Physician - Department of Urology, Vice Chair for Research (Open Rank / Track Faculty)

The Ohio State University College of Medicines Department of Urology is seeking an exceptional and innovative scholar to lead a nationally recognized program as the Vice Chair for Research. The position is full-time on the tenure-track, with salary commensurate with education and experience. The successful candidate is a nationally / internationally respected scientist who has maintained an externally funded and independent research program with impact in or implications for the field of Urology. A focus in prostate and / or bladder cancer is preferred. Demonstrated experience as a research mentor is required. Expertise in research administration is desired, but not mandatory. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

The Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Urology is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and implementing the departments strategic research priorities to grow the research portfolio, recruit new scientists, expand research space, increase research funding, and improve research impact. The successful candidate will develop a translational research program with clinical implications ultimately capable of advancing the care of patients with urologic disease. The Vice Chair for Research will foster a collaborative research environment and promote a culture of discovery. She / he will ensure that the department maintains a high standard of scientific excellence and innovation. Joint appointments with other departments across the University will be available and encouraged.

Department / Division Overview

The Department of Urology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is nationally recognized by U.S. News amp; World Report (#24) for delivering the highest quality of care for the treatment of urologic conditions. Our mission is to alleviate patient suffering from urologic disorders through an integrative model of extraordinary clinical care, patient-centered discovery and educational innovation in service of the citizens of Ohio and beyond. Our vision is to transform the lives of our patients through this comprehensive approach to urologic practice. The Department of Urology has a rich history and timeline dating back to 1917. Under the leadership of Cheryl Lee, MD, as chair, the Department is composed of six specialty Divisions with 21 adult faculty members and 13 advanced practice providers. Collectively, the Department performs nearly 20,000 clinic and operative procedures, annually. Seven pediatric urologists at Nationwide Childrens Hospital have academic appointments in the Department. Clinical care, research, education, and community service are major priorities, and the Department is engaged in multicenter and multispecialty initiatives.

The NCI-designated OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) and the James Cancer Hospital provide a collaborative research environment. The overarching research priorities of the OSUCCC James are immuno-oncology, cancer engineering, translational genomics, cancer prevention, and survivorship. It has over 360 researchers who represent 11 of the 15 colleges at Ohio State and at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Each scientist is in one of five interactive research programs within the comprehensive cancer center These multidisciplinary teams translate groundbreaking discoveries into innovative patient care via hundreds of clinical trials on the latest therapies, some of which are available nowhere else. The OSUCCC James is also funded by the NCI to conduct phase 1, 2, and 3 clinical trials of novel cancer drugs provided by the NCI.

In addition to two research fellowships, the Department sponsors clinical fellowship programs in Endourology (Endourological Society) and Urologic Oncology (Society of Urologic Oncology) while Nationwide Childrens Hospital sponsors a fellowship in pediatric urology (Society for Pediatric Urology).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research Leadership : Develop a translational research program within the Department of Urology. Recruit and retain established and emerging scientists. Foster an environment of scientific inquiry and innovation. Lead high-impact research projects and initiatives within the department. Promote interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the institution to achieve the strategic research goals of the department.
• Funding and Grants : Identify and pursue funding opportunities from federal agencies, private foundations, and industry partners. Oversee the preparation and submission of single and multi-PI grant proposals. Manage research budgets and ensure proper allocation of resources.
• Mentorship : Teach and mentor students, trainees, and / or junior faculty while committing to recruit and develop women and underserved minorities.

Requirements

How to Apply

Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to : Tyler K. Smith, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, tyler.smith@osumc.edu

Faculty Defined

Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), doctorate (PhD) orother terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and areappointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their principal careerfocus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, and may include teaching, and / or research.

Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, orprofessor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate(PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary careerfocus centers on research, service, and teaching.Tenure-track faculty with MD, DO or MD / PhD degrees may also beinvolved in clinical care.

Research Faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associateprofessor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate(PhD) or other terminal degree inthe relevant field of study.Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and areappointed for terms ofone to five years. Their principal careerfocus is research.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Recognized as a Tier 1 school for research in the 20252026 U.S. News amp; World Report Best Medical Schools list, it ranks among the top 16 medical schools for research in the nation. It also remains in Tier 2 for primary care, further demonstrating its strength across the academic spectrum. Known for its innovative curriculum, cutting-edge research, and excellence in clinical care through The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the college continues to advance its mission of education, discovery and community impact. With more than 2,700 faculty across 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments, and the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State is shaping the future of academic medicine - locally, nationally and globally.

The Wexner Medical Center

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to be celebrating our 33rd consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News amp; World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 9 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and four selected as high performing. U.S. News amp; World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 17 out of 22 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, arrhythmia , COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, gynecological cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pacemaker implantation , pneumonia, prostate cancer, spinal fusion, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement.

Our new hospital tower, scheduled to open in 2026, is the largest single facilities project ever undertaken at Ohio State. Its designed to enhance a unified Ohio State Wexner Medical Center campus providing world-class patient care, leading-edge research and outstanding clinical training.

820 large, private rooms to elevate patient-centered care, nearly doubling the number of beds we have today

Enhanced connections between the new inpatient hospital and the OSUCCC James

More than half an acre of terrace space and a quarter acre of green space for a small park

148 additional beds for patients of the OSUCCC James

51 neonatal intensive care unit bassinets

State-of-the-art diagnostic, treatment and inpatient service areas; imaging; operating rooms; and critical care and medical / surgical beds

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and / or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio / Western Pennsylvania / West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) .

Columbus, Ohio

Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries . Additional information about the Columbus area is available here . In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.