Hospital Medicine Division: Director of Research at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek Director of Research to join the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

The Ohio State University College of Medicine’s Division of Hospital Medicine is seeking an exceptional scholar to develop a program recognizable at the national level within the sub-specialty of Hospital Medicine. We are currently recruiting for a Director of Research to help lead the division in expanding its research infrastructure to amplify its commitment to health services, quality improvement, operational excellence, and education. The duties and responsibilities of this committed leader include: research leadership, conduct research, teaching and mentoring.  The position is on the tenure-track, with rank and salary commensurate with education and experience. The successful candidate will have maintained an externally funded and independent research program with impact in or implications for Internal Medicine. Demonstrated experience as a research mentor is required. Expertise in research administration is desired, but not mandatory.

Department/Division Overview
The Division of Hospital Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is dedicated to the health and well-being of our patients, our division team members and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center community. Our hospitalists are internal medicine physicians whose complete focus is to care for patients during their stay in the hospital. Our faculty delivers the highest quality evidence-based care through an interdisciplinary approach. We are a team of more than 170 faculty and staff members who account for over 16,000 admissions and over 149,000 patient encounters at our 7 hospitals. In addition, as part of one of the nation’s top-ranked medical centers, the Division of Hospital Medicine has access to nationally and internationally recognized subspecialists, comprehensive cancer care and additional support services.  

Duties and Responsibilities
The Director of Research will develop, implement, and monitor a research strategic plan within the Division of Hospital Medicine. They will serve as a resource for research methodology, research project planning, and champion a culture of discovery. This individual will mentor faculty, trainees and other students to ensure sound project planning, execution, data analysis, and publication of results. She or he will work closely with faculty to develop research plans and proposals with an emphasis on future external funding through the identification of funding sources, grant workshops, and collaborative research opportunities. This individual will also provide assistance in the: 1) management of research budgets and research conflicts; 2) oversight of research staff; and 3) development, maintenance, and circulation of research reports. Service on key divisional committees is expected, likely will serve on department or institutional committees as well.  

Requirements
Applicants must have: 

• An MD, DO, MBBS, or equivalent degree with formal training or credentials in a relevant discipline. 
• Ability to obtain full medical license in the state of Ohio

• An actively funded research program in basic, translational, clinical or health services research designed to directly or indirectly improve the practice of medicine 

• A record of scholarly achievement and funding capabilities appropriate to the applicant’s seniority and professional experience. 

• Experience in research mentorship 

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills for work in an interdisciplinary department. 

• High productivity in regards to peer-reviewed publications and presentations 

• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative research relationships at local level, and at Regional or National level  

• Current journal editor or experience on editorial board 

• Qualifications for an academic appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank 

PhD, MPH or equivalent experience preferred

How to Apply
To be considered, application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Kam Carlberg, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, Kamala.Carlberg@osumc.edu

ALSO, please feel free to reach out to me at my email address above should you have questions.

Faculty Defined
Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a doctor of medicine (MD), doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their principal career focus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, and may include teaching, and/or research. ?

Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure-track faculty with MD or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care.?

Research Faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associate professor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of one to five years. Their principal career focus is research.?

The Ohio State University College of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School – Research, 40th Best Medical School – Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report, it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments and a School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

The Wexner Medical Center
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to be celebrating our 31st consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 10 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and two selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 14 out of 20 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery and heart failure.

The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies.  Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Columbus, Ohio
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to  its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.