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Job Category:
Faculty
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Professor
Job Summary:
The School of Medicine and Public Health at the University of Wisconsin seeks a recognized leader with proven leadership and management skills as well as an outstanding academic background to be the Chair of the Department of Medical Physics. The Chair will provide strategic, academic, and administrative leadership of the highest quality to this distinguished department in its research, teaching, and service missions.
Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles Associate Professor and Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
Key Job Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will have a compelling vision for the future of Medical Physics in a leading research-intensive public academic institution.
The Chair will participate in leadership and service activities to the School, the University, the state of Wisconsin, and the profession.
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medical Physics
Compensation:
Negotiable; 12-month
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage. SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026
Required Qualifications:
Substantial background and experience in administrative leadership, research, and teaching, including training programs for the full continuum of medical physics learners, and a strong academic background that would qualify for appointment as a tenured professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Preferred Qualifications:
For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on tenure track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the UW Divisional Committee guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the tenure track.
Education:
Ph.D. or equivalent degree(s).
How to Apply:
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· A cover letter outlining a vision for the department and relevant leadership experience
· A curriculum vitae highlighting research accomplishments, teaching, mentoring and administrative roles
Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected
Contact Information:
Deb Gugel; gugel@wisc.edu; 608-445-3224
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