Chair, Department of Biostatistics

To accomplish the mission of the Department of Biostatistics, ideal applicants should meet the following prerequisites:

·         Be recognized nationally and internationally in their research field;

·         Have research objectives that complement and contribute to the research-driven patient care mission of the institution;

·         Demonstrate administrative competence to ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the department, resolving operational issues, and managing financial and human resources;

·         Have enriched experience as an academic role model in cultivating a nurturing collegial environment for faculty and trainees; and

·         Display dedication to the continuous support and growth, and well-being of the department, its faculty, and its mission and to exemplify our core values of Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety and Stewardship.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree (MD, Ph.D., or equivalent) from an accredited academic institution, have achieved the rank of full professor or comparable position, and have demonstrated considerable ability and meaningful contributions to education and mentoring of trainees and junior faculty. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is committed to building a diverse community of faculty and encourages women and minorities to apply.

Inquiries and Applications:  The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has retained the services of Dr. Josh Ward at the executive search firm Korn Ferry to conduct this important search.  Applicants should submit (in two separate PDFs):  An up-to-date and detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest (2-4 pages) describing your interest in the role of Department Chair, why you believe you would be successful in the role based on your professional experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider this opportunity. For priority consideration, please submit all application materials by September 13, 2023.  The two PDF documents should be sent directly to Dr. Josh Ward at Josh.Ward@KornFerry.com. 

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html