The University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, SC, invites applications for the position of Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education.

The Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education is a senior-level faculty position reporting directly to the Dean. The candidate who fills this faculty position will provide vision and leadership around the School's research mission as it builds its extramural funding base and expands its reputation for scholarly excellence. Internally, the position works closely with the Dean, Dean's staff, departmental chairpersons and administrators, and the central administration of the University. Externally, the position works closely with the leadership of the School of Medicine's affiliated hospitals and agencies, and with the various funding, regulatory, and accrediting bodies of the School of Medicine. Additionally, the position will oversee and coordinate the graduate programs in the School of Medicine. A successful candidate must qualify for a faculty appointment at the rank of Professor.

Outline of Desired Qualifications:
M.D./Ph.D. or M.D./D.O. with a record of federally funded research, or Ph.D. with significant clinical trials research;
National recognition as a scholar;
Proven success as an extramurally funded researcher;
Extensive experience with federal funding agencies and regulatory compliance;
Management experience in an academic environment;
Commitment to promoting a culture that nurtures diverse forms of inquiry and scholarship;
Demonstrated evidence of strong interpersonal and communications skills;
Experience planning, implementing, and sustaining comprehensive research centers or programs is highly desirable;
Strong commitment towards cultural diversity and equal opportunity.

An outline of the job responsibilities is available at: USC Jobs Requisition # 004321

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Applicants should send a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae, and request three letters of reference to be sent under separate cover (Adobe Acrobat PDF format) to: email Lynn Heard

The University of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and specifically invites and encourages applications from women and minorities.