Chair, Department of Medicine

11 hours ago


Atlanta GA United States Morehouse School Of Medicine Full time

Position Overview

Morehouse School of Medicine is undergoing a national search as it seeks a new Chair for the Department of Medicine, an exciting strategic opportunity for leaders in academic medicine. The next Department Chair must be a compelling and innovative leader whose passion for the educational, clinical, and research missions energize Morehouse School of Medicine’s faculty, staff, and learners, focusing their efforts on a strategic vision of excellence in all missions.

Reporting to Morehouse School of Medicine Executive Vice President of Health Affairs and Dean (EVP/Dean) Dr. J. Adrian Tyndall, the Chair of the Department of Medicine will partner with the EVP/Dean in articulating, directing, and executing on MSM’s vision, mission, and strategies.

The new Chair will have the responsibility for the development and maintenance of efficient and effective operations and the promotion of collaborative work relationships between faculty and staff at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

The Chair will oversee all components of the academic mission including oversight of active research programs, teaching and education of medical students, and oversight of residency programs. He/she will also oversee the expansion of the outpatient and inpatient clinical enterprise of the Department of Medicine and will ensure the highest level of clinical quality and patient safety.

The Chair will be responsible for creating a high performing Department through a commitment to evidence-based care, process improvement, and the development of a quality improvement program that will bring the highest level of quality and outcomes to the patient population the institution serves.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or equivalent foreign degree
  • Current board certification in General Internal Medicine and/or a related internal medicine subspecialty area is required
  • The Chair of Medicine must also have an appropriate record of scholarship, teaching, and service to meet the requirements for Full Professor at Morehouse School of Medicine
Preferred Qualifications
  • Academic Leadership: Sterling reputation as an educator and active clinical internist, a strong sense of strategic, inclusive academic leadership linked to success in implementing and managing change.
  • Collaboration: Demonstrated success with interprofessional collaboration in educational and clinical settings.
  • Communication: Exceptional written and oral communications, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills.
  • Diversity: A deeply rooted commitment to diversity and inclusion at all levels.
  • Financial Stewardship: Understands financial implications of decisions and manages with budgetary discipline.
  • Innovation: Ability to identify opportunities for the development and implementation of innovative solutions.
  • Integrity: Impeccable personal and professional integrity.
  • Results Orientation: Ability to foster a culture of delivery, responsibility and accountability.
Application Process

Applications should include 1) a full CV and 2) a letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described above, the applicant’s motivation to apply, and the applicant’s interest in Morehouse School of Medicine. To ensure full consideration, any inquiries, nominations, and/or application materials should be submitted electronically, in confidence, to: MSM Chair of Medicine

EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.

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