Executive Director, Healthy Aging & Gerontology

USC Marshall School of Business; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University in Huntington, WV seeks a visionary physician-scientist to serve as Vice Dean of Healthy Aging, leading clinical, research, and educational initiatives focused on aging populations across Appalachia and beyond.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, program oversight for gerontology/geriatrics, and collaboration with Marshall Health Network to advance aging equity and impactful longevity research.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or PhD degree required.
• Proven leadership in academic medicine desired.
• Experience in gerontology or aging research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a system-wide vision for healthy aging across Marshall University and MHN.
• Integrate aging-focused priorities across clinical care, research, and education.
• Oversee the Gerontology/Geriatrics Fellowship Program and curriculum development.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations and pursue federal/state/philanthropic funding in aging.

Skills

MD/DO

PhD

Academic leadership

Gerontology

Policy & strategy

Education

MD/DO or PhD degree

Job description

Marshall University in Huntington, WV seeks a visionary physician-scientist to serve as Vice Dean of Healthy Aging, leading clinical, research, and educational initiatives focused on aging populations across Appalachia and beyond.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, program oversight for gerontology/geriatrics, and collaboration with Marshall Health Network to advance aging equity and impactful longevity research.