"Vice Chair of Research (Open Rank: Associate Professor - Professor)"

Job Summary

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine’s mission is to provide outstanding, cutting-edge clinical care, research, and state-of-the-art training. The Department is seeking a Vice Chair of Research to further the department’s research mission, promoting programmatic and interdisciplinary initiatives in basic, clinical, translational, and health services research. As the dedicated leader of department research, the Vice Chair of Research will have a close working relationship with the Chair of Otolaryngology, CU Medicine, University of Colorado Health (UCHealth), Children’s Hospital of Colorado (CHCO), our affiliates (DH, VA), faculty members across the entire department and other stakeholders across campus.

The ideal candidate will hold the degree of MD (with board certification in an otolaryngology subspecialty) or a PhD in laboratory-based bench research, or both. They should have an outstanding record of achievement and national prominence in basic/translational/clinic research. The ideal candidate must also possess leadership experience running research programs in a comparable academic department or healthcare setting. The candidate is expected to be a scientist with a solid track record of extramural funding.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Department leadership to develop the research mission, strategic plan, tactics for achieving the goals of the strategic plan, and metrics for measuring success. Ensure that department goals are in alignment with goals of the School of Medicine.
• Partner with the Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs and the Vice Chair of Education to develop a mentorship program and opportunities for development of research-focused faculty. These efforts will include developing and refining novel early and mid-career support programs, bridge funding programs, exploring PSTP program and other efforts to ensure recruitment, retention and success for clinician scientists, laboratory scientists, and other researchers within the Department.
• Partner with the Vice Chair of Education in the implementation and management of Research Related Training grants to include a T32 and R25.
• Advise on the recruitment of research fellows, staff, and faculty with the Chair.
• Mentor residents, research fellows, and/or graduate students.
• Oversee and advise on departmental research efforts with an emphasis on forming and encouraging scientific collaborations, with the goal of increasing publications and funded research. Interface with other departments desiring to conduct studies regarding collaboration on new and existing projects, building and enhancing collaborative relationships across the enterprise.
• Support the Resident Program by actively engaging and supporting resident’s research efforts including active involvement in the annual Resident Research Day.
• Participate actively in departmental committees including Executive Committee, Faculty Search Committees, and Residency Search and Review Committees.
• In conjunction with the Research (Administrative) Program Director, track total number of research projects and clinical trials that are being conducted and work with members of the Department of Otolaryngology faculty to increase these activities on an ongoing basis.
• Partner with leaders in informatics and innovations within the SOM and the campus to expand the role these critical fields play in otolaryngology research.
• Partner closely with Department and SOM Quality Improvement efforts to integrate research in quality improvement and patient safety to advance medicine and improve patient outcomes.
• Enhance the communication of research activities and findings in the Department.
• Lead an annual departmental research retreat to continually evaluate and evolve Department research strategy and tactics.

Work Location

This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university. With award-winning and renowned clinical and research faculty, the academic reputation of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is well known for its distinctive and highly productive clinical, research, and training programs. Our world-class healthcare facilities, well-established partnerships in business, industry and across the community drive excellence across our missions. The Denver Metro area and Colorado offer highly desirable quality of life owing to the weather, access to the outdoors, and thriving tech and higher education sectors, and the region has been growing rapidly over the last decade, fueling the corresponding growth of the University of Colorado health system.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Professor:

• 4+ years of experience in a comparable Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery and be at the rank of Associate Professor or above
• 2+ years of leadership experience at a divisional, hospital, or department level in a research-related role with a focus comparable to this position
• History of successful NIH funding, publications, and mentorship
• Proven experience in all aspects of research operations including, but not limited to, laboratory personnel and space management, clinical trials, grant development, budget and resource management, faculty and personnel management
• Doctor of Medicine degree with Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery or PhD in laboratory-based bench research

Professor:

• 7+ years of experience in a comparable Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery and be at the rank of Professor or above
• 2+ years of leadership experience at a divisional, hospital, or department level in a research-related role with a focus comparable to this position
• History of successful NIH funding, publications, and mentorship
• Proven experience in all aspects of research operations including, but not limited to, laboratory personnel and space management, clinical trials, grant development, budget and resource management, faculty and personnel management
• Doctor of Medicine degree with Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery or PhD in laboratory-based bench research

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated commitment to developing a cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary research program for a department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt easily to change
• Great attention to detail and quality
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other faculty and staff at all levels throughout the institution
• Strong history of collaboration
• Outstanding communication skills, advanced organizational skills, and compassion for patients

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: Carly Moses, carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu.