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Posted: 29-Dec-24
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Healthcare Administration
Internal Number: 565095
Department Name: 7H100:Department of Neuroscience
Job Summary:
THE OPPORTUNITY
The UK College of Medicine seeks a visionary chair with a successful record of achievement in academic research in neuroscience or appropriately related fields. Exceptional accomplishments as a researcher and academician are a must, as the chair's duties will include continuing the research program as well as supervising and maintaining academic activities.
SCOPE OF ROLE
As an oversight position, the chair of neuroscience will ensure that department faculty work in conjunction with one another and with other groups across the college and campus, sharing research resources whenever possible. This will also include administrative, teaching, laboratory, and mentoring support. The chair will work closely to maximize the net yield of each project and avoid separation or duplication of work in multiple isolated units.
The UK College of Medicine seeks a visionary chair with a successful record of achievement in academic research in neuroscience or appropriately related fields. Exceptional accomplishments as a researcher and academician are a must, as the chair's duties will include continuing the research program as well as supervising and maintaining academic activities.
SCOPE OF ROLE
As an oversight position, the chair of neuroscience will ensure that department faculty work in conjunction with one another and with other groups across the college and campus, sharing research resources whenever possible. This will also include administrative, teaching, laboratory, and mentoring support. The chair will work closely to maximize the net yield of each project and avoid separation or duplication of work in multiple isolated units.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Grow the department research faculty and research portfolio and provide oversight for the department's research portfolio.
- Facilitate faculty mentoring in research.
- Facilitate an environment of collaborative research and conduct, including maintaining records of accomplishments and facilitating the acquisition of external funding.
- Continue their independent research in line with the goals of the department.
- Publish in peer-reviewed literature as an author and co-author.
- Provide oversight for the department's educational portfolio.
- Participate in and advocate for quality teaching programs for all learners within the department.
- Assign faculty to teaching roles and manage the distribution of educational assignments among faculty.
- Mentor faculty in various professorial series and oversee the academic development and productivity of the department.
For full details and consideration for this position, click here: Chair of Neuroscience Prospectus for the full job prospectus.
The College of Medicine seeks qualified applicants who value its missions and share its commitment to building a strong community. As an Equal Opportunity Action Employer, we strive to foster an environment in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.
The College of Medicine seeks qualified applicants who value its missions and share its commitment to building a strong community. As an Equal Opportunity Action Employer, we strive to foster an environment in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.
To be considered for this role, Interested applicants should apply through the job posting. Please include curriculum vita and cover letter when prompted in the application process.
Confidential inquiries, nominations and expressions of interest can be directed to search committee chairs:
Confidential inquiries, nominations and expressions of interest can be directed to search committee chairs:
- John Gensel, co-chair of the search committee at gensel.1@uky.edu
- Doug Andres, co-chair of the search advisory committee at douglas.andres@uky.edu
This posting will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.
All applications will be handled in a secure, sensitive, and confidential manner.
All applications will be handled in a secure, sensitive, and confidential manner.
Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:
A strong visionary and inspirational leader who can artfully convey a long-term vision for the department yet is equally skilled at implementing a detailed plan to achieve that vision. Highly approachable and compassionate; a record of promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, teamwork, respect, and honesty; a professional and personal demeanor characterized by integrity, graciousness, humility, genuineness, empathy, and sincerity; and a passion for the organization's mission and objectives.
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent.
Required Related Experience:
- Outstanding national/international reputation in neuroscience research, including a strong history of extramural funding and current extramural funding.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, with preference for previous experience in administrative positions in an academic medical center setting.
- Proven record of recruitment, mentorship, and retention of talent.
- Demonstrated track record of teaching undergraduate and medical students, as well as research training for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
Required License/Registration/Certification :
Not Applicable
Preferred Education/Experience:
- A strong visionary and inspirational leader who can artfully convey a long-term vision for the department yet is equally skilled at implementing a detailed plan to achieve that vision. Highly approachable and compassionate; a record of promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, teamwork, respect, and honesty; a professional and personal demeanor characterized by integrity, graciousness, humility, genuineness, empathy, and sincerity; and a passion for the organization's mission and objectives.
- Exceptionally team-oriented; skilled at working well and partnering with scientists across the college and University to identify, build, and negotiate Connections working at University of KentuckyAbout University of KentuckyAdjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.More Jobs from This Employerhttps://main.hercjobs.org/jobs/20935501/chair-department-of-neuroscience
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