Vice Chair, Research, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (MD, MD/PhD, PhD) (COM-P) Posting Number req26886
Department COM Phx Obstetrics&Gynecology
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix Medical Sub-Speciality OB/GYN: General
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 475 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix is seeking a vice chair of research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. This is an opportunity for an outstanding leader with a national/international reputation as a respected and accomplished academician, clinician, educator and collaborator with a proven track record in innovating research.
This position reports directly to the chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology within the College of Medicine - Phoenix for all academic activities. Consistent with the Academic Affiliation Agreement (AAA) between the University of Arizona and Banner Health, the vice chair will have a matrix reporting relationship to the CEO of Banner - University Medical Group (B-UMG) and CEO of Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix (B-UMCP) for all clinical activities conducted at B-UMCP.
The vice chair will assist the department in developing a research vision and infrastructure, seeking grant and other funding opportunities, serving as a principal investigator, developing research plans and methods, implanting and managing research studies and disseminating research findings. In addition, this individual will be expected to develop collaborative relationships with other university, college, clinical and community partners.
The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, actively participate in teaching, clinical service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.
The successful candidate will meet the requirements of a career track faculty according to the College and University guidelines.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions. Duties & Responsibilities - Strategic Leadership. Establish departmental research priorities and a strategic plan aligned with institutional goals; maintain oversight of the research portfolio; and identify growth opportunities across clinical, translational, outcomes, quality and health services research.
- Research Team Leadership. Recruit, supervise and provide performance oversight for departmental research personnel-including the research director, research manager and clinical research coordinators-ensuring clear workflows, accountability and professional development.
- Resource Stewardship. Oversee equitable, mission-aligned allocation of research funds, personnel, protected time and statistical and data support, prioritizing projects of greatest scientific and institutional value.
- Regulatory Compliance. Ensure all research adheres to IRB, institutional, federal and sponsor requirements, and promote a culture of ethical research conduct.
- Faculty and Learner Development. Mentor faculty, residents, fellows and students; facilitate research teams and study design; and cultivate a culture in which research is accessible, mentored and valued.
- Scholarly Productivity. Drive timely, high-quality publication and presentation output, track scholarly products and direct the department's Annual Scholarly Day.
- Grant Development. Identify funding opportunities (NIH, PCORI, foundations, industry, philanthropy), support faculty in grant development and build a sustainable pipeline of fundable proposals.
- Institutional Collaboration. Serve as the department's principal liaison to institutional research leadership and facilitate cross-departmental and multicenter collaboration.
PerformanceMetrics- Current, well-organized research portfolio with timely IRB compliance.
- Increased faculty and learner research participation.
- Sustained publication output in high-impact journals.
- Growth in extramural grant submissions and awards.
- Improved workflows, accountability and timely project completion.
Minimum Qualifications - Possess an MD, MD/PhD, PhD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the associate professor level or higher.
- Be board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona, if clinical.
- Be eligible for medical staff membership at Banner - University Phoenix, if clinical.
Preferred Qualifications - Have experience and national/international recognition in clinical trials.
- Demonstrate experience with hospital partnership and collaboration.
- Have developed a research portfolio including NIH or industry grants.
- Be experienced as a PI.
Rank To be Determined
Tenure Information Career-Track (CT)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Academic Administration
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay AAMC Public Schools for Rank and Specialty
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Office of Human Resources, Talent Acquisition
[email protected]Open Date 8/25/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
CV and cover letter required for to be considered for the position. One additional document will be professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.
Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.
