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To thrive as a Tenure Track Professor, you need an advanced degree (typically a PhD) in your field, a strong record of research, and demonstrated teaching ability. Familiarity with academic publishing platforms, learning management systems, and grant application processes is crucial. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and time management skills help you engage students, collaborate with colleagues, and balance research and teaching responsibilities. These skills and qualifications are vital for building a successful academic career, securing funding, and making impactful contributions to your institution and discipline.

What is the difference between Tenure Track vs Postdoctoral Researcher?

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Required CredentialsDoctoral degree, research experience, academic credentialsDoctoral degree, specialized research skills
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions, research universitiesResearch labs, universities, research institutes
Employment StatusProbationary faculty position with potential for tenureTemporary, fixed-term research position
Career PathPath to professorship and academic tenurePostdoctoral training, research specialization

In summary, a Tenure Track position is a faculty role with the potential to achieve tenure and a permanent academic appointment, whereas a Postdoctoral Researcher is a temporary research-focused role aimed at gaining experience and specialization before pursuing faculty positions or other careers.

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Infographic showing various Tenure Track job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, and 36% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $74,604 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Vice Chair, Education, Department of Dermatology (MD or MD/PhD) (Phoenix)

University of Arizona

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Job description

Vice Chair, Education, Department of Dermatology (MD or MD/PhD) (Phoenix)
Posting Number
req25141
Department
COM Phx Dermatology
Department Website Link
College of Medicine-Phoenix
Medical Sub-Speciality
Dermatology
Location
Greater Phoenix Area
Address
475 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix is seeking a vice chair of education in the Department of Dermatology. This is an opportunity for an outstanding leader with a national reputation as a clinician, educator and collaborator.
The Department of Dermatology has existing strengths in medical student education as well as basic and translational research in skin cancer. The Department is seeking to expand the educational activities for medical students and to establish a dermatology residency program in partnership with Banner - University Medical Group (B-UMG). Clinical activities will be at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, which has an established and growing dermatology program specializing in cutaneous oncology that is part of a research-driven multidisciplinary skin cancer care team. For candidates with an active research program, the position will also include protected time for research and research start-up funding.
The vice chair will work in strategic consultation with the department chair, the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education and the Office of Graduate Medical Education. They will assist the department in developing and implementing an education strategic plan, establishing a dermatology residency program, serving as a mentor and developing collaborative relationships with the university, clinical and community partners.
The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in the Department of Dermatology, actively participate in teaching, clinical service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.
The successful candidate will meet the requirements of either a career track or tenure track faculty according to the College and University guidelines.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement departmental education vision and infrastructure.
  • Establish a dermatology residency program.
  • Build internal and external relationships to inspire and promote academic collaborations across the health system.
  • Promote and provide a teaching environment of the highest quality and integrity.
  • Foster education programs of national distinction through innovation and collaboration.
  • Mentor medical students, residents, fellows and faculty.
  • Engage in teaching activities for students, residents and fellows.
  • Participate in appropriate department and/or College committees as well as professional organizations, as appropriate.
  • Research or other scholarly work.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Must possess an MD or MD/PhD or equivalent degree(s) from an accredited instruction.
  • Be board certified in Dermatology and be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona.
  • Be eligible for medical staff membership at B-UMG and Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center.
  • Be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the associate professor level or higher.
  • Have at least three years of education and/or administrative experience.
  • Demonstrated track record of clinical excellence and clinical scholarship.
  • Demonstrated track record of scholarly activity.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Have experience as residency program director or associate program director.
  • Demonstrate experience in the development and successful implementation of new educational programs.
  • Show experience with community partnership and collaboration.
  • Have at least three years of undergraduate and graduate medical education experience.
  • Experience mentoring students and/or residents in research projects.
  • Experience supervising faculty and staff.
  • Outstanding interpersonal communication and professionalism skills.

Rank
To be Determined
Tenure Information
To be Determined
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
AAMC Public Schools for Rank and Specialty
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Office of Academic and Faculty Affairs comphx-oafa@arizona.edu
Open Date
2/27/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
CV, cover letter and two additional documents required to be considered for the position. One additional document will be a statement of teaching and scholarly interest, which should clearly indicate your interest in this role and what skills or professional employment experience you have to support your application.
The other additional document will be professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.
Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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