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Position Summary

The **Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs** will provide **strategic leadership and operational oversight** for faculty development, engagement, and advancement across the Department of Emergency Medicine.

This individual will partner closely with the **Department Chair** , other Vice Chairs (Education, Research & Innovation), and UVA Health leadership to foster a thriving, collaborative, and equitable environment for faculty success at all ranks and across clinical, research, and educational missions.

The Vice Chair will serve as a **key advisor to the Chair on faculty-related policies** , oversee faculty appointment and promotion processes, champion well-being and recognition initiatives, and ensure alignment with School of Medicine and UVA Health priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Faculty Development and Advancement

+ Lead faculty development initiatives, including mentorship programs for early-career and mid-career faculty.

+ Oversee promotion, tenure, and reappointment processes in collaboration with the School of Medicine.

+ Partner with the Chair to ensure equitable evaluation and advancement opportunities for all faculty.

+ Develop structured pathways for leadership development, academic promotion, and scholarship.

Faculty Engagement and Well-Being

+ Foster an inclusive and supportive departmental culture that aligns with UVA’s **ASPIRE values** (Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy).

+ Lead initiatives to improve faculty experience, well-being, and retention.

+ Develop and oversee recognition and awards programs.

+ Collaborate with departmental and institutional leadership on strategies for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Mentorship and Academic Growth

+ Oversee mentorship programs for faculty pursuing academic promotion, educational leadership, and research careers.

+ Identify and support faculty with interest in academic leadership positions at UVA and in national organizations.

+ Provide guidance on effective academic goal setting, career planning, and time management.

Operational and Strategic Leadership

+ Serve as a core member of the department’s senior leadership team.

+ Align faculty affairs initiatives with departmental goals in **clinical care, education, research, and innovation** .

+ Work closely with UVA’s Office of Faculty Affairs and Faculty Development and the School of Medicine’s leadership on policies and initiatives.

+ Provide regular reporting to the Chair on faculty demographics, promotion metrics, retention, and engagement.

About the Department of Emergency Medicine

The **UVA Department of Emergency Medicine** is a nationally recognized leader in clinical care, education, and research. The department’s faculty care for more than **75,000 patients annually** across UVA Health’s academic emergency department and regional sites.

Educational excellence is a core mission, with a **robust residency program, fellowships in EMS, medical toxicology, ultrasound, and global health, and active student programs** . Faculty are nationally recognized for innovation in AI-augmented learning, simulation-based education, physician well-being initiatives, and operational research.

The department has strong institutional support for educational innovation, with collaborative ties to the **School of Medicine Office of Educational Affairs, UVA’s Link Lab for data science and engineering, and the Center for Advanced Medical Analytics** .

About UVA Health and Charlottesville

UVA Health is the flagship academic health system for the Commonwealth of Virginia and is consistently ranked among the nation’s best. The University of Virginia is a top-public university with a strong culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and service.

Charlottesville offers an outstanding quality of life, combining the vibrant intellectual and cultural environment of a university town with the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Required:

+ MD or DO (or equivalent) degree.

+ Board certification in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM).

+ Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in Virginia.

+ Demonstrated leadership experience in faculty development, mentorship, or academic affairs.

+ Strong track record of academic productivity and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

+ Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

+ Prior experience as an Associate or Vice Chair, Section/Division Chief, or comparable leadership role.

+ Familiarity with APT (Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure) policies and processes.

+ Experience leading initiatives in faculty well-being, recognition, or institutional culture.

+ Evidence of national engagement in faculty affairs, professional societies, or leadership development.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit:

+ A **cover letter** describing leadership experience, vision for the role, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

+ A **current curriculum vitae (CV)** .

+ **Names and contact information** for three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To Apply:

To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence, to Shannon Hughen Giger at [email protected].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit** **dualcareer.virginia.edu