Chair of Medicine and Oncology

Position Overview

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) School of Medicine invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Medicine and Oncology . This leader will set the department’s strategic vision, guide faculty development, and oversee all academic, clinical, and operational functions. The Chair reports directly to the Dean of the School of Medicine.

The Chair of Medicine and Oncology will lead the continued growth of an academic department dedicated to advancing cancer prevention, innovative research, and exceptional medical education. A central focus of the department is the development of a comprehensive academic oncology program addressing cancers prevalent in the Rio Grande Valley. The program integrates clinical services, translational research, clinical trials, and education within the Cancer and Surgery Center.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Oversight of high quality patient care within all departmental clinical programs.
• Research Advancement: Support and growth of basic, translational, and clinical research initiatives, including clinical trials.
• Education: Integration of outstanding educational programs for medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees.
• Faculty Development: Recruitment, mentorship, evaluation, and promotion of faculty; fostering a culture of wellness, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Administration: Financial oversight, budget planning, and resource allocation aligned with institutional priorities.
• Strategic Planning: Development and implementation of departmental strategies consistent with the School of Medicine’s mission.
• Representation: Serve as an ambassador for the department at local, regional, state, and national levels.

Additional Responsibilities (UTRGV School of Medicine Standard Expectations for Chairs)

• Report directly to the Dean.
• Ensure effective administration of the department.
• Lead regular department meetings to communicate key updates, policies, and programmatic initiatives.
• Recruit and recommend appointments of faculty, including community faculty.
• Oversee implementation of all UTRGV and SOM policies applicable to the department.
• Develop and submit the department’s annual budget, including compensation recommendations.
• Manage departmental finances and space allocation.
• Recommend faculty appointments, promotions, and tenure.
• Organize the department to meet current and emerging needs of the School of Medicine.
• Ensure faculty wellness, mentorship, career development, and performance evaluation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of post‑clinical degree experience.
• M.D. degree required; M.D./Ph.D. preferred.
• Board certification in relevant specialty.
• Eligibility for unrestricted Texas medical licensure.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice.
• Administrative leadership experience at the departmental or institutional level.
• Evidence of successful, independent clinical or translational research, with a history of grant or protocol funding.
• Consistent contributions to education, training, and mentoring of trainees, faculty, or staff.
• Progressive academic leadership experience; oncology‑focused leadership preferred.
• Ability to thrive within an evolving hybrid medical school environment committed to education, research, and patient care.
• Qualified for appointment at the rank of associate professor or full professor at an LCME accredited medical school.

EEO Statement

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley promotes and ensures equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities, and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Job Requirements

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security‑sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code § 51.215. Candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Desired start date: 09/01/2026.

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