Chair of the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences

University of Oklahoma Health Science Center

Oklahoma City, OK 

Position Highlights: 

• Strategic Leadership and Vision: Lead the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences in strategic planning for administration, research, teaching, and community service while aligning departmental goals with the broader mission of OUHSC.
• Research and Academic Excellence: Foster an environment of intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and extramural funding to advance the department’s research portfolio and academic reputation in rehabilitation sciences.
• Teaching and Curricular Development: Inspire innovative teaching methodologies, support faculty development, and ensure excellence in professional and post-professional academic programs, empowering students for diverse careers.
• Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and community stakeholders, enhancing the department's impact locally, regionally, and globally.
• Leadership and Operational Oversight: Provide holistic management of departmental resources, faculty development, and Centers of Excellence to cultivate a nurturing environment for faculty, staff, and students while ensuring financial stewardship and program accreditation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Range: $110,000-175,478
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical & Dental insurance, retirement & generous holiday and PTO days.
• Relocation Assistance - $10,000

Qualifications: 

• Degree(s): Earned post-professional doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, OTD, DPT)
• Academic Rank: Associate Professor or Professor level
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated success in strategic planning, faculty recruitment, team building, and advancing inter-professional initiatives within a complex academic or healthcare environment.
• Teaching and Mentoring: Experience in teaching, curriculum development, and mentoring graduate and professional students, post-doctoral fellows, and junior faculty.

About the Community 

1. Lifestyle & Affordability: Oklahoma City (OKC) is known for its affordable cost of living, consistently ranking below the national average, which allows residents to enjoy a high quality of life without financial strain. Housing options range from historic neighborhoods to modern developments, offering variety and value.
2. Education: The city is home to several higher education institutions, including the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University campuses. OKC also focuses on workforce development programs to align educational outcomes with industry needs, fostering a skilled labor pool. Oklahoma City schools aim to provide both academic rigor and holistic education, supported by partnerships with local organizations and community engagement initiatives.
3. City Rank and Size: Oklahoma City is one of the largest cities in the U.S. by land area, with a population of over 680,000. It continues to grow as a hub for commerce, innovation, and cultural activities.
4. Easy Travel: Will Rogers World Airport provides convenient air travel options.
5. Local Attractions: Oklahoma City offers a mix of cultural and recreational attractions, such as the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the OKC Zoo, and Scissortail Park. The revitalized downtown area also features the Myriad Botanical Gardens and Bricktown entertainment district.

 Application Instructions

All applicants are required to provide a cover letter, CV, and letters of reference as well as apply directly to the job posting within the OU Health Sciences Center Interfolio website. https://apply.interfolio.com/148716

Job Reference #: 24916