A noted research scientist and distinguished professor in the Department of Biochemistry has been appointed Vice Dean for Research at the University of Utah School of Medicine (SOM). , was named to the position by , Senior Vice President. 鈥淚 am pleased Dr. Hill will assume this important leadership role in the School of Medicine,鈥 Good said. 鈥淗e will focus on all aspects of the school鈥檚 science program, with early focus on advancing the graduate program and providing the support and resources our scientists need to succeed in their research endeavors.鈥
The new vice dean will also work closely with , Associate Vice President for Research, on overall Health Sciences research programs and initiatives. 鈥淐hris Hill鈥檚 expertise in medical research is well-established on our campus鈥, Dere commented. 鈥淲e welcome him to this leadership position where he will contribute to advance research and education throughout 91麻豆天美直播.鈥
Hill previously served as co-chair of the biochemistry department. He holds the endowed H.A. and Edna Benning Medical Society Chair. A laboratory he established at the SOM uses structural and biochemical approaches to study how proteins function. The approach is applied to many targets that are relevant to cancer mechanisms, which may offer insights to the genetic defects that underlie progression toward cancer.
鈥淚 am excited for the opportunity to help our faculty and trainees succeed at an even higher level in the future鈥, Hill said regarding his appointment. 鈥淭he U has a wonderful history of discovery and innovation that includes remarkable insights into the fundamentals of biology, development of new tools, and commercial opportunities, and translation of scientific knowledge into improved medical care.鈥
Hill received his BA and PhD from University of York, in York, England. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of California at Los Angeles. Hill publishes widely and has received several research fellowships and grants.