Chancellor, Rutgers Health & Executive Vice President for Health Affairs

Rutgers University, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: New Brunswick, NEW JERSEY
Deadline: ;

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Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title Chancellor, Rutgers Health & Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Job Category Staff & Executive - Executive
Department President's Office
Overview
Rutgers University
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among America’s highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities. The oldest, largest and top-ranked public University in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area, its main locations are in three New Jersey cities (New Brunswick, Newark and Camden). Rutgers University has a prominent academic and clinical health sciences presence that spans across the state, and its footprint is seen around the region. It is an academic, health and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity with over 71,000 undergraduate and graduate students, 530,000 alumni around the world, and over $1 billion annually in research grants and sponsored programs.
Rutgers has a three-fold mission:
  • Providing for the instructional needs of New Jersey’s residents through its undergraduate, graduate and continuing education programs.
  • Conducting innovative research that contributes to the medical, environmental, social and cultural wellbeing of the state and the world, as well as aiding the economy and the state’s businesses and industries; and
  • Performing public service, including the delivery of top-quality clinical care in support of the needs of the residents of the state and its local, county and state governments.


Rutgers Health
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (Rutgers Health) leads Rutgers’ efforts to be a state, national, and international leader in the biomedical and health sciences and their related professions. Its approach incorporates insights from the laboratory sciences and the clinical, behavioral, public health, and social sciences, as well as complementary non-health disciplines such as business, economics, engineering, law, the arts, and the humanities. By building on its recognized clinical and research excellence, Rutgers Health advances population-based, value-driven health care, engages with local and global communities, strengthens and benefits from its uniquely diverse workforce, and fosters interprofessional collaboration across its schools and institutes. In addition, Rutgers Health deepens its professional ties with state and federal governments and cultivates new public-private partnerships with industries that are vital to New Jersey’s economy.
Through Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (Rutgers Health) activities, Rutgers stands as one of America’s largest and most comprehensive university-based centers for studying and improving human health and health care. Rutgers takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research to advance human health.
Rutgers Health Financial and Operational Highlights (FY25)
Rutgers Health Faculty Rutgers Health Research
  • $2.1 billion total operating budget
  • 7,073 students across all eight schools
  • 5,897 full‑time and 161 part‑time staff
  • 1,800 residents and fellows across Rutgers Health training programs

Rutgers Health Faculty
  • 2,569 paid faculty members, including:
    • 1,793 full-time
    • 224 part-time
    • 515 per diem
  • 3,761 volunteer faculty

Rutgers Health Research
  • $608 million in research awards (8% growth from FY24)
    • $133M State
    • $179M Corporate
    • $276M Federal ($209M NIH)
    • $21M Other
  • 980+ clinical trials
  • Two newly launched major research centers:
    • Center for Biomedical Informatics & Health AI
    • Center for Climate, Health, and Healthcare

Rutgers Health Clinical Footprint
2,400+ clinical health care professionals
2.3 million annual patient visits to Rutgers Health faculty practices, centers, clinics, and institutes
20 N.J. towns and 12 N.J. counties with Rutgers Health offices
$842+ million annual spending on patient care
Rutgers Health Rankings and Distinctions
  • U.S. News & World Report, Best Graduate Schools
  • # 1 in New Jersey, Tier 2 in the nation, Medical Schools–Research (Robert Wood Johnson Medical School)
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 3 in the nation, Physician Assistant
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 4 in the nation, Nursing–D.N.P.
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 11 in the nation, Public Health–Environmental Health Sciences
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 15 in the nation, Nursing–Midwifery
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 16 in the nation, Public Health
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 17 in the nation, Nursing–Master’s
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 17 in the nation: Public Health–Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 19 in the nation, Public Health–Epidemiology
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 22 in the nation, Public Health–Biostatistics
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 24 in the nation, Pharmacy
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 25 in the nation, Health Policy and Management
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 28 in the nation, Healthcare Management
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 33 in the nation, Physical Therapy
  • # 1 in New Jersey, # 36 in the nation, Rehabilitation Counseling
  • #1 in the Nation – Liver Transplant Survival, led by Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (at University Hospital)
  • Rutgers School of Nursing: Eight-consecutive-year winner of the Best Schools for Men in Nursing award
  • New Jersey’s only dental school (Rutgers School of Dental Medicine)
Posting Summary
Position Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Chancellor of Rutgers Health & Executive Vice President for Health Affairs.
The Chancellor of Rutgers Health and Executive Vice President for Health Affairs (The Chancellor/EVP) at Rutgers University is an integral member of the University’s executive leadership team and serves as the chief academic and research officer for Rutgers’ health enterprise. Reporting directly to the President, the Chancellor/EVP provides executive academic leadership focused on education, research, faculty affairs, and scholarly advancement across Rutgers Health. The Chancellor holds senior responsibility for supervising the academic functions of the Rutgers Health schools and convening their deans and academic leaders to coordinate and elevate research, graduate and professional education, and academic program quality across
the biomedical and health sciences.
In addition to overseeing academic functions, the Chancellor provides leadership for Rutgers Health’s clinical partnerships. The Chancellor is expected to drive system-level integration across Rutgers Health’s schools, institutes, and its academic–clinical partnership with RWJBarnabas Health—aligning missions, fostering interdependent structures, and strengthening collaboration across the system. The Chancellor also works in a matrixed academic partnership with RWJBarnabas Health leadership—building trust, supporting the learning environment, advancing joint academic opportunities, and enhancing research cooperation.
The Chancellor will provide executive academic leadership that supports the mission and strategic priorities of Rutgers University and fosters effective and efficient oversight and coordination of the academic health sciences enterprise. The role promotes collaboration, academic professionalism, and problem solving across Rutgers Health’s research and educational activities and works constructively with leaders of interdisciplinary centers and institutes. The Chancellor represents the President in academic health matters by engaging with deans, chairs, center and institute directors, and University leadership, playing a central role in
shaping Rutgers’ academic vision for the health sciences and advancing its statewide impact in education, research, and public service.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to
William F. Tate IV, Ph.D., President, Rutgers University
Direct reports
The Deans of Rutgers Health Schools
Leaders of Chancellor-level institutes and centers
Chief of Staff and Cabinet leaders
Other key relationships
RWJBH system leadership
University Hospital leadership
Chancellors for Rutgers University—Newark, New
Brunswick and Camden
Deans and VPs across Rutgers University–Newark,
New Brunswick, and Camden
Director of the Rutgers Cancer Institute
Rutgers University Foundation staff
Rutgers University operational, strategic, and finance leaders
Faculty, staff, students, patients, families, and donors
Key political and community leaders

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide executive academic leadership for Rutgers Health, setting direction for education, research, and faculty affairs across its schools and Chancellor-level institutes, and coordinating the work of deans and academic leaders to strengthen the health sciences enterprise.
  • Guide strategic planning and academic integration across Rutgers Health, convening leaders to align research, graduate and professional education, interprofessional learning, and academic program development with university-wide priorities, and ensuring effective stewardship of the academic mission.
  • Lead enterprise-level academic integration across Rutgers Health and the Rutgers–RWJBarnabas Health partnership, overseeing cross-system alignment of academic structures, research coordination, shared governance processes, and unified planning efforts that advance a fully integrated academic health system.
  • Provide guidance and oversight for academic finance and operations, collaborating with University Finance and school leaders to ensure effective resource planning, budget stewardship, and operational alignment in support of the academic mission across Rutgers Health.
  • Promote the growth and impact of Rutgers Health’s research enterprise, supporting large-scale, interdisciplinary initiatives; advancing core facilities and research infrastructure; strengthening compliance; and fostering collaborations that expand federal, foundation, and industry funding.
  • Partner in a matrixed academic relationship with RWJBarnabas Health, working with clinical system leadership through established governance structures to support the learning environment, deepen research collaboration, and expand academic opportunities across the Rutgers–RWJBarnabas Health partnership.
  • Represent Rutgers Health at the University level and externally, engaging with interdisciplinary centers and institutes, state and national bodies, community partners, and public agencies to advance public understanding of health equity, social determinants of health, and Rutgers Health’s role in addressing them.
  • Ensure that Rutgers Health’s educational programs meet all accreditation requirements, maintaining high standards of academic rigor, program quality, and continuous improvement across all levels of health sciences education.
  • Advance faculty excellence, supporting recruitment, retention, development, and recognition; promoting leadership growth; and building the academic capabilities needed to strengthen research, education, and scholarly achievement.
  • Strengthen and lead Rutgers Health’s comprehensive fundraising and external support strategy, partnering closely with the Rutgers University Foundation and Government Relations to secure philanthropic, legislative, and public-sector funding. This includes cultivating major gifts; advancing academic, research, and clinical priorities; supporting faculty and student success; enhancing educational and research infrastructure; and securing sustained support from state and federal agencies to position Rutgers Health for long-term growth.
  • Oversee the academic consolidation of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, leading the academic planning, structural alignment, and faculty engagement necessary to unite the two schools into a single accredited medical school by 2027, and ensuring that this merger strengthens medical education, research capabilities, and Rutgers Health’s long-term academic position.
  • Champion innovation to advance education and training excellence across the health enterprise, fostering interprofessional collaboration, and continuous improvement in curricula, clinical training, and talent development to prepare a workforce equipped to meet evolving community and global health need.


Additional information is available on the dedicated search page for the Chancellor/EVP.
FLSA Exempt
Grade F99
Salary Details A minimum base salary of $700,000. In addition to the stated base salary, the position may be eligible for an incentive compensation plan, the details of which will be discussed with finalists during the recruitment process.
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Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description Sr Execs Central Admin UMD
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
  • An earned medical degree (MD or equivalent) is required, along with a scholarly record meriting appointment as a full professor at Rutgers University.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Collaborating and Influencing
Successful candidates will possess the ability to understand and thrive in a highly relationship and consensus driven organization that is moving toward organizational integration. Key elements of a successful approach will include:
  • Balancing numerous competing needs to make the best strategic and tactical decisions for Rutgers Health and the University, while advancing enterprise-wide academic integration.
  • Working diplomatically with all stakeholders and reaching compromise solutions when needed.
  • Engaging at the highest levels with leaders and representatives of Rutgers’ institutional partners, including the affiliated clinical system, and demonstrating the credibility needed to collaborate effectively across academic–clinical boundaries.
  • Communicating enthusiastically with a wide range of audiences and serving as an effective spokesperson for Rutgers Health’s academic and research missions.
  • Maintaining productive relationships with alumni, professional associations, government representatives, community partners, and other key stakeholders.


Leading People
Within a large, complex, and integrating academic health sciences environment, ideal candidates will inspire, motivate, and hold accountable their teams, as well as colleagues, stakeholders, and influencers throughout the organization, by:
  • Motivating team members and empowering them to initiate projects or strategic objectives independently, assuming leadership roles based on capability and judgment.
  • Providing vision, leadership, and management for the academic enterprise; attracting, retaining, and developing faculty and academic leaders; and setting clear expectations and targets for faculty contributions in collaboration with deans, chairs, and institute directors across an integrating academic health structure.
  • Taking actions and hosting events intended to engage and energize stakeholders beyond direct reports through active listening, clear communication, and visible leadership.

Acting Strategically
  • Developing a clear academic vision and strategy consistent with Rutgers University’s mission as New Jersey’s statewide public research institution and academic health leader.
  • Bringing forward new thinking that challenges assumptions and conventional approaches, strengthening Rutgers Health’s academic, research, and public-impact strategy within the Rutgers–RWJBarnabas Health affiliation.
  • Identifying long-range opportunities to expand Rutgers Health’s academic strengths—including strengthening interschool collaboration, enhancing research capacity, expanding translational and public-impact research, and positioning Rutgers to anticipate and respond to national trends in academic health sciences.
  • Contributing as an academic executive of Rutgers University, helping shape University‑wide priorities and coordinated academic planning with the affiliated clinical system while respecting its independent operational governance.

OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
  • As one of the most visible academic leaders at Rutgers University and Rutgers Health, the Chancellor possesses and serves as a role model for the following personal characteristics:
    ❖ Integrity
    ❖ Courage
    ❖ Humility and kindness
    ❖ Accessibility
    ❖ Relatability
    ❖ Inspirational leadership
    ❖ Charisma and confidence without arrogance
    ❖ Passion and commitment
    ❖ Energy
    ❖ Optimism
Preferred Qualifications
Executive Leadership in Complex Academic Environments
Extensive leadership experience at the school, department, institute, or central academic level within a major academic health center or research university including experience with accreditation bodies, research oversight, and areas of external regulatory compliance; leadership experiences should demonstrate innovation, demonstrated care for faculty, staff and students, and wise use of resources. Proven enterprise integration leadership and demonstrated credibility with clinical partners are highly desirable.
Record of Achieving and Fostering Academic Excellence
A distinguished track record as an educator, researcher, scholar, and/or academic administrator within the biomedical, health, or life sciences. Significant accomplishments and credentials as an outstanding educator, impactful researcher and/or skilled clinician are expected. Experience developing research and public-impact strategies would be highly valuable. Leadership and participation in one or more national or international academic, scientific, and/or medical societies are preferred.
Business and Financial Acumen
Demonstrated experience managing complex academic budgets, multi-source funding models, sponsored research portfolios, and resource planning within a research-intensive environment. Professional history should reflect familiarity with the financial pressures facing academic health organizations, including reliance on extramural funding, facilities management, and workforce planning. Experience working within or adjacent to an academic-practice affiliation is highly relevant.
Cutting-edge Research Leadership
Proven experience with strategies to promote and support high-impact basic, translational, and clinical research within the current climate of extramural funding realities. A track record of successful extramural research funding is highly desirable.
Mission Orientation
A true sense of mission to medical, biomedical, and health education, to research and the discovery of knowledge in an academic setting, to patient care access, public service, and to care innovation.
Education
Additional relevant advanced degrees (e.g., PhD, DrPH, etc.) and prior leadership development experiences are considered additive.
Medical License
A current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. jurisdiction will be weighted as a preferred qualification.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details


Posting Number 26ST0449
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey has engaged a search firm, Spencer Stuart, to manage the search process. To be considered, candidates must complete the following two‑step process to complete their application:
  • Apply to this posting.
  • Send your resume to Spencer Stuart at: RutgersHealthChanc@SpencerStuart.com
    • Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
    Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)
    City Newark
    State NJ
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