Associate Professor / Professor, Geo, Vice Chair of Research, Department of Emergency Medicine - Military Veterans

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Job Overview

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader for the position of Vice Chair of Research. This role will provide strategic oversight of all research initiatives within the department, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and impactful research environment. The Vice Chair will work closely with faculty, fellows, and residents to elevate the department's research portfolio, secure external funding, and promote the department's national reputation in emergency medicine research. Faculty Appointment Rank, Endowed Chair and Tenure Track will be commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement the department's strategic research vision, aligned with institutional goals and national priorities.
• Promote a culture of mentorship by guiding junior faculty and trainees in developing research skills, securing funding, and achieving scholarly success.
• Identify, pursue, and secure external funding opportunities, including NIH, foundation, and industry grants.
• Collaborate with the Office of Research to support sponsored programs, budgeting, and regulatory approvals.
• Strengthen the department's partnerships with other research entities within the College of Medicine and UC Health.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including other academic institutions and funding agencies.
• Promote research innovation through partnerships with clinical trials, translational research, and community-based initiatives.
• Lead the development of research curricula for residents and fellows.
• Mentor faculty and trainees to advance their scholarly activity, publications, and grant submissions.
• Provide leadership and oversight of research infrastructure and resources, including budget management and compliance.
• Represent the Department of Emergency Medicine at national conferences and meetings, promoting the department's research achievements.

Minimum Requirements

• M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent.
• Successful completion of an Emergency Medicine Residency.
• A demonstrable record of success in academic achievement, with incrementally increased regional and national reputation and funding.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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