Assistant Research Professor

The Center for Diabetes Technology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a researcher/scientist to join our Center. The candidate should have a strong commitment to improve the understanding of disease in persons with diabetes by promoting fundamental research and/or developing new diabetes technologies.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. and a successful track record in translational and engineering research, with preference for the field of diabetes technology. The compensation and recruitment package will depend on the candidate’s qualifications.

The Center is directed by Prof. Boris Kovatchev, PhD, a world-renowned researcher in the field of diabetes technology and data science. The Center’s Associate Director for Research is Prof. Marc Breton, PhD, a control engineer who developed some of the most advanced artificial pancreas (AP) algorithms to date.

The Center has a significant association with the Departments of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Pediatrics, the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, and the Schools of Engineering and Applied Science and Data Science. The primary appointment for the successful candidate will be with Departments of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the School of Medicine.

The Center faculty will provide mentoring for an assistant researcher, leading towards independence in translational and engineering research. The position provides a unique opportunity to align the research interests with clinical translation in effort to implement state-of-the-art, evidence-based preventive strategies and treatment opportunities for persons with diabetes.

• Ph.D. and a successful track record in translational and engineering research
• Demonstrated scholarship in the field of diabetes technology
• External funding track record
• Experience in multidisciplinary research group

Please visit  and apply with the following documents:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter detailing your interest in this position
• Professional reference list

Applications that do not contain all the required documents will not receive full consideration.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.