Department Chair, Thoracic Imaging

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 350,000 - 700,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading cancer center in Houston is seeking a Chair for the Department of Thoracic Imaging. This role involves providing leadership, overseeing operations, and contributing to transformative research. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with 10 years of clinical experience, board certification, and a strong track record in mentoring and research. Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and statement by August 18, 2025.

Qualifications

10 years of experience post clinical degree.
Board certification in American Board of Radiology.
Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical licensure.
Strong involvement in education, training, and mentoring.
Ability to lead in a matrix academic environment; oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for all areas of the department.
Inspire professional growth and ensure mentorship.
Represent the department in various matters.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Excellence

Collaboration

Education/mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

M.D. or equivalent degree

Board certification in American Board of Radiology

Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical licensure

Job description

Overview

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is conducting a national search for Chair of the Department of Thoracic Imaging. This leader will establish the vision for, guide the development of faculty in, and oversee all operations and functions in the department. Successful candidates will be an accomplished physician and proven leader. The Department of Thoracic Imaging is part of the Division of Diagnostic Imaging and the Chair reports to the Division Head.

The Chair of Thoracic Imaging will be charged with leading a nationally recognized department and contributing to the prevention and elimination of cancer, transformative research, and exceptional education. The department is comprised of 17 board-certified fellowship trained thoracic radiologists. Thoracic radiologists provide high-quality interpretations of a wide variety of examinations, including chest radiography, chest CT, low-dose lung cancer screening CT, FDG PET/CT, thoracic MRI, and cardiac CT and MRI. The full range of thoracic and cardiovascular imaging is available, including chest CT, low-dose screening CT, CT angiography utilizing the latest acquisition and post-processing techniques, FDG PET/CT and MRI/MRA. In addition to providing a high level of clinical service, members of the Thoracic Imaging actively participate in clinical research and other scholarly activities within MD Anderson, as well as nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and assume full responsibility for all areas of the department, including direct patient care; basic, translational, and clinical research within the department; faculty development and evaluation; integration of educational programs; finance and budgeting; and departmental strategic planning that aligns with institutional direction.
Inspire professional growth by ensuring career development opportunities and mentorship for department faculty and trainees, as well as fostering a positive work environment that emphasizes collaboration, collegiality and wellness for all.
Represent the department, division and institution in local, regional, state, and national matters.

Qualifications

10 years of experience post clinical degree
M.D. or equivalent degree
Board certification in American Board of Radiology
Eligible for unrestricted Texas medical licensure
Demonstration of clinical excellence and performance
Administrative experience at a departmental or institutional level
Proven track record of successful and independent clinical or translational research and grant or protocol funding
Consistent record of contributions to education or training and to mentoring of trainees, faculty, or staff
Progressive leadership experience in an academic setting, preferred experience in an oncologic setting
Ability to function effectively in a matrix organization characterized by complex intra- and inter-disciplinary relationships

Embedded in the fourth largest U.S. city - and the Texas Medical Center, the world\'s largest medical center, MD Anderson is one of the premier cancer centers in the world. We are invested and determined in our collective focus on one goal: end cancer. From basic discoveries to impacts in the clinic, back to the lab and out to the community, our clinicians and scientists create a virtuous cycle of innovation, grounded in a culture of collaboration, connectivity, and data-based science.

Interested candidates should send a copy of their curriculum vitae and supplemental narrative statement to address their qualifications by August 18, 2025.

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

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