Associate Professor / Professor, Geo, Vice Chair of Research, Department of Emergency Medicine

University of Cincinnati - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Senior

Cincinnati, OH

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Cincinnati is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader for the position of Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Emergency Medicine. This role involves providing strategic oversight of all research initiatives within the department, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment, and working closely with faculty, fellows, and residents to enhance the department's research portfolio and national reputation in emergency medicine research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the department's strategic research vision, aligned with institutional goals and national priorities.
• Cultivate a collaborative research environment among faculty, staff, and trainees to foster academic productivity and interdisciplinary research.
• Promote a culture of mentorship by guiding junior faculty and trainees in developing research skills, securing funding, and achieving scholarly success.
• Identify, pursue, and secure external funding opportunities, including NIH, foundation, and industry grants.
• Provide oversight and management of research grants, ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor policies.
• Collaborate with the Office of Research to support sponsored programs, budgeting, and regulatory approvals.
• Strengthen the department's partnerships with other research entities within the College of Medicine and UC Health.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including other academic institutions and funding agencies.
• Promote research innovation through partnerships with clinical trials, translational research, and community-based initiatives.
• Lead the development of research curricula for residents and fellows.
• Mentor faculty and trainees to advance their scholarly activity, publications, and grant submissions.
• Support the integration of research with clinical education to enhance patient care and learner development.
• Provide leadership and oversight of research infrastructure and resources, including budget management and compliance.
• Serve on departmental and institutional committees relevant to research.
• Represent the Department of Emergency Medicine at national conferences and meetings, promoting the department's research achievements.

Requirements

• M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent.
• Successful completion of an Emergency Medicine Residency.
• A demonstrable record of success in academic achievement, with incrementally increased regional and national reputation and funding.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.