Job Description
Professor and Head of the Department of Anatomy & Regenerative Medicine to drive innovation and delivery of teaching programmes, research, and leadership.
Department of Anatomy & Regenerative Medicine seeks a visionary leader to drive the department's vision and strategy, aligned with RCSI's strategy. As Head of the Department, the successful candidate will lead a diverse team of academic, administrative, and technical professionals to achieve shared objectives.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Lead and collaborate on the development and implementation of the Department's vision and strategy
* Manage the efficient administration of Department's strategy and plan
* Provide effective leadership to Department staff, inspiring, motivating, and developing them throughout their career stages
* Build and foster a collaborative team culture
* Engage with and collaborate with other Departments in RCSI to plan and execute education and research projects
* Drive the services and standards of the Department, ensuring it is fully resourced with efficient processes and capable staff
The Department of Anatomy & Regenerative Medicine plays a central role in the RCSI teaching programme, teaching in the School of Medicine across RCSI teaching sites in Dublin and Bahrain, as well as delivering courses in the Schools of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences, Physiotherapy, and postgraduate faculties in Dublin.
**Key Areas of Responsibility:**
* Lead and manage anatomy curriculum development and teaching of undergraduate students
* Develop innovative teaching modalities, including Simulation, Virtual Reality, and AR
* Ensure the Department continues to actively contribute to the accreditation and delivery of existing programmes and the accreditation of any new programmes
* Support translational research grants and develop international and/or industry collaboration to enhance the research reputation of the University, the Department, and the Irish Anatomy community
**Leadership Competencies:**
* Ability to develop strategy and plans and engage collaboratively with other stakeholders
* Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative and inclusive manner to achieve shared objectives and desired outcomes
* Ability to effectively motivate, manage, and mentor a diverse team towards achieving work objectives and career goals
* Experience of effective interaction with accreditation agencies
* Ability to actively engage with and further develop the capabilities and cohesion of team members within the Department and across RCSI
**Required Qualifications:**
* Bachelors degree in medicine, anatomical sciences, biomedical engineering, or related disciplines
* PhD or equivalent qualification in anatomical sciences, regenerative medicine, biomedical engineering, drug delivery, or related disciplines
**Application and Selection Process:**
* Interview and presentation
* All shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, with a competence-based interview and a role-relevant presentation
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