Title Information Faculty TitleAssistant Professor Job Class Code10031 FLSAExempt Position Information Posting NumberFRGV1854 Working TitleDivision Chief for Population Health (Assistant Professor) Number of Vacancies1 LocationEdinburg, Texas Division/OrganizationDivision of Health Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position1 year Tenure StatusNon Tenure Track FTE1.0 Scope of Job The Division Chief has the primary role of providing visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Division of Population Health ( DPH ), a research and academic component within the Primary and Community Care ( PCC ) Integrated Service Unit ( ISU ). A major focus for this position is to spearhead the Division’s research enterprise by serving as a principal investigator, successfully garnering extramural funding, and mentoring research faculty. The Division Chief will serve as the major driver in advancing scientific knowledge in population health through innovative and multidisciplinary approaches in data analytics and integration of biostatistical and epidemiological methods that facilitate community-based research. This position’s fundamental role in promoting academic excellence in population health will entail participation in the medical school’s didactic programs through active teaching and curriculum development. Given the integral role of community engagement in advancing the School of Medicine’s mission, the Division Chief will position the DPH to serve as an incubator for innovation in community-based education, research, and population-centered care focused on improving health outcomes. Duties: • Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Division to include setting the standard of excellence in population health research. • Pursue and secure extramural funding as an independent principal investigator • Guide and mentor faculty in their research and academic interest, and in their pursuit of extramural funding. • Establish a culture of teamwork that facilitates collaboration within the Division and with faculty in the PCC - ISU and throughout the medical school. • Establish a strong foundation of scientific inquiry that incorporates cutting-edge methods in biostatistics, epidemiology and data analytics. • Participate in the academic programs of the medical school, to include teaching and curriculum development in population health and related disciplines • Recruit and evaluate faculty, to include working collaboratively to identify professional development goals and providing support and guidance in preparation for promotion and tenure • Actively seek approaches to leverage external sources of funding, including state, federal, and philanthropic entities • Support and advance the School of Medicine’s mission through the Division’s community engagement activities and Community Partnership Program. • Participate in the implementation of the School of Medicine’s Strategic Plan, particularly regarding components pertaining to population health and community engagement • Participate in the administrative functions of the Division as required, including budgetary planning • Represent the Division at the Department level within the PCC - ISU . • Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Educational and academic credentials and a minimum of five years of professional experience to qualify for faculty appointment. A solid and notable record of scholarly work and recognition in population health or related discipline. Teaching experience at a professional school level. Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience obtained in a medical school. Exceptional leadership and organizational skills to include planning, multidisciplinary collaboration, effective communication, teamwork, and mentoring faculty. Strong track record as an independent principal investigator to include sustained success in securing extramural funding. License or Certification Required?Yes SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience Desired Start Date09/01/2025 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Open Date08/28/2025 Close Date Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Special Instructions to Applicants Submit a UTRGV Faculty Employment Application, resume and official transcripts to Alberto Castillo, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, 1201 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Texas 78539 or send application viahttps://careers.utrgv.edu/Note: These positions are security-sensitive and are subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. The above statements do not supersede or replace any statements made in the UTRGV Handbook of Operating Procedures or elsewhere which prescribe the role, responsibilities, duties and skills of personnel assigned to this job title, nor are they intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel assigned to this job title. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this job title. Administration / management retain the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Please Note Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48440 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents + List of 3 References + Letter of Interest + Resume + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Certifications and Licenses + Other Document + State Licensure