Houston, Texas, United States On-site Employment

MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring a Department Chair

About the Role

MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring a Department Chair to lead the Department of Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy. You will establish its vision, guide faculty development, and oversee all operations, including patient care, research, finance, and strategic planning.

What You'll Do

  • Establish the vision for, guide the development of faculty in, and oversee all operations and functions in the department.
  • Provide leadership and assume full responsibility for all areas of the department, including direct patient care; basic, translational, and clinical research; faculty development and evaluation; integration of educational programs; finance and budgeting; and departmental strategic planning.
  • Inspire professional growth by ensuring career development opportunities and mentorship for department faculty and trainees.
  • Foster a positive work environment that emphasizes collaboration, collegiality and wellness for all.
  • Represent the department, division and institution in local, regional, state, and national matters.

What We're Looking For

  • M.D. or equivalent degree
  • Board certification in Internal Medicine or Hematology/Oncology
  • Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical licensure
  • 10 years of experience post clinical degree
  • Demonstration of clinical excellence and performance
  • Administrative experience at a departmental or institutional level
  • Proven track record of successful and independent clinical or translational research and grant or protocol funding
  • Consistent record of contributions to education or training and to mentoring of trainees, faculty, or staff
  • Ability to function effectively in a matrix organization characterized by complex intra- and inter- disciplinary relationships

Nice to Have

  • Progressive leadership experience in an academic setting, preferred experience in an oncologic setting

Team & Environment

The department is part of the Division of Cancer Medicine and the Chair reports to the Division Head.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Medical, dental benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement benefits
  • Tuition benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Individual and team recognition

Work Mode

This is an onsite position based in Houston, Texas.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Required Skills
Clinical ExcellenceBoard CertificationMedical LicensureLeadershipInternal MedicineHematologyOncology
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a comprehensive cancer center dedicated to patient care, research, education, and prevention.

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Job Details
Department Healthcare Services - Advanced Practice
Category management
Posted 14 days ago