Heersink School of Medicine-Professor/Chair-Department of Biomedical Engineering

Job Description

The UAB Heersink School of Medicine and School of Engineering are seeking applications for Chair, Department of Biomedical Engineering. The Chair reports to and works closely with the Deans of the School of Engineering and Heersink School of Medicine, and the Senior Vice Dean, Heersink School of Medicine, to fulfill both UABs and the departments mission to improve health care by making scientific discoveries, solving problems, advancing technology and preparing graduates to succeed in the evolving fields of biomedical engineering and biotechnology.Responsibilities:The Chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering will support the Schools mission and vision through the creation of novel strategies to sustain and grow the Department and continue to enhance the mission areas of research and education. S/he will assess gaps within those mission areas and identify future opportunities and needs. Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of the Dep...