Chair, Department of Neuroscience

Job Title :

Chair, Department of Neuroscience

Requisition Number : FE04404

Department Name :

7H100 : Department of Neuroscience

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Type of Position : Faculty

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status :

Tenure Track

Required Education :

PhD, MD, MD / PhD, or equivalent.

Required Related Experience :

• Outstanding national / international reputation in neuroscience research, including a strong history of extramural funding and current extramural funding.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with preference for previous experience in administrative positions in an academic medical center setting.
• Proven record of recruitment, mentorship, and retention of talent.
• Demonstrated track record of teaching undergraduate and medical students, as well as research training for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

Required License / Registration / Certification :

Not Applicable

Job Summary : 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 :

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.

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.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

A strong visionary and inspirational leader who can artfully convey a long-term vision for the department yet is equally skilled at implementing a detailed plan to achieve that vision. Highly approachable and compassionate; a record of promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, teamwork, respect, and honesty; a professional and personal demeanor characterized by integrity, graciousness, humility, genuineness, empathy, and sincerity; and a passion for the organization’s mission and objectives.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Yes

Preferred Education / Experience :

Open Until Filled : Yes

Our University Community :

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.