Position Available
Vice President of Research
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Lewisburg, WV
(posted 11/2/2009)
The VPR will lead the strategic planning and entrepreneurial development of scientific research programs including research related to the newly-created Obesity Center and will oversee all aspects of research at the institution. The VPR will be responsible for creating the basic science, public health and translational directions and approaches of the institution’s obesity research objectives and will develop strategies for implementing the clinical applications related to these research efforts. The VPR will liaise with local, State, Federal and non-federal sponsoring agencies and will augment existing statewide clinical and academic networks on behalf of the institution’s research initiatives. In addition, the VPR will advance and support the research efforts of current junior faculty through mentorship and grantsmanship. The VPR is charged with the expansion of the institution’s research activities, both programmatically and fiscally. Administrative responsibilities of the VPR include oversight of all aspects of research including the newly-created Office of Grants and Research, the Human Research and the Animal Welfare programs of the institution. The VPR reports directly to the President.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience as a scientific leader of a research institute or university-based department. A PhD, DO, or MD degree is preferred, but we will consider other terminal degrees with related experience. The candidate must have a documented track record of continuous research funding and scholarly contributions, including demonstrated success in scientific mentoring as exemplified by the awarding of career development, training and/or fellowship grants to pre and post doctoral students as well as junior faculty under their supervision. Experience in obesity or other health-related disparities is highly preferred. The successful candidate has experience in strategic planning, budget development and management, and demonstrates vision, creativity, and a sense of entrepreneurship.
This is a full-time non-classified position with full state benefits and is exempt from FLSA provisions regarding overtime.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of five references and their contact information to include addresses, e-mail, and phone numbers to Leslie Bicksler, Director of Human Resources. Applications are considered confidential, and references will not be contacted without notifying the applicant. Applicants are encouraged to send application packets via e-mail to lbicksler@osteo.wvsom.edu. Material that cannot be e-mailed may be sent to Leslie Bicksler, WVSOM, 400 North Lee Street, Lewisburg, WV 24901. The search committee will begin its review of applications upon receipt.
About the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine:
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) is a public institution of higher education founded in 1974 for the purpose of providing medical training in osteopathic medicine. For the past eleven years, WVSOM has been rank by US News and World Report among its “Top Graduate Schools.” WVSOM is the largest medical school in West Virginia with about 800 students. WVSOM is also nationally recognized for graduating the second highest percentage of all allopathic and osteopathic medical school students who enter primary care residencies.
WVSOM is proud of its cutting edge approach to medical education, offering medical training enhanced by the latest in medical robotics technology and other high tech teaching and testing tools. In addition, WVSOM enhances the student medical experience through its Statewide Campus, a unique network of clinical institutions comprised of over 2400 clinical faculty in over 50 hospitals and clinics throughout the state.To accomplish one of the three mission priorities, i.e. advancement of knowledge through research, WVSOM seeks a Vice President for Research.
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing diversity among its faculty and staff.
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