Vice Chair of Research

Job Description - Vice Chair of Research (260000RS)

Job Description

Vice Chair of Research - (260000RS)

Position Summary

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) seeks an experienced and collaborative academic leader to serve as Vice Chair of Research. This senior faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor will provide strategic leadership for the department's research mission and support the growth, productivity, and success of faculty and trainees across the research spectrum.

The Vice Chair of Research will work in close partnership with the Department Chair, institutional leadership, and UMSOM research offices to strengthen research infrastructure, expand extramural funding, and enhance the national profile of the department's scholarly activities.

Campus/School Information

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is the state's public health, law, and human services university, dedicated to excellence in education, research, clinical care, and public service. UMB enrolls over 6,700 students in six nationally ranked professional schools-medicine, law, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and social work-and an interdisciplinary Graduate School. The university's dynamic campus is in the heart of downtown Baltimore, providing access to a diverse and vibrant urban environment with close proximity to government agencies, major health institutions, and research partners.

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) was chartered in 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States, the University of Maryland School of Medicine is into its third century - training the next generation of physicians, scientists, and health professionals, providing compassionate clinical care, and conducting advanced biomedical research to solve the generational health challenges of our time. Throughout our history, we have been innovative leaders in academic medicine. We were the first US public medical school to open a teaching hospital in 1823, and we were the first to establish shock trauma as a medical field. Our faculty, staff, residents, trainees, and students are dedicated to leadership and social responsibility across our four mission areas: Education. Research, Patient Care, and Community.

Position Information

Position Title: Vice Chair of Research

Department/Division/School: Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences/Basic Sciences/University of Maryland School of Medicine

Salary Range: $160,000 - $325,000

Background Checks

Employment at UMB is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. A background check does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. However, the university reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment if the findings are deemed incompatible with the position.

Employment eligibility must be verified within three days of the start date. Failure to provide appropriate documentation may result in offer rescission or employment termination.

Successful candidate should be able to:

• Provide leadership and oversight of the department's research enterprise, encompassing basic, translational, clinical, and outcomes research.
• Monitor, track, and report departmental research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, grant submissions and awards, presentations, and other scholarly activities.
• Promote and support scholarly activity among faculty, residents, and fellows, including grant development, manuscript preparation, and participation in regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
• Provide mentorship to junior faculty and early-career investigators to support academic advancement, research independence, and promotion.
• Oversee resident and fellow research programs, including research curriculum development, project oversight, regulatory compliance, and dissemination of scholarly work.
• Prepare and present an annual departmental research report outlining accomplishments, challenges, and strategic opportunities.
• Lead the development and implementation of a multi-year departmental research strategic plan aligned with UMSOM and institutional priorities.
• Collaborate with UMSOM research offices, funding agencies, and external partners to enhance research infrastructure, funding opportunities, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Candidates are expected to have an established federal grant portfolio that can be transferred to the University of Maryland
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor at UMSOM on the Tenure Track.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a strong record of mentoring faculty, residents, and fellows.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to foster collaboration and innovation within a complex academic medical center.

Application Submission

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter - Outlining professional interests and alignment with UMB's mission.
• Curriculum Vitae - Including a list of publications, grants, and academic achievements.
• List of References - Names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested for shortlisted candidates).

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled: Yes

For questions regarding the position, please contact obgynhr@som.umaryland.edu

Additional Information

The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department.

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate''s geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive health insurance, retirement plans, tuition remission, and professional development opportunities. More details can be found on the UMB https://www.umaryland.edu/hrs/benefits/.

Job

: Faculty

Organization

: School of Medicine - Clinical Departments

Job Posting

: Jul 30, 2026