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University of Colorado · 5 months ago

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

Aurora, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$175K/yr - $350K/yr

4+ years exp

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Vice Chair of Research for the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery. This role involves leading the department's research mission, developing strategic plans, mentoring faculty, and enhancing collaborative research efforts.

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No H1B

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

Qualification

MDBoard Certified OtolaryngologyResearch leadership experienceExtramural funding track recordNIH funding historyClinical trials experienceGrant development experienceInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration skills

Required

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: 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

Doctor of Medicine degree with Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery

Or PhD in laboratory-based bench research