Infectious Diseases Division Head, Open Rank
Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: September 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Faculty Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical
Campus
Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious
Diseases
Job Title: Infectious Diseases Division Head, Open Rank
(Associate/Professor)
Position #00754744 - Requisition #33531
Job Summary:
The Department of Medicine has an opening for a physician-scientist
to serve as the Head of the Division of Infectious Diseases.
The Division Head is responsible for full program development and
oversight, including the Division's clinical, educational, and
research program activities. Mentoring junior faculty and fellows,
supporting quality improvement initiatives, integrating infectious
disease services among the hospitals, clinical growth, and
continued development of clinical translational research related to
infectious disease are notable priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the highest quality and national visibility of the
Division's patient care, education research, other
scholarly/academic activities, and community outreach programs.
Promote the Departmental priorities of interdisciplinary program
development, physician-scientist career development, diversity of
its workforce, and integrated program development with its
affiliates.
Assure the mentorship of trainees and faculty with the goals of
career development and progression toward promotion.
Recruit, retain, and academically develop faculty in the
Division.
Administer the Division in a fiscally responsible manner within
university policies.
Personally participate in regularly scheduled meetings of the
Department of Medicine's Division Heads and other ad hoc
Departmental meetings.
Work positively and collaboratively with the University of Colorado
Hospital, other affiliated hospitals, the School of Medicine, and
the Anschutz Medical campus leadership to foster the growth and
development of the multiple missions of the Division.
Support, develop, and provide leadership for infectious disease
initiatives and innovation within the department, school, and the
healthcare system.
Demonstrate a willingness to work with diverse students, fellows,
and colleagues, and mentor diverse students and junior
colleagues.
Have the opportunity to develop and implement new programs that
address the research and clinical skills required but will also
help in the implementation of approaches to mitigate burnout, a
critical problem in academic medicine
Develop performance metrics for faculty.
Support community providers through education and consultation.
Work Location:
Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3-4 days
per week on the Anschutz Medical campus located in Aurora,
Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The Department of Medicine:
The Department of Medicine is the largest in the School of
Medicine, with nearly 1,100 faculty, including 143 PhDs and 37
MD/PhDs, in 16 divisions. Faculty are key leaders in fulfilling all
missions of the school. With nearly $117M in current research
funding, the department consistently ranks among the country's top
25 departments of medicine in NIH research funding. Clinical
activity has doubled during the past eight years. Faculty are fully
committed to all stages of medical education, from first-year
medical students through residency and fellowship. The department
has nearly 200 residents and a similar number of clinical and
research fellows. The department has 41 endowed chairs and
consistently ranks among the best in the nation by US News & World
Report in pulmonary medicine, endocrinology, and several other
disciplines. The department's faculty are also active participants
and leaders in federal study sections and academic societies.
For more information, please visit
The Division of Infectious Diseases:
The Division of Infectious Diseases is a multidisciplinary team of
dedicated to clinical care, education, and research. We strive to
promote the speciality of infectious diseases (ID) through
impactful clinical care that improves lives; adding value through
antibiotic stewardship, diagnostic stewardship, and infection
prevention; educating the next generation of clinicians and ID
physicians; and discovery and dissemination of world class
research. Learn more here:
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick,
holidays, and more. To see what benefits are available, please
visit .
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to
recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and
administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture
of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We
encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with
disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all
veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and
equality in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications (All Ranks):
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Associate
Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as
indicated below:
Associate Professor
MD, DO, MD/Ph.D., or international equivalent terminal degree with
board certification.
Colorado Medical License at time of hire
Medical Board certification
Mid-career associate rank
Professor
MD, DO, MD/Ph.D., or international equivalent terminal degree with
board certification.
Colorado Medical License at time of hire
Medical Board certification
Full professor rank
Preferred Qualifications (All Ranks):
Clinical excellence and eminence - Exceptional reputation for
infectious disease care and outstanding patient outcomes.
Leadership and participation in national or international societies
are a plus.
A national/international reputation for personal academic
accomplishments - A record of outstanding credentials, academic
accomplishments within infectious disease, and the experience and
national reputation necessary to sustain the history of excellence
within the Division. A history of federally funded basic or
translational research or experience with large, multicenter
clinical trials or outcomes research is desirable. A record of
recruiting, developing, and retaining clinicians and investigators
is crucial.
Healthcare administrative leadership - Accomplished administrative
leadership experience in a complex academic institution. Knowledge
of the financial complexities, payer models, and associated
reimbursement in providing high-quality, cost-effective specialty
healthcare. Because the DOM values diversity and inclusion, the
ideal candidate will have some experience working with diverse
populations (race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity,
religious affiliation, etc.) and will ideally have developed or
participated in programs to address inequities and injustices to
under-served populations.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion - A record of
accomplishment in retention, recruitment, and development of
outstanding faculty, staff, and students, including those
traditionally underrepresented in medicine in faculty, staff, and
student bodies.
Critical Leadership Capabilities:
Leading people - The incoming Division Head should possess the
requisite leadership skills to take the Division of Infectious
Diseases to the next level of academic and clinical excellence. The
Division Head will demonstrate an ability to build and lead
cohesive, high-performing teams focused on achieving optimal
quality and outcomes across patient care, education, and research
by:
Displaying the vision and energy to build a strong,
research-intensive faculty.
Communicating openly while encouraging constructive debate to
manage projects, solve problems, and discuss challenging
issues.
Establishing clear, challenging, and metrics-based performance
goals for individuals, divisions, and other units, and securing and
deploying resources to meet these goals.
Reviewing the Division's vision, plans, and activities while
adjusting to meet evolving expectations of academic and clinical
partners and institutional goals.
Collaborating and influencing - The successful candidate will
possess excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and transparent
communication skills, as well as the ability to successfully
engage, unify, build, and sustain relationships with diverse
constituents (e.g., Dean, chairs, faculty, staff, hospital
administration, residents, community stakeholders, and other
external representatives). They will have a track record of forging
collaborations across different groups to advance the reputation of
the Division. The candidate will demonstrate this by:
Facilitating discussions that enable people to collaborate,
promoting collaboration across multiple parties through a
transparent and action-oriented leadership style.
Identifying and meeting with key stakeholders to help them shape a
consensus collectively, compromising as necessary for results.
Developing an explicit understanding of which relationships are
most important to the organization and nurturing them.
Clinical and operational excellence - The successful candidate will
possess a record of overseeing an operation in a fiscally prudent
manner. Therefore, they will:
Demonstrate experience in making balanced, fair, and appropriate
decisions.
Have an appreciation of and ability to balance the fiscal pressures
facing the academic division of infectious diseases and to
recognize the long-term trends in medicine that are occurring at a
policy level throughout the healthcare environment.
Possesses experience in pursuits to support programmatic
development.
Have a history of running an operationally strong and financially
solid operation.
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 .
Questions should be directed to: Sue Aspinall at
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by 06/30/2024
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as HIRING RANGE:
* Associate Professor: $300,000-$325,0000 per year
* Professor: $320,000- $340,000 per year
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:
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 .
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 . 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
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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References Job Category: Faculty Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20204 -
SOM-MED-Infectious Disease Schedule: Part-time Posting Date: May 6,
2024 Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Sue Aspinall
Posting Contact Email: susan.aspinallcarrillo@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number: 00754744
Keywords: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora , Infectious Diseases Division Head, Open Rank, Other , Aurora, Colorado
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