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- Work week is 37.5 hrs.
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Banner Position Number 002490
Position Title Vice Dean of Addiction Sciences
Classification Title Professor
Department SOM-Family Community Health - MU9420
Job Description Core Responsibilities The Vice Dean of Addiction Sciences will report directly to the Dean of the medical school with the following roles and responsibilities:
• Commit to a broad university and community strategy to address the SUD problem through an integrated multidisciplinary approach.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation at all levels of engagement with the SUD crisis.
• Support the recruitment, development, and retention of talented faculty and staff members to ensure the highest standards of care, education and research.
• Expand the institutional research infrastructure in the context of bench to community approaches to addiction and recovery with emphasis on targeted translational discoveries.
• Promote professional growth and development opportunities for faculty and staff within the addiction sciences division of the medical school.
• Oversee the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of addiction treatment programs and community initiatives.
• Enhance and expand existing programs, ensuring they are aligned with the latest evidence-based practices and research findings.
• Identify and develop new programs to address emerging needs in addiction sciences and community health.
• Work closely with the executive leadership team of Marshall Health Network to align addiction sciences initiatives with the organization's overall strategic goals.
• Partner with the City of Huntington and other community stakeholders in the region to develop and implement comprehensive addiction treatment and prevention programs.
• Enhance collaboration and strategic integration of the medical school and main university campus efforts directed at impacting the SUD problems of our region and beyond.
• Ensure the efficient and effective management of resources, including budget planning and oversight, to support the mission goals related to SUD.
• Monitor and evaluate program performance, using data and analytics to drive improvements and achieve measurable outcomes.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure the sustainability of present and future programs by securing federal and state grants and by leveraging opioid settlements.
• Lead innovative fundraising efforts to support the growth and sustainability of addiction treatment and community programs.
• Engage with donors, grant-making organizations, and other funding sources to cultivate relationships and secure financial support.
• Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for addiction sciences and treatment, representing The Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Marshall University at local, regional, and national levels.
• Engage with policymakers, funders, and other stakeholders to promote policies and initiatives that support addiction treatment and prevention.
Location MURC - Marshall University Research Corporation
Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Qualifications
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
Required Qualifications
Education - MD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., addiction sciences, public health, others).
Experience - A minimum of 5 years of experience in addiction treatment, research, or a related field, with a proven track record of leadership and management.
- Active certification or planning to seek certification from a relevant specialty from a recognized medical board (e.g. American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry, etc.).
- Experience in developing and managing large-scale programs and teams.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership, community stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven experience in fundraising, grant writing, and securing financial support from diverse sources.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships across disciplines.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Financial acumen and experience in budget management.
Preferred Qualifications
EducationExperiencePosting Detail Information
Posting Number MU1559F
Open Date 08/23/2024
Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
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