Open Rank - Associate Professor/Professor - Vice Chairperson of Research

Description
*UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER | ANSCHUTZ MEDICAL CAMPUS*
*Vice Chairperson of Research*
* (Associate to full Professor)*
*School of Medicine/Department of Medicine*
*Position Number: 00791647*
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at [www.cu.edu/cu-careers](http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) *The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: [https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2](https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2)Denver: [https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus](https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus)Exemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
Anschutz Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration - Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.The University of Colorado Denver l 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 [Department of Medicine](https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/medicine), University of Colorado, School of Medicine is seeking an outstanding leader and manager to serve as Vice Chairperson of Research. The Department of Medicine (DOM) at the University of Colorado is world-renowned for excellence in all academic domains. As the largest department within the School of Medicine, the Department of Medicine has 16 dynamic Divisions with more than 1,100 faculty, 890 research and administrative staff, 188 residents and 139 fellows. Located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, our clinical, research and academic programs attract the best physicians, scientists and students from around the world who are transforming the future of health care through excellence in patient care, education and research. The Department's clinical programs have experienced unprecedented growth, and our subspecialty programs are recognized nationally in caring for our complex patient populations. The Department's research enterprise catalyzes interdisciplinary collaborations within clinical, basic, translational and team science to accelerate biomedical discovery. The Department is committed to educating innovative and talented future leaders in medicine, and has achieved a four-fold increase in recruiting underrepresented minorities. *Nature of Work*With the Department of Medicine Chair, the Vice Chairperson of Research will develop strategies to promote programmatic and interdisciplinary initiatives in basic, clinical, translational, and health services research. The scope of this position will include expanding interdepartmental research, partnering with the Vice Chair of Faculty Development and Mentorship to develop a mentorship targeting DOM research faculty, and advising the Department Chair on research space and infrastructure. The Vice Chairperson of Research will also be responsible for developing and launching a strategy that will raise the Department's national rankings in research. The ideal candidate will hold the degree of MD (with board-certification in internal medicine or a 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/clinical research. The ideal candidate must also possess leadership and managerial experience running research programs in a comparable academic department or healthcare setting according to the details below. The candidate is expected to be a scientist with a solid track record of extramural funding.
*Professional Field*Internal medicine and related subspecialties and/or a biomedical research field *Supervision Received*Chair, Department of Medicine *Supervision Exercised*Director, Department of Medicine Research OfficeStaff, Department of Medicine Research Office *Key Relationships*Senior Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs Senior Associate Dean, EducationSenior Associate Dean, Faculty Development Senior Associate Dean, ResearchSenior Associate Dean, FinanceChief Executive Officer, University of Colorado Hospital Chief Medical Officer, University of Colorado Hospital Chief Operations Officer, University of Colorado Hospital Chief Financial Officer, University of Colorado Hospital Chief Quality Officer, University of Colorado HospitalChief Medical Officer (or equivalent), Denver Health, VAMC, National Jewish DOM Division Heads (dotted line)School of Medicine Department Chairs *Examples of Work Performed*
Partner with Department and Division leadership to develop the Department of Medicine research mission, strategic plan, tactics for achieving the goals of the strategic plan and metrics for measuring success. This will include efforts to grow research efforts, extend them into novel areas that advance health care, and expand the NIH and overall funding portfolio.Grow and promote interdepartmental, interdisciplinary and programmatic research and funding within the Department of Medicine.Partner with the Vice Chair of Faculty Development and Mentorship 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 physician scientists, laboratory scientists, and other researchers within the DOM.Exert supervision and partner with the Director of the DOM Research Office in overseeing existing programs and developing new initiatives.Partner with DOM and SOM efforts to expand diversity and inclusion in DOM research.Partner with leaders in informatics and innovations within DOM and the campus to expand the role these critical fields play in DOM research.Partner closely with DOM and SOM Quality Improvement (QI) efforts to help integrate research in quality improvement and patient safety in order to advance medicine and improve patient outcomes.Enhance the communication of research activities and findings in DOM.Manage the research component of the weekly DOM Research and Innovation conference.Lead an annual departmental research retreat to continually evolve the DOM research strategy and tactics.Implement and develop a research advisory council inclusive of investigators in health services, basic, clinical, and translational research across DOM Divisions to develop strategy, mission and vision for DOM research. *Expected FTE*
The expected FTE for this position will range from 25-50% funded by the Department of Medicine. The ideal candidate will be expected to be active in their respective research or clinical areas within which they will spend the balance of their time. *Salary and Benefits:*The hiring range for this position at the associate professor level has been established at $155,000 - $243,000 depending on degree. The hiring range for this position at the professor level as been established at $160,000 - $285,000 depending on degree. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. In addition to salary, the Vice Chairperson of Research will oversee and have access to resources and financial commitments dedicated for research within the DOM including early career funding program, bridge funding program(s), internal R56 funding program, research intensive faculty program, outstanding scholar program, among others.
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.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. Benefits: [https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits](https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits).Total Compensation Calculator: [https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation](https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation)*Diversity and Equity:*Please contact [hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu](mailto:hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) for information on disability accommodationsThe University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.The University of Colorado Denver | 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.

Qualifications
*Minimum Qualifications*Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.Associate Professor:
Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in a comparable Department of Medicine and be at the rank of Associate Professor or aboveProven 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; preferably 5 years in each areaAt least 5 years of leadership experience at a divisional, hospital or department level in a research-related role/focus comparable to the current positionHistory of successful NIH funding, publications and mentorship Professor:
Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in a comparable Department of Medicine and be at the rank of Associate Professor or aboveProven 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; preferably 5 years in each areaAt least 5 years of leadership experience at a divisional, hospital or department level in a research-related role/focus comparable to the current positionHistory of successful NIH funding, publications and mentorship

*Job Category: *Faculty
*Primary Location: *Aurora
*Schedule: *Full-time
*Posting Date: *Dec 14, 2021
*Unposting Date: *Ongoing