Confidential
Chair of the Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine
Confidential, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033
Chair of the Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine
About the Company
Top-ranking medical research center & healthcare organization
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1963
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Penn State University Education Hospital Medical
Specialties
research academic medicine translational science global health humanistic medicine artificial intelligence biomedical science and 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 Title Dean
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration Medical Care/Hospital Administration
About the Company
Top-ranking medical research center & healthcare organization
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1963
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Penn State University Education Hospital Medical
Specialties
research academic medicine translational science global health humanistic medicine artificial intelligence biomedical science and 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 Title Dean
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration Medical Care/Hospital Administration