Vice Chair of Research, Department of Anesthesiology

Vice Chair of Research, Department of Anesthesiology, Vanderbilt Health

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Reports To: Chair, Department of Anesthesiology
• Position Type: Full-Time, Academic Leadership

Position Overview

The Department of Anesthesiology at Vanderbilt Health invites visionary, nationally recognized physician-scientist, and investigators to apply for the prestigious position of Vice Chair of Research. This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most successful and rapidly advancing anesthesiology research enterprises, ranked sixth nationally in NIH funding and supported by more than $14 million in annual extramural funding. 

Vanderbilt offers an extraordinary environment where innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence thrive. With a robust portfolio of federally funded research, state-of-the-art core facilities, and a culture dedicated to mentorship and discovery, the Department of Anesthesiology is uniquely positioned to accelerate breakthroughs that improve patient care locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities

The Vice Chair of Research will provide strategic vision and dynamic leadership and mentorship to advance a vibrant research enterprise spanning basic, translational, clinical, and health services research.

• Develop and execute a bold vision for the department research mission and expand extramural funding.
• Inspire and mentor junior and mid-career faculty, fellows, and students. Oversee faculty recruitment, startup package negotiations, and performance evaluations. Facilitate protected research time for clinician-scientists.
• Oversee research resources, infrastructure, compliance clinical trials, and grant management.
• Maintain an active, independently funded research program and represent the department on institutional committees and national societies.

Qualifications

• Education: MD, DO, MD/PhD, or PhD degree. Board certification in Anesthesiology (if applicable) and eligibility for a Tennessee medical license and faculty appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank.
• Experience: Nationally recognized academic record with active extramural research funding (e.g., NIH R01) and peer-reviewed publications. Proven leadership experience within an academic medical center and a record of mentoring junior investigators.

Application Process

Submit a CV, letter of interest, and three professional references to Dr. Mark Rice, [email protected].