Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician/Healthcare Epidemiologist The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups. Position Information Position/Rank: Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician/Healthcare Epidemiologist / Rank dependent on qualifications Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration City: Salt Lake City, UT Track: Track dependent on qualifications Open Date: 10/02/2025 Requisition Number: PRN03910F Type: Faculty Overview The Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the University of Utah School of Medicine is recruiting for a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician with interest and experience in Hospital Epidemiology. This position is open to both junior faculty as well as more senior faculty including those with leadership experience in Hospital Epidemiology. Responsibilities will include a significant role in the infection prevention and hospital epidemiology program as well as clinical consultation on the inpatient service and in the Infectious Diseases clinic. Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital, a 290‑bed children’s hospital ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals, and in the University of Utah and Intermountain Healthcare systems, including at our new Primary Children’s Hospital location in Lehi, UT. In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work that can include investigation, education, administration/service and/or advocacy. Hospital Epidemiology Team The Hospital Epidemiology team at Primary Children’s Hospital involves multiple collaborators as well as three Infectious Diseases physicians and four Infection Preventionists. We advise Children’s Health for Intermountain Healthcare as it relates to infection prevention for children throughout the system. Research in the Division focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, antimicrobial stewardship, health services research, value‑based care, development and impact of diagnostic tests, and improving care for children with cancer and transplants. Public Health Collaboration We collaborate with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, the CDC, and other state and county health departments on outbreak investigations, statewide surveillance, and community‑wide antimicrobial stewardship efforts. Opportunities exist for quality improvement projects, combined epidemiology/antimicrobial stewardship projects, research, and involvement in a highly infectious response team. Qualifications Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatrics. Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases or Infectious Diseases. Demonstrated research, quality improvement skills, or scholarly activity. Experience in hospital epidemiology preferred. Ability to work within an academic environment and contribute to clinical services, research, and education. Benefits The Department and University offer a competitive salary and unmatched benefits, including non‑contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary. Faculty development and mentoring programs support success in translational or basic research, quality improvement, and teaching excellence. Location Salt Lake City offers an excellent quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene, and access to many outdoor activities. EEO / Non‑Discrimination Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants. The University of Utah does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. More information about EEO and Title IX can be found at Posting Specific Questions Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatrics? yes no Are you board eligible or board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases? Yes No, in last year of fellowship No Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes No Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)? Yes No Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons? Yes No Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents University Human Resource Management 250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Contact us: By Email: #J-18808-Ljbffr