Job Overview

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader for the position of Vice Chair of Research. This role will provide strategic oversight of all research initiatives within the department, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and impactful research environment. The Vice Chair will work closely with faculty, fellows, and residents to elevate the department’s research portfolio, secure external funding, and promote the department’s national reputation in emergency medicine research. Final rank of Faculty Appointment will be commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement the department’s strategic research vision, aligned with institutional goals and national priorities.
• Cultivate a collaborative research environment among faculty, staff, and trainees to foster academic productivity and interdisciplinary research.
• Promote a culture of mentorship by guiding junior faculty and trainees in developing research skills, securing funding, and achieving scholarly success.
• Identify, pursue, and secure external funding opportunities, including NIH, foundation, and industry grants.
• Provide oversight and management of research grants, ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor policies.
• Collaborate with the Office of Research to support sponsored programs, budgeting, and regulatory approvals.
• Strengthen the department’s partnerships with other research entities within the College of Medicine and UC Health.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including other academic institutions and funding agencies.
• Promote research innovation through partnerships with clinical trials, translational research, and community-based initiatives.
• Lead the development of research curricula for residents and fellows.
• Mentor faculty and trainees to advance their scholarly activity, publications, and grant submissions.
• Support the integration of research with clinical education to enhance patient care and learner development.
• Provide leadership and oversight of research infrastructure and resources, including budget management and compliance.
• Serve on departmental and institutional committees relevant to research.
• Represent the Department of Emergency Medicine at national conferences and meetings, promoting the department’s research achievements.

Minimum Requirements

• M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent.
• Successful completion of an Emergency Medicine Residency.
• A demonstrable record of success in academic achievement, with incrementally increased regional and national reputation and funding.