Chair of the Department of Molecular and Precision ...

Chair of the Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine About the Company Top-ranking medical research center & healthcare organization IndustryHigher Education TypeEducational Institution Founded1963 Employees1001-5000 Categories Penn State UniversityEducationHospitalMedical Specialties researchacademic medicinetranslational scienceglobal healthhumanistic medicineartificial intelligencebiomedical scienceand health systems science About the Role The Company is seeking an Inaugural Chair for its Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine. This pivotal role is designed for a visionary scientific leader who will be at the forefront of shaping and growing the department, with a focus on advancing the understanding of human health and disease through innovative research. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategic vision that positions the department as a leader in molecular and precision medicine, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Key responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment and mentoring of faculty, supporting their development, managing departmental resources and budgets, and promoting diversity, equity, and belonging. The ideal candidate for this role at the company will be a distinguished scientist with a strong research background in molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, cancer biology, or a related field, and a proven track record of extramural funding. Academic leadership experience, including managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering a diverse research environment, is essential. The role requires a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree, and a current academic appointment at the professor level. The Chair will lead a department that is part of a larger institution with a strong commitment to medical education, research, and clinical care, and will be instrumental in driving the department's mission to be at the leading edge of biomedical research. Hiring Manager TitleDean Travel PercentLess than 10% Functions Education/Academic AdministrationMedical Care/Hospital Administration

Created: 2025-01-31