Job Details :
Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) invites applications for the position of Department Chair for the Pathology & Clinical Sciences Education Department.
This position could be based at any of our three locations - Macon, Savannah, or Columbus, GA.
Responsibilities :
The Chair leads a growing, multidisciplinary faculty who are active in research and teaching. The Chair will oversee the growth in academic programs, research infrastructure, and external research funding.
Mercer University School of Medicine is a community-based medical school that educates health professionals to provide care in rural, medically underserved areas of Georgia ().
This is a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure-track appointment. Rank will be determined based on the credentials of the selected candidate.
Duties include :
- Provide leadership and administration of the Pathology & Clinical Sciences Education on all three MUSM campuses in Macon, Savannah, and Columbus, GA;
- Serve as a liaison to all committees or groups as needed or assure representation from the Department of Pathology and Clinical Sciences;
- Support the departmental faculty with emphasis on their responsibilities for the educational and research program;
- Participate in on-going readiness for accreditation and ensure that the Pathology & Clinical Sciences Education participates in continuous quality improvement;
- Engage in teaching activities in small and large group settings;
- Acknowledge and support the mission of Mercer University School of Medicine to provide physicians to rural and medically underserved Georgia;
- Participate and collaborate in scholarly activity and with national organizations that maintain and enhance administrative and educational skills.
Required Qualifications
- MD or PhD degree from an accredited college or university in a related field
- Demonstrate a proven track record of leadership, teaching and excellence in a discipline that complements the Mercer University School of Medicine programs.
Desirable Qualifications :
- American Board Certification in Pathology or related field (preferred, but not required)
- Georgia license to practice medicine or eligibility for a Georgia license (preferred, but not required)
- Demonstrated experience effectively educating and advising medical students.
- Experience in small group, team-based, interdisciplinary teaching, and student evaluation
- Administrative experience and the ability to manage department financial, academic, administrative, and personnel matters
- Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Commitment to developing a research focus both personally and with other faculty and students
Background Check Contingencies :
Criminal History
Required Document Attachments :
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information
Scheduled Weekly Hours :
Job Family : Faculty Medicine
Faculty Medicine
EEO Statement :
AA / EEO / Veteran / Disability
Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.