Westfield State University
Vice Chair for Research, Department of Pediatrics
Westfield State University, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
The University of Virginia, School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics invites applications for the position of Vice Chair for Research. Applicants at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor are encouraged to apply.
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply. As part of its mission to provide excellence and innovation in patient care, the UVA School of Medicine engages talented researchers and trainees, promoting and facilitating cutting-edge biomedical research. The School consistently attracts prominent researchers to develop scientific breakthroughs benefiting patients across the Commonwealth and beyond. Recent major research highlights and accolades Responsibilities:
Engineer evolution toward a more optimal basic, translational, clinical, and community-based research environment. Assist in developing the Child Health Research Center (CHRC) as a leading research center. Collaborate with the CHRC Director and Chair to update research strategic plans, develop focused research areas, and organize Research Day. Foster development of young investigators by establishing a departmental K-club or encouraging participation in institutional K-clubs. Encourage participation in K- and R-grant writing workshops to optimize funding success. Ensure all K and initial R grants undergo departmental review to enhance success chances. Develop pilot funding proposals with the Chair to support promising young investigators. Provide support and training services for researchers at all levels, including grant management and lab operations. Support faculty in grant applications through review and scoring assistance. Create a plan for bridge funding in collaboration with the Chair. Keep the research community informed about grant opportunities. Ensure access to core resources like CRCs and biostatistics support, with fair distribution and competency assessment. Work with the Chair on strategic research hires, especially for centers of excellence and NIH funding. Annually, the Chair and Vice Chair will agree on 2-4 metrics for incentive compensation, aligned with the Department’s annual review and the Dean’s Office. The position offers eligibility for clinical and academic incentive plans. UVA Health is a world-class academic medical center with a Level 1 trauma center, NCI-designated cancer center, Level IV NICU, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. UVA is Virginia’s top-ranked Children’s Hospital. Founded in 1819, UVA School of Medicine has 21 clinical departments, 8 research departments, and 6 research centers, attracting top researchers with over $230 million in grant funding. Qualifications: The position requires an MD/DO or PhD degree, with eligibility for faculty appointment at UVA. Application Instructions: Please complete your application online and attach: A cover letter CV/resume Contact information for three references, including names, titles, and emails For more information, contact Dr. Madhu Misra at ABP6BD@uvahealth.org. For application process questions, contact UVA Recruiter Karon Harrington at fak3ph@virginia.edu.
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Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply. As part of its mission to provide excellence and innovation in patient care, the UVA School of Medicine engages talented researchers and trainees, promoting and facilitating cutting-edge biomedical research. The School consistently attracts prominent researchers to develop scientific breakthroughs benefiting patients across the Commonwealth and beyond. Recent major research highlights and accolades Responsibilities:
Engineer evolution toward a more optimal basic, translational, clinical, and community-based research environment. Assist in developing the Child Health Research Center (CHRC) as a leading research center. Collaborate with the CHRC Director and Chair to update research strategic plans, develop focused research areas, and organize Research Day. Foster development of young investigators by establishing a departmental K-club or encouraging participation in institutional K-clubs. Encourage participation in K- and R-grant writing workshops to optimize funding success. Ensure all K and initial R grants undergo departmental review to enhance success chances. Develop pilot funding proposals with the Chair to support promising young investigators. Provide support and training services for researchers at all levels, including grant management and lab operations. Support faculty in grant applications through review and scoring assistance. Create a plan for bridge funding in collaboration with the Chair. Keep the research community informed about grant opportunities. Ensure access to core resources like CRCs and biostatistics support, with fair distribution and competency assessment. Work with the Chair on strategic research hires, especially for centers of excellence and NIH funding. Annually, the Chair and Vice Chair will agree on 2-4 metrics for incentive compensation, aligned with the Department’s annual review and the Dean’s Office. The position offers eligibility for clinical and academic incentive plans. UVA Health is a world-class academic medical center with a Level 1 trauma center, NCI-designated cancer center, Level IV NICU, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. UVA is Virginia’s top-ranked Children’s Hospital. Founded in 1819, UVA School of Medicine has 21 clinical departments, 8 research departments, and 6 research centers, attracting top researchers with over $230 million in grant funding. Qualifications: The position requires an MD/DO or PhD degree, with eligibility for faculty appointment at UVA. Application Instructions: Please complete your application online and attach: A cover letter CV/resume Contact information for three references, including names, titles, and emails For more information, contact Dr. Madhu Misra at ABP6BD@uvahealth.org. For application process questions, contact UVA Recruiter Karon Harrington at fak3ph@virginia.edu.
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