Chairperson of the Department of Dermatology

The American University of Beirut (AUB) Faculty of Medicine (FM) and Medical Center is seeking a distinguished clinical and academic leader for the position of Chairperson of the Department of Dermatology.

The Department of Dermatology provides patient-centered services, comprehensive education, and advanced clinical and basic research. Clinical services cover both out-patients and in-patients and include procedural and cosmetic dermatology, dermatological surgery, dermatopathology, phototherapy, and laser therapy. Faculty members within the department also offer elective and selective clerkships to medical students and interns, as well as an ACGME-I accredited Residency Program in Dermatology. They are also engaged in research covering the epidemiology, diagnosis, management, and treatment of numerous dermatological diseases.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate for the position of Chairperson should be an accomplished clinical and academic leader. Applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Hold a medical degree with subsequent formal clinical training in Dermatology, preferably through accredited residency and fellowship programs.
• Have achieved a recognized academic rank, preferably at the level of Associate Professor or Professor.
• Demonstrate leadership experience with a distinguished record in clinical practice, education, and research.
• Possess exceptional communication, teamwork, administrative, and managerial skills, coupled with a proven ability to mentor faculty and trainees, and foster academic growth. 

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• A curriculum vitae (CV).
• A letter of intent, including a summary of accomplishments in clinical service, teaching, research, program development, and administrative management.
• For internal applicants: A proposed vision and strategic plan for the Department of Dermatology at AUB-FM. For external applicants: The vision and strategic plan may be submitted after visiting the Department and its facilities upon invitation.
• The names and contact information of at least four references.

Applicants may direct inquiries or submit their full application electronically to Dr. Umayya Musharrafieh, Search Committee (SC) Chair ( Show Contact Details ), with copies to Dr. Fuad Ziyadeh, Executive Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs ( Show Contact Details ), Mr. Khalil Kreidieh, SC Director ( Show Contact Details ), and Mr. Karim Al Kharsa, SC Coordinator ( Show Contact Details ). The application deadline is Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

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