Physician - Department of Urology, Vice Chair for Research (Open Rank/Track Faculty)
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The Ohio State University College of Medicines Department of Urology is seeking an exceptional and innovative scholar to lead a nationally recognized program as the Vice Chair for Research. The position is full-time on the tenure-track, with salary commensurate with education and experience. The successful candidate is a nationally/internationally respected scientist who has maintained an externally funded and independent research program with impact in or implications for the field of Urology. A focus in prostate and/or bladder cancer is preferred. Demonstrated experience as a research mentor is required. Expertise in research administration is desired, but not mandatory. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience. Position Overview The Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Urology is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and implementing the departments strategic research priorities to grow the research portfolio, recruit new scientists, expand research space, increase research funding, and improve research impact. The successful candidate will develop a translational research program with clinical implications ultimately capable of advancing the care of patients with urologic disease. The Vice Chair for Research will foster a collaborative research environment and promote a culture of discovery. She/he will ensure that the department maintains a high standard of scientific excellence and innovation. Joint appointments with other departments across the University will be available and encouraged. Department/Division Overview The Department of Urology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is nationally recognized by U.S. News amp; World Report (#24) for delivering the highest quality of care for the treatment of urologic conditions. Our mission is to alleviate patient suffering from urologic disorders through an integrative model of extraordinary clinical care, patient-centered discovery and educational innovation in service of the citizens of Ohio and beyond. Our vision is to transform the lives of our patients through this comprehensive approach to urologic practice. The Department of Urology has a rich history and timeline dating back to 1917. Under the leadership of Cheryl Lee, MD, as chair, the Department is composed of six specialty Divisions with 21 adult faculty members and 13 advanced practice providers. Collectively, the Department performs nearly 20,000 clinic and operative procedures, annually. Seven pediatric urologists at Nationwide Childrens Hospital have academic appointments in the Department. Clinical care, research, education, and community service are major priorities, and the Department is engaged in multicenter and multispecialty initiatives. The NCI-designated OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) and the James Cancer Hospital provide a collaborative research environment. The overarching research priorities of the OSUCCC James are immuno-oncology, cancer engineering, translational genomics, cancer prevention, and survivorship. It has over 360 researchers who represent 11 of the 15 colleges at Ohio State and at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Each scientist is in one of five interactive research programs within the comprehensive cancer center These multidisciplinary teams translate groundbreaking discoveries into innovative patient care via hundreds of clinical trials on the latest therapies, some of which are available nowhere else. The OSUCCC James is also funded by the NCI to conduct phase 1, 2, and 3 clinical trials of novel cancer drugs provided by the NCI. In addition to two research fellowships, the Department sponsors clinical fellowship programs in Endourology (Endourological Society) and Urologic Oncology (Society of Urologic Oncology) while Nationwide Childrens Hospital sponsors a fellowship in pediatric urology (Society for Pediatric Urology). Duties and Responsibilities
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How to Apply The Ohio State University College of Medicine The Wexner Medical Center Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow. The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University. In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC). Columbus, Ohio |