Vice Chair of Education, Department of Radiology

The Radiology Department at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, ranked the No. 1 Best Hospital in Texas (tied), and among the top 20 in the nation, is seeking a board certified/eligible, fellowship-trained physician radiologist who will work with approximately 190 clinical and research faculty. The Department of Radiology offers one of the largest training programs in the U.S. with approximately 150 medical students rotating through the Department. Four residency programs for Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Vascular and Interventional, and Medical Physics include over 100 residents. A NIH T32-funded residency program for clinician scientists is also available. The Department of Radiology also supports multiple subspecialty fellowships with approximately 30 clinical fellows. This faculty position will be appointed as the Vice Chair of Education, directly reporting to the Chair of the Department of Radiology. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise and proficiency in all aspects of education and act in alignment and closely with the priorities and interests, consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the Department of Radiology. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.

Research Environment:

• Research interests are supported by a culture of collaboration with our strong basic science and clinical teams within the department and across the campus
• Interdisciplinary care conferences that serve as springboards for clinically relevant research
• Robust research coaching and mentorship
• Advanced clinical and pre-clinical instruments and resources
• Administrative, biostatistical and logistical support resources within the department

Compelling Faculty Benefits:

• Faculty members have academic time as appropriate for special projects
• Radiology Department Resources of administrative, biostatistical and logistical support are provided
• Opportunities to collaborate with our strong radiology and non-radiology based basic science and clinical teams across the campus

Faculty Benefits:

• Excellent healthcare plans, competitive salary, and retirement benefits
• Dedicated academic time
• Administrative, biostatistical, and logistical support
• On-campus transportation system ensures mobility between various locations
• Nearby daycare with UTSW-affiliated rates
• Flexible work-plans as appropriate

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex:

• Ranked among top 10 U.S. places to live with the highest pay adjusted to cost of living, with affordable housing and relatively low crime rates
• A thriving culinary scene, world-renowned arts districts, major professional sports teams, trendy entertainment venues, unparalleled shopping opportunities, and extensive parks and recreation
• A richly diverse metropolitan region of 7.1 million residents, with more than 200 unique incorporated cities
• Two major commercial airports
• Average commute time of less than 30 minutes
• Unemployment rate below the national average
• High-quality elementary and secondary schools, along with 45 colleges and universities

Specific roles of the position include but are not limited to:

Academic Strategic Planning and Development for Radiology

1. Dotted line oversight of all departmental Program Directors and Associate Program Directors. 
   Mentors PDs/APDs as core support of the institutional GME Committe 
2. Assists in selection of and approves faculty members for program director and similar positions within the Department
3. Approves/denies clinical observership requests                            
4. Assists the Chair in strategic planning for academic programs and recommends new and existing opportunities for enrichment and advancement of trainees
5. Furnishes an annual report to the Chair detailing the accomplishments and near-term opportunities and challenges
6. Assists with initiatives including development, diversity, wellness, clinical sciences, and resource planning
7. Develops, implements, and manages an academic strategic plan that ensures consistent growth and success across all missions
8. Responsible for ensuring the Radiology Department’s research and education goals are integrated and aligned
9. Works closely with the Chair to develop budgets and manage resources for all academic programming
10. Creates and implements, with departmental leaders, new academic programs to achieve the Radiology Department’s vision and goals
11. Ensures alignment between all missions, sections, and divisions by meeting with relevant leadership regularly

Committee Assignments

1. Division Chiefs meetings
2. Executive Leadership Committee
3. Radiology Department Education Committees – Ex may include: Clinical Competency, ABR 4 yr Pathway, Program Director, Residency Recruitment, Radiology Education Leadership Group, Graduation Planning Committee, Trainee Research Day Planning Committee
4. Represents department with institutional GME, UME committees
   a. Represents the department of Radiology
   b. Reviews applicants and makes recommendations for committees

Faculty Development, Guidance and Representation

1. Provides career mentoring to program directors, associate program directors, education program managers, and designees.
2. Oversees Departmental education initiatives
3. Offers information and guidance to Radiology faculty members regarding medical education, UME, GME and adjacent educational programs
4. Represents the Department in trainee issues or disputes, particularly those of an academic or professional nature.
5. Collaborates with the Vice Chair of Research in research  efforts when appropriate

Qualifications:

• Full-time faculty member in the Department of Radiology
• Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology with an unrestricted license to practice medicine in Texas
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or foreign equivalent
• Fellowship training or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience in academic radiology practice, education and/or research, with academic achievement and productivity as evidenced by a combination of scholarship, publications, and/or grant funding, as well as track record of active participation in national academic activities, and recognition in academics.
• Minimum of two years of experience in education leadership at the program director level for accredited residencies and/or fellowships
• Experience in guiding and mentoring junior faculty, fellows, resident physicians and medical students in academic activities
• Demonstrated ethical conduct, professionalism, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and management abilities to effectively direct and develop academic physicians and support staff.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. 

Working at UTSW:

Bring Your “A” Game.

Why are top candidates in so many professional fields – including customer service, finance, and human resources, to name a few – choosing UT Southwestern Medical Center as a career home? Simple. They know that they will work among a team of people who bring their best every day to support a health organization that’s breaking new ground in dozens of ways. That’s what we can offer you.

It takes a lot to keep UT Southwestern at the forefront, where world-class patient care, acclaimed medical education, and innovative research breakthroughs are common occurrences. When you join us, those are the challenges you’ll share. Our organization has taken on serious commitments and responsibilities within a rapidly evolving health care system.

Change is a constant, so our work supporting this complex matrix of business and systems needs must rise to the highest level of professionalism, collaboration, and innovation. That’s true for every role across the Medical Center and represents why this can be the most challenging work of your career.

Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.