Chair of the Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Health Policy and Management is seeking nominations and applications for the department chair position. The department has a strong history and commitment to supporting and collaborating on implementation science efforts (e.g., projects, graduate courses in IS, economic evaluation) across UAMS campuses and nationally.

Reporting to Dean Mark Williams, the chair works closely with other college leaders, department faculty and staff, and external partners to advance the interests of the college. Responsibilities include inclusive and visionary leadership, oversight of department operations, fostering faculty and student development, promoting diversity and health equity, leading educational innovation, ensuring operational excellence, and representing the department to internal and external constituents. The chair is expected to have expertise in health policy and management, research experience, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.

For fullest consideration, applicants should provide a current CV and letter of interest by September 29.

For more information, visit the job posting. For additional information, to discuss this position further, or to make nominations, please contact the WittKieffer Team at: UAMS-HPM-Chair@wittkieffer.com.