Department Chair, Department of Epidemiology (COPH)

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Candidates must possess:

• An earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, MD, or equivalent) in Epidemiology, Public Health, or a closely related discipline.
• Qualifications for appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure.
• A distinguished record of scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications and a history of successful extramural funding.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, mentoring, and student development.
• Proven leadership experience in an academic, research, or public health setting.
• Evidence of successful collaboration across disciplines and sectors.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a respected scholar, collaborative leader, and committed mentor who can articulate a compelling vision for the future of the department. They will demonstrate the ability to inspire excellence, build partnerships, advance innovative research and education initiatives, and strengthen the department's reputation as a leader in epidemiology and population health.

The Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health offers a dynamic environment for academic leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and public health impact. The next Chair will play a pivotal role in advancing the College's mission to improve health through research, education, and service.

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Key Responsibilities

The Chair will:

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the department.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain outstanding faculty and staff.
• Advance a strong culture of research excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
• Expand the department's portfolio of externally funded research.
• Promote excellence in undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and continuing education programs.
• Support student recruitment, retention, mentoring, and career success.
• Foster interdisciplinary partnerships across UAMS and with public health, healthcare, community, governmental, and industry partners.
• Provide effective stewardship of departmental resources, including budgeting, personnel, and operational oversight.
• Represent the department within the College, UAMS, professional organizations, and external stakeholder communities.
• Maintain an active and nationally recognized program of scholarship

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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.