National Medical Association
Vice Chair, Research – Department of Family Medicine
National Medical Association, Galveston, Texas, United States, 77554
Vice Chair, Research (inaugural) – Department of Family MedicineUniversity of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)Galveston Island, TexasThis is an exceptional opportunity for a distinguished and visionary leader to drive the research area of the Department of Family Medicine to become the foremost engine of scientific discovery and research career development. The overall goal is the translation and implementation of this scientific discovery to advance health at UTMB.The OpportunityThe inaugural Vice Chair of Research serves as a leader in advancing the research mission of the Department, with particular focus on enhancing the pipeline of researchers and increasing extramural funding. The Vice Chair will be responsible for setting and guiding the research agenda for the Department, leading various research initiatives, and mentoring faculty and resident physicians. Reporting to the
Department Chair, Kendall Campbell, MD , the Vice Chair will serve as part of the departmental leadership team along with the Vice Chairs of Education and Clinical Operations.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be a collaborative leader with a penchant for creative thinking and a proven ability to build and guide teams. Research experience or expertise in the areas of Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, Diabetes, Obesity, Hypertension, or Behavioral Medicine would be ideal. Experience with clinical trials, quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods study design is preferred, as is extramural funding in a personal program of research. The Vice Chair will have academic credentials for an appointment as an Associate Professor or Full Professor (Tenure Track). MD, DO, MD/PhD or PhD required.The OrganizationThe Department of Family Medicine has a long-standing history of educating future health professionals while advancing research and clinical services. It boasts a medical education program, family medicine residency, clinical services, and research program. Opportunities for research and scholarship are plentiful at UTMB Family Medicine which is a value-added partner in the UTMB research enterprise. UTMB Health is a $2.2 billion health science center comprised of five hospitals, an extensive network of outpatient clinics, and Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Public and Population Health, as well as a Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, three institutes, and over 10 exceptional research centers. UTMB is part of The University of Texas System and a member of the Texas Medical Center.The RegionGalveston, Texas is known as the "Playground of the South" and is a popular tourist destination, including The Strand, a historical district, and Galveston's historic seawall, which spans over 10 miles and offers beautiful beaches, restaurants, lodging, and activities on Seawall Boulevard. Galveston is an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas and is located about 45 miles southeast of downtown Houston within The Woodlands – Sugar Land metropolitan area of Houston. Galveston is often called “The Republic of Galveston Island” by its residents because it is so unlike the rest of Texas.Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to:Kendra Thompson, Vice PresidentJennifer Schaulin, Academic Practice LeaderCharlotte Tinsley, Consultantc/o
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Department Chair, Kendall Campbell, MD , the Vice Chair will serve as part of the departmental leadership team along with the Vice Chairs of Education and Clinical Operations.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be a collaborative leader with a penchant for creative thinking and a proven ability to build and guide teams. Research experience or expertise in the areas of Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, Diabetes, Obesity, Hypertension, or Behavioral Medicine would be ideal. Experience with clinical trials, quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods study design is preferred, as is extramural funding in a personal program of research. The Vice Chair will have academic credentials for an appointment as an Associate Professor or Full Professor (Tenure Track). MD, DO, MD/PhD or PhD required.The OrganizationThe Department of Family Medicine has a long-standing history of educating future health professionals while advancing research and clinical services. It boasts a medical education program, family medicine residency, clinical services, and research program. Opportunities for research and scholarship are plentiful at UTMB Family Medicine which is a value-added partner in the UTMB research enterprise. UTMB Health is a $2.2 billion health science center comprised of five hospitals, an extensive network of outpatient clinics, and Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Public and Population Health, as well as a Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, three institutes, and over 10 exceptional research centers. UTMB is part of The University of Texas System and a member of the Texas Medical Center.The RegionGalveston, Texas is known as the "Playground of the South" and is a popular tourist destination, including The Strand, a historical district, and Galveston's historic seawall, which spans over 10 miles and offers beautiful beaches, restaurants, lodging, and activities on Seawall Boulevard. Galveston is an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas and is located about 45 miles southeast of downtown Houston within The Woodlands – Sugar Land metropolitan area of Houston. Galveston is often called “The Republic of Galveston Island” by its residents because it is so unlike the rest of Texas.Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to:Kendra Thompson, Vice PresidentJennifer Schaulin, Academic Practice LeaderCharlotte Tinsley, Consultantc/o
Charlotte.Tinsley@AMNhealthcare.comExecutive & Physician Leadership Search, AMN Leadership Solutions, AMN Healthcare
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