Chair of Medicine & Oncology — Academic Leader

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg:
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Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m.

- 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs

Robert

C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe

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Title Information

Faculty Title

Job Class Code

FLSA

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number FRGV
1996

Working Title

Working Title Chair of Medicine and Oncology

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Division/Organization

Division/Organization Division of Health Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position 1 year

FTE

FTE 1.0

Scope of Job

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) School of Medicine invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Medicine and Oncology. This leader will set the department’s strategic vision, guide faculty development, and oversee all academic, clinical, and operational functions. The Chair reports directly to the Dean of the School of Medicine.

Position Overview

The Chair of Medicine and Oncology will lead the continued growth of an academic department dedicated to advancing cancer prevention, innovative research, and exceptional medical education. A central focus of the department is the development of a comprehensive academic oncology program addressing cancers prevalent in the Rio Grande Valley. The program integrates clinical services, translational research, clinical trials, and education within the Cancer and Surgery Center.

The Chair is responsible for providing visionary leadership and ensuring excellence across all departmental missions, including:

• Clinical Leadership: Oversight of high quality patient care within all departmental clinical programs.
• Research Advancement: Support and growth of basic, translational, and clinical research initiatives, including clinical trials.
• Education: Integration of outstanding educational programs for medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees.
• Faculty Development: Recruitment, mentorship, evaluation, and promotion of faculty; fostering a culture of wellness, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Administration: Financial oversight, budget planning, and resource allocation aligned with institutional priorities.
• Strategic Planning: Development and implementation of departmental strategies consistent with the…