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Chair, Department of Biophysics

Confidential, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75201

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Chair, Department of Biophysics

About the Company

World-class medical education & research center

Industry Hospital & Health Care

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1943

Employees 10,001+

Categories

Education Dallas-Fort Worth Healthcare Hospitals & Clinics Outpatient Care Health Care

Specialties

health care biomedical research medical treatment academic medicine disease prevention global health medical research medical education graduate school health professions cancer care and research brain and spine heart care and research and medical care

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chair for the Department of Biophysics. This leadership role is pivotal in maintaining and enhancing the department's reputation for excellence in research, training, and teaching. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a group of primary faculty who are distinguished scholars and researchers, fostering a culture of mentorship and collaboration, and seeking opportunities for growth and partnership within the broader academic and medical community. The Chair will also be expected to have a strong administrative and personnel management background, the ability to secure resources for strategic goals, and a commitment to the values of the institution.

Applicants for the Chair position at the Department of Biophysics should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, with a focus on the intersection of biology and physics. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of impactful research, a robust publication history, and the ability to lead a diverse range of research interests. The role requires a guiding voice in the field of biophysics, with the aim of stimulating innovative research and maintaining the department's premier national and international standing. The Chair will work closely with the Vice Provost and Dean of Basic Research and will be instrumental in the recruitment and development of top faculty, as well as in promoting a culture of excellence and mentorship.

Hiring Manager Title Vice Provost and Dean of Basic Research

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Education/Academic Administration