Director, Center for Public Health & Professor of Clinical Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. Job Overview The University of Cincinnati (UC) seeks a leader to serve as the Inaugural Director of the newly formed Center for Public Health. The Director will play a pivotal role in establishing and leading the Center during a critical growth phase. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of public health at UC, guiding program development, faculty recruitment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strategic growth across a complex academic environment. Public health at the University of Cincinnati is a dynamic, interdisciplinary field that spans across the College of Medicine, College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology. There are also a growing number of embedded concentrations and dual degree programs and initiatives spanning multiple colleges university wide. The new UC Center for Public Health unifies these efforts under a collaborative framework of shared governance. Essential Functions Provide strategic and operational leadership for all public health academic programs. Oversee the planning and implementation of new academic offerings, including new concentrations and potential doctoral (DrPH) programs. Coordinate and integrate the Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Public Health (MPH), and 4+1 programs across participating colleges. Lead efforts to attain joint accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Collaborate with academic units to recruit public health faculty aligned with each college’s strategic priorities. Drive undergraduate and graduate enrollment growth through unified marketing, recruitment strategies, and program excellence. Serve as a faculty member through teaching and/or research contributions to the field of public health. Minimum Requirements Terminal degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, DrPH, or equivalent). Eligibility for faculty appointment at the Professor level. Distinguished track record in scholarship and academic accomplishment. Experience in academic affairs, curriculum, accreditation (including CEPH), or higher education administration. Additional Qualifications Considered Significant management and operational experience in a complex academic organization, including financial/budgeting and strategic planning. Demonstrated ability to create and articulate a shared vision, persuade a wide range of audiences of its value, and engage others in its implementation. Extensive experience leading public health research initiatives, securing and managing grant funding, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. The University of Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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