Vice Chair, Research, Department of Neurology (MD, DO) (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix is seeking a vice chair of research in the Department of Neurology. This is an opportunity for an outstanding leader with a national/international reputation as a respected and accomplished academician, clinician, educator and collaborator with a proven track record in innovating research. A qualified individual will also serve as the director of the Neuro-endovascular Program in the Department of Neurosurgery at Banner-University Medical Center Phoenix (Banner - University Phoenix).

The vice chair will work in strategic consultation with the department chairs and the College's Translational Research Office (TReO). The vice chair will work alongside the chairs and focus their efforts on a strategic tripartite mission of excellence in clinical care, research and education. As vice chair and program director, the candidate will be a nurturing mentor to faculty and trainees, providing ongoing guidance and support of their professional development. They must be a respected leader who is experienced with clinical trial center operations, clinically active and knowledgeable of cutting-edge medicine. The candidate must be viewed by stakeholders as an effective leader who will help guide the multi-disciplinary program and hospital system.

The vice chair will assist the department in developing a research vision and infrastructure, seeking grant and other funding opportunities, serving as a principal investigator, developing research plans and methods, implanting and managing research studies and disseminating research findings. In addition, this individual will be expected to develop collaborative relationships with other university, clinical and community partners fostering cutting edge Neuro-endovascular Program.

The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in the Department of Neurology, actively participate in teaching, clinical service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix anchors the
28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) in the heart of the Valley of the
Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary
physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and
inquisitive scholars. The PBC campus embodies the University's
priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its
world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities
throughout Greater Phoenix.

Outstanding UA
benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance
and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU
tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and
optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities;
and more!

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• Develop and implement departmental research vision and infrastructure focusing on clinical trials, grantsmanship and original research.
• Build a multi-disciplinary Neuro-endovascular program and launch Neuro-endovascular Fellowship.
• Build internal and external relationships to inspire and promote academic collaborations across the health system.
• Promote and provide a research and teaching environment of the highest quality and integrity.
• Foster programs of national distinction through innovation and collaboration.
• Mentor medical students, residents, fellows and faculty.
• Engage in teaching and research activities for students, residents and fellows.
• Participate on appropriate department and/or College committees as well as professional organizations, as appropriate.

• Must
  possess an MD or DO or equivalent degree from an accredited instruction.
• Be
  eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the
  associate professor level or higher.
• Be
  board certified in Neurology and be eligible for unrestricted medical
  licensure in the State of Arizona.
• Be
  eligible for medical staff membership at Banner - University Phoenix.
• Foster clinical and research programs of national distinction through innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

* Have experience and national/international recognition in clinical trials.

* Demonstrate experience with hospital partnership and collaboration.

* Have developed a research portfolio including NIH or industry grants.

* Experience as a PI.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

HR-PHX@arizona.edu

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

CV and cover letter required for to be considered for the position. One additional document will be: professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.

Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.