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Life in Rhode Island, the “Ocean State” provides endless outdoor activities and?four seasons, a fabulous &?dynamic culinary and arts scene, numerous?top tier schools,?an international airport?voted The Vice Chair will lead the research division, develop research strategy, mentor faculty and trainees, oversee the Clinical Trials Unit, and maintain an active externally funded research program.

The Department of Family Medicine at Care New England, a major clinical affiliate of the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, seeks an accomplished researcher to serve as Associate Chair of Research. The department runs the Family Medicine clerkship for Brown and operates the Brown Family Medicine Residency Program—the only Family Medicine residency in Rhode Island—training 48 residents across two sites. We also offer Global Health and Diabetology Fellowships.Our research portfolio spans global health, cardiometabolic clinical trials and epidemiology, and mixed methods research. We are developing a center focused on informatics and learning from electronic medical records data using causal inference methods. Brown University holds the contract for the Annals of Family Medicine, providing unique opportunities for scholarly collaboration.The Vice Chair will lead the research division, develop research strategy, mentor faculty and trainees, oversee the Clinical Trials Unit, and maintain an active externally funded research program. This position reports directly to the Chair of Family Medicine.Major Responsibilities<ul><li>Research Leadership and Administration (20%)</li><li>Lead the research division and provide strategic direction for all departmental research initiatives</li><li>Supervise department research staff including coordinators, data analysts, and administrative personnel</li><li>Oversee the Clinical Trials Unit, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence</li><li>Represent the department on research committees within Care New England and Brown University</li><li>Manage the research budget and ensure compliance with IRB, data security, and ethics standards</li><li>Mentorship, Faculty Development, and Grant Writing (20%)</li><li>Mentor junior researchers inluding faculty, fellows, residents, and students in research methodology and grant writing</li><li>Support faculty in developing competitive grant applications for federal, state, and foundation funding</li><li>Foster collaborative research partnerships within the department and across institutions</li><li>Develop research training programs and establish metrics for evaluating research productivity</li><li>Apply for and secure competitive grant funding from federal agencies (NIH, AHRQ, HRSA, CDC, PCORI) and foundations</li><li>Scholarly Activity and External Funding</li><li>Maintain an active, externally funded research program in Family Medicine-relevant areas</li><li>Publish in major peer-reviewed original research journals, including Family Medicine journals, such as Annals of Family Medicine, JABFM, and Family Medicine</li><li>Present at national Family Medicine conferences (NAPCRG, STFM, AAFP)</li><li>Participate in peer review for journals and grant funding agencies</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited institution</li><li>For MD/DO with clinical responsibilities: Family Medicine residency, ABFM board certification, RI license (or eligibility)</li><li>Eligible for Brown University faculty appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank</li><li>Demonstrated track record of federally funded research in Family Medicine or related health services research</li><li>Minimum 5 years conducting independent research with sustained external funding</li><li>Proven experience mentoring junior faculty, fellows, and trainees in research</li><li>Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals</li><li>Experience with research administration and program leadership</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:<ul><li>Expert knowledge of research methodologies including quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches</li><li>Strong understanding of federal grant mechanisms and compliance requirements</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li><li>Strong leadership and team management abilities</li><li>Commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive research environment</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li><ul><li>Current or recent NIH or other federal research funding as Principal Investigator</li><li>Experience leading clinical trials or serving as site PI for multi-center studies</li><li>Expertise in clinical informatics, causal inference methods, or electronic medical records data analysis</li><li>Experience with community-engaged research or practice-based research networks</li><li>National recognition as a thought leader in Family Medicine research</li><li>Established network of collaborators in Family Medicine research</li></ul></li></ul>Life in Rhode Island, the “Ocean State” provides endless outdoor activities and?four seasons, a fabulous &?dynamic culinary and arts scene, numerous?top tier schools,?an international airport?voted 1st in the US by Travel & Leisure in 2025 and all just a?1 hour drive to Boston, 3 hours to NYC, and less than 6 hours to Montreal. To learn more about this opportunity, please apply to Nicole Murray, nmurray@carene.org.

Care New England's strengths are based on complementary programs and distinctive competencies of our partner hospitals and agencies. Butler offers expertise in behavioral health and substance abuse. Kent provides a full cadre of primary and secondary acute care services. Memorial is a 294-bed community teaching hospital that has served northern Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts since 1901. Women &amp; Infants specializes in the health needs of women and newborn children. VNA of Care New England provides a spectrum of home health, hospice and private duty nursing services. And, our Care New England Wellness Center offers an array of rehabilitation, wellness, fitness and educational programs. As a result, Care New England is well positioned to transition into the new era of health care delivery with a high quality continuum of care.
 
Care New England is reinventing the way health care is delivered, partnering with our patients to provide the best care possible while working to create a community of healthier people. This along with our core organizational values that emphasize individual contributions as well as a team approach that inspires our employees to ACT:
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is why we welcome your interest in being part of The Care New England Health System and our dynamic team.

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Associate Chair of Research (MD/DO or PhD)– Rhode Island with an Ivy League University

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The Residency Programs Director will report to the dean or associate dean for clinical affairs and work collaboratively with the hospital directors, the department chairs, and the resident training program directors. The Foster Hospital for Small Animals (FHSA) and the Hospital for Large Animals (HLA) in North Grafton, MA, provide state-of-the-art, 24-hour emergency and multi-specialty care for small animals (FHSA) and large animals (HLA).

Overview:
The Dean’s Office is the central administrative unit that provides leadership to Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. Cummings School provides DVM, master’s, and PhD degrees, and advanced clinical training programs. The Cummings School Veterinary Group (CSVG) is comprised of 7 teaching hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic laboratories. The CVSG supports the education and research missions of the school, as well as providing excellent patient care. With an annual patient caseload of ~100,000, the CVSG serves clients from across New England and is the primary clinical training environment for veterinary students, interns, and residents. The Foster Hospital for Small Animals (FHSA) and the Hospital for Large Animals (HLA) in North Grafton, MA, provide state-of-the-art, 24-hour emergency and multi-specialty care for small animals (FHSA) and large animals (HLA). They are the two largest hospitals in the CSVG. Tufts Veterinary Field Service provides ambulatory care for large animals in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, and is the largest practice of its type in New England. The Lerner Spay and Neuter Clinic provides support for shelters and rescue societies. Tufts at Tech provides care for underserved populations in a partnership with Worcester Technical High School. Tufts Wildlife Clinic provides care of native wildlife species of New England. Cummings Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory provides services primarily for internal clients, but also serves external clients. Combined, approximately 60 residents pursue specialty clinical training under the supervision of approved specialty training programs. Please include a cover letter with your application.

What You'll Do:
<div style="font-family:'verdana' , sans-serif;font-size:10pt">The Residency Programs Manager (RPM) provides centralized management and direction for residency training programs at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. The RPM serves as the main point of contact for programmatic support and coordination of Cummings School residency programs. The residency programs accommodate approximately 65 residents across five clinical and diagnostic units and three academic departments. The RPM will work collaboratively with the Residency Training Programs Oversight Committee. The Residency Programs Director will report to the dean or associate dean for clinical affairs and work collaboratively with the hospital directors, the department chairs, and the resident training program directors. The RPM will be responsible for addressing program-level matters and ensuring that the overall programs remain in compliance with institutional and specialty college guidelines. They will organize and provide oversight of the academic program components that are developed and delivered by faculty. The RPM will directly support the residents and provide guidance on how to access appropriate resources, as required.</div> <div style="font-family:'verdana' , sans-serif;font-size:10pt">Essential Functions in this role will be: Management of the Residency Training Programs<ul><li>Provide oversight and guidance for academic and clinical components of the residency training programs.</li><li>Represent the residency programs to internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Work collaboratively with department chairs, hospital directors, and resident training program directors to support the residency program and the residents.</li><li>Works collaboratively with the Residency Training Program Oversight Committee to ensure that competencies and technical standards are developed. Ensure that the resident's progress through the program is appropriately documented.</li><li>Responsible for addressing program-level matters and ensuring that the overall programs remain in compliance with institutional and specialty college guidelines. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring the Residency Training Program Handbook is current and available.</li><li>Organize delivery of annual Resident Orientation and onboarding, coordinating with departments, internship programs, and clinical units, to minimize duplication. Serve as an information resource for staff, faculty, and residents regarding residency program policies and processes.</li><li>Onboarding includes supporting the FHSA Senior Administrative Coordinator in collecting and submitting license application documents.</li><li>Assist with institutional events that support residency and internship programs.</li><li>Maintain centralized records related to evaluations, probation documentation, and committee decisions regarding individual residents.<ul><li>Track required timelines, review cycles, and reporting milestones as directed by the RTPOC committee.</li></ul></li><li>Maintain accurate records, timely communication, and consistent processes related to residents.</li><li>Maintenance of Resident databases, alumni tracking, and program metrics.</li><li> Working with the VRIMP administrative support to ensure the collection and posting of resident positions and completion of the selection process in a timely fashion</li><li>Work collaboratively with the academic department managers around issues related to resident hiring and recruitment.</li><li>Ensure that website information regarding residency programs is accurate, complete, and updated as needed. </li></ul>Oversight of Academic Programming for Residents<ul><li>Provide logistical support for residency-related educational programming for institutional residency initiatives.</li><li>Organize and provide oversight of the academic program components that are developed and delivered by faculty, including the development and delivery of resident-directed courses, seminars, and workshops.</li><li>Implement structured training for teaching, research, and mentorship responsibilities for residents.</li><li>Management of professional development programming and workshops, and additional off-clinic training operations. This requires working collaboratively with the Donation Program Committee, the Kelley Simulation Laboratory, and the Office of Professional Education to coordinate scheduling.</li><li>Coordinate training in grant preparation, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and critical review of the literature, as relevant and desired.</li><li>Assist with scheduling of the resident’s formal coursework.</li></ul>Resident affairs<ul><li>Wellness initiatives in collaboration with other university efforts.</li><li>Meet regularly with residents across the programs to understand challenges and issues.</li><li>Coordination of resident research awards, teaching awards, completion certificates, and end-of-year resident ceremonies.</li><li>Direct residents to appropriate support resources as required.</li></ul>Financial Management<ul><li>Oversight of any budget or resources assigned to residency programs. </li><li>Working with the CAO to assist with resident program budgeting, funding sources, and externally funded resident logistics. </li></ul></div>

What We're Looking For:
<div style="font-family:'verdana' , sans-serif;font-size:10pt">Please include a cover letter with your application.  </div><div style="font-family:'verdana' , sans-serif;font-size:10pt"> </div><div style="font-family:'verdana' , sans-serif;font-size:10pt">Basic Requirements: Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:<ul><li>Five+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial position in an academic, veterinary, or human medical setting, including people management. </li><li>Must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree. </li><li>Demonstrated aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving</li><li>Demonstrated organizational and leadership abilities</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, high degree of emotional intelligence, and ability to gain the confidence and trust of colleagues and subordinates</li><li>Basic proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills. High degree of emotional intelligence.  </li></ul></div><div style="font-family:'verdana' , sans-serif;font-size:10pt">Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Preference will be given to those with experience working in or with an area related to veterinary medicine or another clinical environment</li><li>A Master’s degree or higher is considered an asset.</li><li>Advanced training in education or management is considered an advantage</li><li>Ability to remain calm under pressure</li><li>Professional demeanor, discretion, and tact</li><li>Flexibility with work schedule is needed, as occasional evening and weekend work may occasionally be required. </li></ul></div>

Salary Range:
Minimum $79,600.00, Midpoint $99,600.00, Maximum $119,500.00

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This is a complex, fast pace working environment that requires an individual who is flexible, can manage multiple priorities and asks, has keen attention to details, is self-motivated and has exceptional organization skills. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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This position is Onsite. Our office is located at 366 SHREWSBURY WORCESTER, MA.Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.We are searching for a highly qualified Senior Administrative Assistant for Same Day Services. This position will support the Director, Department Chair, Site Chiefs, and the Leadership team. This position is responsible for proactive calendar management, planning/coordinating meetings, attending meetings and taking minutes, printing/copying documents, as well as supply ordering and supporting the needs within the department.This is a complex, fast pace working environment that requires an individual who is flexible, can manage multiple priorities and asks, has keen attention to details, is self-motivated and has exceptional organization skills.This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. We offer 4-6 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be 8:00am to 4:30pm EST, Monday - Friday.  Training will be conducted onsite by job shadowing.                                                Primary Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide administrative support in a manner consistent with the highest level of performance and professionalism</li><li>Support the Director, Chair/Chiefs, and Managers with proactive calendar management, distribution lists, communication cadence and event management</li><li>Schedule meetings as requested and facilitate meeting logistics (department meetings, conference room requests, catering, etc.)</li><li>Provide organized resources (itineraries, agendas, meeting materials) for upcoming meetings</li><li>Use various software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, to prepare presentations, reports, agendas and other communications</li><li>Proactively maintain and distribute lists as needed (e.g., organization charts, staffing lists, monthly reports, and contacts) </li><li>Develop processes to maximize efficiency of administrative duties </li><li>Support ad hoc project management activities as requested by team leaders</li><li>Post relevant documentation (i.e., meeting notes, PowerPoint decks, policies and procedures, general correspondence) onto relevant systems (i.e., Teams) and communication boards</li><li>Use relevant software applications (i.e., Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)</li><li>Monitor/oversee functional and employee office communications (i.e.., email, calendar, phones) for internal team members and take appropriate action, as needed</li><li>Coordinate multiple projects that may span multiple weeks with multiple stakeholders</li><li>Work from the ReadyMED Worcester office</li></ul>                                                You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:<ul><li>High School Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience</li><li>Must have a valid Driver's License</li><li>Must be 18 years of age or older</li><li>2+ years using MS Office applications</li><li>Experience coordinating large meetings, including virtual meetings and teleconferences</li><li>PowerPoint and Excel experience</li><li>Experience preparing correspondence to multiple levels of people using excellent verbal/written communication and grammatical skills</li><li>Experience managing multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously with attention to detail</li><li>Experience working in a large, matrixed corporate environment</li><li>Ability to navigate Outlook Calendar Management</li><li>Ability to travel up to 25% of the time</li><li>Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime</li></ul>                                                Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience working in a fast-paced matrix organization</li><li>3+ years of administrative experience OR experience supporting multiple executives within a fast-paced environment</li></ul>                                                Soft Skills:<ul><li>Highly skilled at managing multiple priorities and requests</li><li>Keen attention to detail</li><li>Self-motivated</li><li>Planful with exceptional organization skills</li><li>Effective interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Resourceful</li><li>Present a professional demeanor and be comfortable working with people at all levels</li><li>Excellent organizational skills</li></ul>                                                Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 - $27.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.                                                At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.                                                                                                UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.                                                UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.                                                #RPO #RED

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions worldwide. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others.

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Being a part of UnitedHealth Group means working to improve health outcomes for everyone, including yourself. Here is how:

• Caring. Your total health and well-being are important to us. Whatever matters most to you — we have resources to help you be your best at work and at home. The benefits range from free Peloton courses to financial counseling. <a href="https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/culture/what-we-offer/">Learn more about what we offer.</a> 

• Connecting. We recognize our collective power to make an impact across our communities because we believe the health of any society is measured by the overall health of its people. <a href="https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/culture/">Learn more about our culture.</a> 

• Growing together. UnitedHealth Group is full of inspiring career stories, and we offer a lifetime of opportunities. <a href="https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/career-areas/">Discover all the ways you can learn, grow and develop.</a>

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