Vice Chair of Research, Department of Emergency Medicine

Geisinger Health System • Wilkes-Barre, PA

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About The Position

Geisinger is seeking an Emergency Medicine physician with a proven record in clinical research to join our team as the Vice Chair of Research for the Department of Emergency Medicine at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, PA. At Geisinger, our goal is to make better health possible through research! We leverage our high-quality patient care; fully integrated healthcare system; large, stable patient population; advanced electronic health record; and clinical data warehouse to create healthcare services and delivery which will improve quality of care while enhancing access and affordability. In 2023, our Emergency Department published 21 peer-reviewed articles and three book chapters/textbooks and presented our work at 70 scientific conferences. System-wide we had >$57 million in external grant and contract revenue, >1,400 active research projects, including clinical trials, and >1,090 publications.

Requirements

• Career emergency physician with proven research experience, including success in obtaining and leading federally funded or equivalent research.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice.
• Board certification in emergency medicine by ABEM or AOBEM.
• Experience in research mentoring and collaborative program building.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Clinical and Academic Chairs of Emergency Medicine, along with Geisinger Research Institute Leadership, to develop and execute a strategic research plan that aligns with and advances the Department of Emergency Medicine's mission.
• Lead the coordination, development, and continuous quality improvement of research activities within the Department of Emergency Medicine, serving as the primary point of contact for research-related inquiries and projects.
• Partner with the Geisinger core research team to coordinate initiatives and projects that support and enhance the Emergency Medicine research mission at Geisinger.
• Collaborate with Emergency Medicine residency program leadership to foster resident learning and active engagement in research activities.
• Support Emergency Medicine leadership and core faculty in initiatives to increase faculty participation and productivity in research and scholarly endeavors.
• Provide oversight and guidance to the research coordinator, ensuring alignment with departmental research objectives.
• Work with the Emergency Medicine residency program director to ensure compliance with ACGME RRC research-related regulations and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package & benefits including three robust retirement plans, CME, relocation, and more.
• Academic opportunities with Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
• Better quality of life - Enjoy fresh air, short commutes, and tight-knit communities in our respective regions across Pennsylvania.
• Satisfaction of working for a nationally recognized, physician-led healthcare organization committed to leading healthcare change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree