PhD), Department of Basic Medical Sciences (COM-P)

The University of Arizona•Phoenix, AZ

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix seeks an experienced physician-scientist to direct, develop, and grow its MD/PhD Program. Launched in 2017, the program provides rigorous dual-degree training across the translational spectrum in a collaborative, tri-institutional environment that includes the University of New Mexico and University of Arizona programs in Phoenix and Tucson. The program offers students access to resources in clinical research design, regulatory science, biomedical informatics, community engagement, and mentorship networks. The director will provide leadership, oversight, and coordination of the overall program, including recruitment, admissions, orientation, course design, program evaluation, and financial management. The position is up to 0.50 FTE; the remaining 0.50 FTE will be devoted to other mission-based activities as determined by the Department of Basic Medical Sciences. The successful candidate will also fulfill faculty responsibilities in that department, actively participating in research, teaching, and/or clinical service, and must qualify for appointment at the associate or full professor rank and meet tenure-track requirements under College and University guidelines. The role requires excellence in teaching and research, educational program leadership, student portfolio management, and longitudinal guidance across the MD and PhD portions of training. Strong communication and collaboration with academic, research, and medical/biomedical programs across campus are integral to the program’s continued success. The position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Hold an MD and PhD from an accredited institution.
Have or be qualified for a faculty appointment at the College at the associate or full professor rank.
Be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Arizona.
Be eligible for clinical privileges at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, Phoenix Children’s, or Phoenix VA Health Care System.
Have a track record of publishing research findings.
Meet the College and University requirements for tenure-track faculty.
Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to health sciences and clinical education.
Have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information clearly and effectively.
Demonstrate experience working effectively with varied communities, building professional relationships, and adapting communication and engagement approaches to different needs.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a dual MD/PhD program.
Experience leading a combined-degree program.
Five or more years of faculty research experience.
Experience mentoring trainees.
Experience developing meaningful assessment and evaluation programming.
Administrative leadership experience.
Management experience.
Graduate student education experience, with recognized strength and experience mentoring graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows in research.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative oversight, growth strategies, and assessment for the MD/PhD Program.
Oversee and mentor all MD/PhD students.
Organize, develop, and participate in program meetings to establish policies and procedures, assessment and evaluation systems, academic progress tracking, and integration across key components of the MD program.
Promote the program through public presentations and outreach to potential students.
Work with the Office of Admissions and Recruitment to review applications, interview applicants, arrange second-look visits, and prepare acceptance recommendations.
Lead updates to program communications and websites.
Work with College of Medicine – Phoenix leadership to ensure smooth transitions between the MD and PhD segments and timely completion of graduation requirements.
Apply for federal funding to support the MD/PhD Program.
Participate in research, teaching, and/or clinical service as a faculty member in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences.