"Chair of the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging"

Chair of the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging

Yale University: School of Medicine: School of Medicine Dean's Office

Location

New Haven, CT

Open date

Feb 28, 2025

Deadline

Feb 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Yale School of Medicine seeks a visionary and collaborative physician-scientist to serve as Chair of the Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished academic leader to guide a department integral to Yale’s mission of excellence in clinical care, research, and education. With a talented faculty and a commitment to advancing medical imaging, the Department is poised for transformative growth under new leadership.

The Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging at Yale School of Medicine plays a vital role in advancing patient care, medical education, and imaging science. With 128 faculty members, the Department provides essential diagnostic and interventional imaging services across Yale New Haven Health, offering expertise in neuroradiology, musculoskeletal imaging, cardiothoracic imaging, breast imaging, and interventional radiology. As a critical hub for collaboration, the Department works closely with clinicians and researchers across Yale, ensuring that imaging is integrated into innovative treatment strategies and medical breakthroughs.

With a strong commitment to education, the Department trains future leaders in radiology through a well-regarded residency program and a variety of subspecialty fellowships. Research efforts within the Department span artificial intelligence, molecular imaging, and precision medicine, creating opportunities to shape the future of medical imaging. The next Chair will have the opportunity to guide the Department in optimizing clinical operations, expanding research initiatives, and strengthening faculty engagement to ensure continued excellence in academic radiology.

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Medicine, the Chair of the Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging provides leadership across all aspects of the Department’s mission: clinical care, research, and education. The Chair is responsible for guiding faculty, staff, and trainees while working closely with institutional leaders at Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Health. They will oversee section chiefs and vice chairs, including those responsible for clinical operations, research, education, and faculty development.

The Chair will develop and implement a strategic vision to strengthen the Department’s clinical services, enhance its research portfolio, and ensure excellence in radiology education. A key priority will be fostering alignment between clinical and research faculty, refining compensation structures, and ensuring that incentives are transparent and equitable. The Chair will also work to strengthen faculty engagement, promote a culture of collaboration, and advocate for the Department’s needs at the institutional level.

As the field of radiology continues to evolve with advances in artificial intelligence, precision imaging, and interventional techniques, the Chair will play a critical role in ensuring that Yale remains at the forefront of innovation. They will collaborate with basic and clinical science leaders across Yale to support interdisciplinary research and expand the Department’s impact in imaging science. A strong commitment to faculty development and mentorship will be central to this role.

The Chair must be an effective communicator and advocate, ensuring that the Department’s goals align with the broader priorities of Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Health. As a bridge between faculty and institutional leadership, they will play a key role in securing the resources necessary for the Department’s success while fostering an environment where faculty feel valued and supported in their professional growth.

To ensure the continued success and impact of Yale’s Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging, the next Chair must address the following key opportunities and challenges that will shape the Department’s future:

• Develop a culture of trust and transparency
• Empower faculty and sections
• Enhance the culture of research
• Develop departmental cohesiveness
• Enhance mentorship and leadership
• Advocate for the department and champion its mission

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have an MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent clinical doctoral degree with board certification. They should demonstrate exceptional leadership in clinical care, education, and research, with qualifications meriting appointment at the rank of Professor at Yale. Additionally, they should have significant experience managing large, complex clinical and academic programs and a proven record in building research infrastructure and advancing innovative clinical care models. Key qualifications and characteristics include:

• Proven excellence in leadership, with the ability to inspire and foster collaboration across specialties, departments, and research centers.
• Experience in navigating the complexities of a major academic medical center, including operational planning, financial management, and fundraising initiatives.
• National recognition for scholarly accomplishments in clinical, translational, or basic science research, with a history of securing extramural funding and a track record of supporting basic, translational, and clinical science.
• A strong commitment to education, with experience mentoring trainees, fellows, and junior faculty across a spectrum of learners.
• Experience building interdisciplinary research initiatives and clinical programs that drive advances in patient care, education, and scientific discovery.
• A demonstrated commitment to all School of Medicine values and fostering a welcoming environment for faculty, staff, and trainees.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, transparent leadership style.

Application instructions

The search firm Isaacson, Miller is assisting Yale University in the recruitment of the Chair. To be considered, those interested must apply through the Yale University’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: apply.interfolio.com/164367.

Applicants must upload a CV, including a letter of interest that highlights the applicant’s relevant leadership experience. Review of complete applications will continue until the top candidate(s) have been identified. Applications must be submitted through Interfolio for consideration, but inquiries, nominations, and referrals may be submitted electronically in confidence, to: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/yale-university-school-medicine/chair-department-radiology.