Chair, Department of Microbiology & Immunology

Chair, Department of Microbiology & Immunology About the Company Renowned academic medical center with a strong national reach IndustryHospital & Health Care TypePrivately Held, Private Equity-backed Founded1921 Employees10,001+ Categories Colleges & UniversitiesEducationUniversity of RochesterHealth CareMedical Specialties EducationResearchWellnessMedical CareMedicineand Nursing About the Role The Company is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and the inaugural Director of the Institute for Immunological Sciences. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic, operational, and financial leadership to the Department, with a focus on building and enhancing its research and educational programs. This role requires a leader with a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or equivalent degree in the biomedical sciences, a national and international reputation as a world-class scientist, and a proven track record of securing extramural funding. The Chair/Director will also be tasked with leading the Institute, setting and executing a strategic plan, and fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Key qualifications include effective leadership, experience in building and leading multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the broadly defined field of immunological sciences, experience in mentoring and developing faculty, and the ability to communicate a compelling strategic research vision. They should be highly collaborative, inclusive, and possess an entrepreneurial drive. The role involves serving as a mentor, creating a setting for professional development, and representing the Institute on a regional, national, and international stage. The candidate should be familiar with national trends in medical education, have an operational skillset, and be adept at managing a budget. The position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment within a leading academic medical center, and to make a significant impact on the understanding and treatment of human immunity and related medical disciplines. Travel PercentLess than 10% Functions Medical Care/Hospital AdministrationEducation/Academic Administration

Created: 2024-11-13