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  • Chair, Department of Neuroscience
    7H100:Department of Neuroscience
    University of Kentucky

    THE OPPORTUNITY
    The UK College of Medicine seeks a visionary chair with a successful record of achievement in academic research in neuroscience or appropriately related fields. Exceptional accomplishments as a researcher and academician are a must, as the chair’s duties will include continuing the research program as well as supervising and maintaining academic activities.

    SCOPE OF ROLE
    As an oversight position, the chair of neuroscience will ensure that department faculty work in conjunction with one another and with other groups across the college and campus, sharing research resources whenever possible. This will also include administrative, teaching, laboratory, and mentoring support. The chair will work closely to maximize the net yield of each project and avoid separation or duplication of work in multiple isolated units.


    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:


    • Grow the department research faculty and research portfolio and provide oversight for the department's research portfolio.

    • Facilitate faculty mentoring in research.

    • Facilitate an environment of collaborative research and conduct, including maintaining records of accomplishments and facilitating the acquisition of external funding.

    • Continue their independent research in line with the goals of the department.

    • Publish in peer-reviewed literature as an author and co-author.

    • Provide oversight for the department's educational portfolio.

    • Participate in and advocate for quality teaching programs for all learners within the department.

    • Assign faculty to teaching roles and manage the distribution of educational assignments among faculty.

    • Mentor faculty in various professorial series and oversee the academic development and productivity of the department.


     

    For full details and consideration for this position, click here: Chair of Neuroscience Prospectus for the full job prospectus.

    The College of Medicine seeks qualified applicants who value its missions and share its commitment to building a strong community. As an Equal Opportunity Action Employer, we strive to foster an environment in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.


    To be considered for this role, Interested applicants should apply through the job posting. Please include curriculum vita and cover letter when prompted in the application process.

    Confidential inquiries, nominations and expressions of interest can be directed to search committee chairs:


     

    This posting will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.

    All applications will be handled in a secure, sensitive, and confidential manner.

 


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