Vice Chair for Research- Department of Anesthesiology
Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 114706
Job Family: Faculty/Physicians
Status: Full Time
Shift: Variable
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 35521085030151-Anesthesia
Overview
The Department of Anesthesiology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the next Vice Chair for Research. With a unified data structure, electronic medical record and IRB across all 69 hospitals of Advocate Health System, this is a unique opportunity to leverage the strength of the enterprise in data extraction, large registries and clinical trials networks. The department enjoys a strong national and international reputation and is a consistently sought after clinical trials site across a range of subspecialties. In addition, the faculty includes several exceptionally well-funded individuals with a strong track record of scholarship that has impacted the practice of anesthesiology, critical care and pain medicine.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is the academic core of the nations third-largest nonprofit health system that is known for its unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care, cutting-edge research, and medical education. We are dedicated to transforming healthcare by delivering innovative, patient-centered solutions and fostering groundbreaking discoveries in medicine. With a focus on collaboration and innovation Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist continues to lead the way in shaping the future of healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with department and institutional leaders to enhance the department's research infrastructure.
- Develop and implement a strategic plan to secure extramural research funding.
- Build and support a pipeline of independently funded clinical and basic science investigators.
- Lead and coordinate research activities across the department, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Establish a robust mentoring program for junior faculty and trainees, guiding them toward research independence.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and promote research integrity.
Qualifications
- M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent advanced degree currently at the rank of associate professor or professor.
- Board eligible or board certified in Anesthesiology or allied field.
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of North Carolina.
- A proven track record of research leadership and securing extramural funding in an academic health system.
- Experience in mentoring and developing research faculty and trainees.
- Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
