819140-Medical Director, Global Health Program

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced global health professional to co-direct our college of medicine’s global health initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all clinical aspects of QCoM’s global health program development, implementation, and management. In collaboration with the Director of Program Operations, the Medical Director will be responsible for managing international fellowships and resident and medical student rotations at international sites, including overseeing travel to ETSU-affiliated international sites. The Medical Director and Director of Program Operations will oversee and manage the global health program staff.

The Medical Director will work in tandem with the Director of Program Operations as a dyad to accomplish the goals of QCoM’s Global Health Program.  

Requirements: Minimum of five years’ clinical experience in Global Health Capacity and Coalition Building, working and living in Low-Income Countries (LICs). Knowledge of medical and health care systems in LICs obtained through clinical practice. 

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)
• Minimum of five years’ experience working in LICs on global health initiatives and global health systems. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of global health issues.
• Experience working in academia or at a research institution.
• Experience with medical education and residency programs.
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures. 

Compensation and Benefits

• Job Family – Medical ClinicalManagement 3

• Market Range – 14

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Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

• Documents needed to apply: Cover Letter, CV/Resume, and an unofficial copy of transcripts.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer Statement:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.