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UC San Diego

Department of Cellular & Molecular Medicine, Chair

UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Position Overview

Position Title:

Department of Cellular & Molecular Medicine, Chair Salary Range:

The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $250,000-$450,000. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found

here . Application Window

Open Date:

January 21, 2024 Most Recent Review Date:

Monday, Mar 18, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled. Final Date:

Monday, Jan 20, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position Description

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) School of Medicine is committed to academic excellence and to enhancing access, inclusion, and success of our diverse faculty, staff, and students. UC San Diego is seeking its next Chair of the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine who will be an inspirational scientific leader with a deep research background and proven administrative experience. The Chair will work closely with faculty, staff, and administrators within CMM and beyond, fostering excellence in research and discovery, education, and community outreach and service. The Chair is responsible for the quality of educational and scientific programs within the department and for the overall leadership and management of the department consistent with guidelines set forth in the University of California Academic Senate Bylaws and Regulations and the UC San Diego Policy & Procedure Manual. This oversight includes the appropriate and optimal use of human, financial, space, and other resources to successfully manage the educational and research missions of the department. Reporting to the Dean, School of Medicine, the Chair will be responsible for the Department's overall management, academic planning, budget, personnel, resource allocation, and programs. The Chair is charged with establishing and advancing the Department's strategic direction and will hire and retain outstanding faculty and staff, advocate to campus leaders for critical resources, and partner with other units to advance the department's educational and scientific prominence. The Chair will lead the planning and development of the Department's academic and research portfolio and will form highly collaborative teams to achieve academic and research growth. The Chair must cultivate and apply interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence at all times to promote a culture of inquiry and value the scholarship of discovery, application, integration, and teaching. This position will have a standard term of five years with annual performance review and goal setting. A formal committee review that includes an external referee occurs every fifth year. The appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience. Application materials must be submitted through the UC San Diego online application system. References will be requested from all finalists. Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

(required at time of application) Earned doctoral or advanced degree (e.g. PhD, MD) from an accredited institution in biomedical sciences and/or related field. 10+ year record of professional, scholarly, and educational accomplishments as a faculty member, with research related to cell biology or related discipline. 5+ years of engagement and knowledge of an academic healthcare environment, including the integration of education and research initiatives. 5+ years of analyzing, planning, and implementing strategic initiatives and experiences for the Department. 3+ years of experience aligning financial, personnel, and space resources to meet operational needs and strategic plans. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading a large academic research department with multiple subspecialty divisions. Outstanding record with experience as a senior administrator in an academic environment. Organizational management experience leading financial, human resources, and space discussions, strategy, and plans. Demonstrated leadership in areas contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful philanthropic and/or grant generation. Proven ability to define areas of concern, strategically identify solutions, and implement updates within targeted timeframes. Excellent communications skills and the ability to create a compelling narrative to advance the department. Experience working with and supporting a diverse group of faculty, trainees, staff, students, and stakeholders. Experience engaging with external stakeholders and partners to establish and meet strategic goals. Application Requirements

Document Requirements: Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Letter of Interest Leadership Statement - 500 words or less Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. Authorization to Release Form - Applicants must complete, sign and upload this form. COVID 19 Statement - Optional. Misc / Additional (Optional) Apply Link:

https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03880 Help Contact:

mbsteele@ucsd.edu About UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit:

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