Chair of Dermatology

Summary Tufts Medical Center (TMC) and the Tufts University School of Medicine are seeking a Chair of Dermatology. The ideal candidate will be an academic physician executive recognized for clinical excellence, teaching, and leadership, with the skills to lead a department in a major quaternary medical center.

The Opportunity The Chair will report to the Dean of the Medical School and oversee all academic programs, including appointments and promotions. This role reflects the importance of the Department of Dermatology at TMC. The new Chair will sustain a tradition of clinical excellence, innovation, and teaching, contributing to clinical research and the growth of the clinical trials program.

Key Responsibilities The Chair must be an inspirational leader prepared to ensure excellence in the dermatology training program and maintain access for referring physicians. They will lead the academic mission and collaborate with affiliated teaching hospitals.

Ideal Candidate

• Rank of Professor or equivalent with a robust academic portfolio, including research and clinical trials.

• Proven management experience (e.g., Program or Division Director).

• Ability to enhance clinical effectiveness and patient experience.

• Charismatic communicator capable of influencing across interdependencies.

• Experience in faculty recruitment and program development.

Critical Success Factors Success will be measured by:

• Recruiting faculty to meet clinical and educational needs.

• Assessing departmental strengths and gaps in collaboration with leadership.

• Achieving excellence in education and clinical trials.

• Improving patient access through referring physicians.

Organization Overview Tufts Medical Center, established in 1796, is a leading integrated academic health system delivering exceptional care across Massachusetts. The relationship between Tufts Medicine and the Tufts University School of Medicine is reflected in their governance and research structure.

Department of Dermatology Since 1893, the Department has been a leader in care and research, managing over 94,000 patient visits annually. It provides cutting-edge therapies and minimally invasive procedures.

Faculty & Training With 20 faculty members, the Chair can recruit additional specialists and expand clinical services. The ACGME-accredited training program offers 15 resident positions, emphasizing clinical exposure and research opportunities.

Research Excellence The Department is recognized as a top clinical trial site, contributing significantly to dermatology research in various conditions, including alopecia areata and psoriasis.