens and generating innovations that improve lives locally and globally. The University of Utah Health is the only academic medical center in the Mountain West, serving a catchment area covering five surrounding states and roughly 10% of the United States. With five hospitals, 12 community clinics, and a growing network of regional affiliates, U Health fosters a culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust.
Hiring Process and Application Instructions
Applications for the L. S. Skaggs Presidential Endowed Chair are accepted continuously, with evaluations beginning immediately. Interested candidates must apply online at the University of Utah PeopleAdmin portal. The application package must include:
- A cover letter addressing commitment to teaching and research/scholarship, experience designing curriculum or education initiatives, and leadership experience.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A teaching philosophy statement.
- A research or scholarship statement.
- Three letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U Health (letters must be signed, dated, and on letterhead).
For questions regarding the position or application process, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dean Marla De Jong, or Cami Zollinger, Faculty Affairs Manager.
Equal Opportunity and Culture
The University of Utah Health is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The institution values candidates committed to fostering a culture of compassion and integrity. The University of Utah is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates who share its mission to strengthen society and democracy.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Acute And Critical Care Nursing, PHD, Doctor Of Nursing Practice, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Baccalaureate, MS, Gerontology, Informatics, Systems Science.
Education: PhD degree in nursing or a related field required.
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Day-to-day, the L. S. Skaggs Presidential Endowed Chair in Acute and Critical Care Nursing at University of Utah - Employment will lead a robust, funded program of research in acute and critical care nursing; develop and teach curriculum in phd, dnp, and baccalaureate programs; secure external funding to support research and academic initiatives; and produce high-impact publications and advance evidence-based practices.
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University of Utah - Employment is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: PhD in nursing or related field from accredited institution; Current RN or APRN license (or eligibility); Sustained record of externally funded research; and Evidence of high-impact publications in acute and critical care nursing.