Chair, Department of Anesthesiology

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado seeks an exceptional physician leader to serve as the Chair of Anesthesiology. This senior leadership role is responsible for advancing the strategic, clinical, educational, and research missions of the Department. The Chair will foster excellence in patient care, innovative research, top-tier education and training programs. As a key member of the institution's leadership team, the Chair will collaborate across disciplines to achieve strategic goals and establish the Department as a national model for integrated academic and clinical excellence in anesthesiology.

This position requires a dynamic, passionate, and experienced physician/scientist leader with a proven track record across the spectrum of individual scholarship, collaborative academic leadership, clinical and research program development, educational excellence, successful faculty recruitment and retention, community engagement, and the design and implementation of effective programs within and across complex organizations.

Key Relationships:

Reports to:

• John H. Sampson, M.D., Ph.D., M.H.S., M.B.A., Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs, and Dean, University of Colorado School of Medicine

Direct reports:

• Division Chiefs

• Vice Chairs

• OR and Clinical Operations Director

• CRNA/CAA Chief APP

• Clinical Medical Director

Other key relationships:

• UCHealth Leadership

• Vice Deans

• Department Chairs

• Institute and Center Directors

• Faculty and Staff

• Donors, Community Leaders, Patients, and Families

Key Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the leadership of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, provide visionary and innovative leadership to lead the Department into the next phase of growth and development.
• Recruit, hire, and retain outstanding faculty and departmental leaders from different backgrounds. Ensure an atmosphere of respect, professional support, and development for all stakeholders.
• Support the goal of recognizing the value of all employees and contributing to a positive, collaborative culture that engenders a commitment to the organization's success.
• Ensure a deliberate and priority-driven investment into research, educational, and clinical activities for the Department and institution.
• Provide the vision and leadership to achieve superior clinical programs within anesthesiology and related disciplines. Work with other leaders at the University of Colorado to build and grow areas of acknowledged clinical excellence.
• Define and lead the research strategy, supporting principal investigators and other faculty within the Department in efforts to secure NIH and other grant funding, and ensuring deliberate investment into research activities and priorities to promote growth and facilitate future success.
• Ensure delivery of excellent clinical education and advanced training to medical students, residents, and fellows. Provide leadership and oversight to the residency and fellowship programs within the Department and ensure learners are receiving comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Supervise, prepare, implement, and monitor the budget so that it encompasses all funding sources and complies with grant, legislative, and institutional guidelines.

Desired Outcomes:

• Enhance the Department's national and international reputation.

• Identify and partner in the development of clinical programs for strategic growth.

• Engage and build relationships with faculty and support morale across the Department.

• Recruit and retain Departmental faculty and create a pipeline for the promotion of junior faculty.

• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across the University of Colorado landscape to promote a platform of excellence in the advancement of anesthesiology.

• Grow extramural funding for basic science, clinical trials, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and translational research programs.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado (CU) School of Medicine is on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. It is part of the larger four-campus University of Colorado system, including the University of Colorado-Boulder, University of Colorado-Denver, and the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs. The Anschutz Medical Campus features world-class research, educational, and clinical space. It is home to the University of Colorado's six health professional schools (School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, College of Nursing, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Colorado School of Public Health, and the Graduate School).

The Anschutz Medical Campus hosts the UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado, both designated as magnet facilities. It also hosts an adjacent bioscience research park and the Denver Veterans Administration Medical Center. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado, the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region, and one of the world's newest education, research, and patient care facilities.

The Department of Anesthesiology has 483 faculty members composed of physicians, advanced practice providers, and researchers, the Department is dedicated to supporting our community, fostering a culture of collaboration, and developing specialists with exceptional knowledge, skills, and compassion to improve patient outcomes. As world-class leaders in perioperative anesthesia care and pain management, the Department of Anesthesiology merges rigorous clinical training with pioneering research and innovation.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Doctorate degree (MD/DO) with board certification in Anesthesiology or related field

• Service as a chair, vice chair, division chief, or in a similar executive role with a record of developing clinical and scholastic programs; advancing the careers and achievements of faculty, other providers, and staff; and leading the educational activities of students, residents, and fellows.

• Must meet the requirements for a faculty appointment at the full professor level.

• A record of scholarly academic accomplishments as reflected in number and impact of publications, history of successful funding, and serving in national and international societies.

• Recruitment and development of physicians, coupled with demonstrated success in mentorship and the demonstrated enthusiasm and ability to identify, recruit, and retain staff across all roles. A strong track record in building and sustaining a healthy organizational culture.

• Success managing complex clinical programs focused on access, quality, patient satisfaction, and provider support.Experience managing budgets and providing financial oversight.

Preferred Qualifications/Critical Leadership Capabilities:

Collaborating and Influencing - As a key leader in a complex system with a history of successful collaboration, the next Chair will build strong relationships with others and contribute to the overall institution while advocating for a strong Department of Anesthesiology by:

• Seeking to broaden academic impact through enhanced collaboration across the School of Medicine.

• Creating or contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives in support of the clinical mission.

• Facilitating discussions to enable people to collaborate with each other independently and promoting collaboration across multiple divisions, departments, and institutions.

• Engaging with key players and stakeholders to help them reach a collective consensus, compromising as necessary for results.

• Developing an explicit understanding of which external relationships are most important to the Department, school, and health system and building a network prioritizing these relationships.

Strategic and Visionary Leadership - In an ever-changing local, regional, and national health care environment, the successful candidate will articulate a vision and create a compelling strategy to continue the advancement of a critically important academic Department and clinical enterprise by:

• Understanding and explaining how changes in competitive health systems, patient demographics and needs, and payer strategies affect the Department.

• Developing multi-year strategies to grow research programs and scholarly activity within the Department.

• Translating School of Medicine strategies into clear, specific objectives and plans for divisions and individuals.

• Creating a strong vision for building excellence in all aspects of the academic mission.

Leading People - The successful candidate should enthusiastically lead the development of students, staff, and faculty and contribute to the tripartite mission of the institution by:

• Engaging with faculty and staff to develop a clear perception of long-term capabilities and potential through informal and structured approaches and by providing consistent and balanced feedback.

• Giving practical support and guiding principles for growing careers beyond the performance of clinical service.

• Developing individual and unit faculty capabilities through stretch assignments with specific development goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The highest integrity and personal ethics.

• A commitment to service within the community.

• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.

• Strong organization and process management skills.

• A commitment to listening and responding to the Department members and their needs.

• An ability to prioritize the interests of the Department above one's own interest.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Mark Couch at Mark.Couch@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, although indication of interest is encouraged by Monday, September 8th for full consideration. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $500,000-$720,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.