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University of Virginia · 1 month ago

Chief Operating Officer, Department of Surgery

Charlottesville, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

The University of Virginia Department of Surgery is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to serve as the administrative leader and strategic partner to the Chair of the department. This role requires experienced leaders in academic clinical environments to drive the department's vision, develop high-performing teams, and implement growth strategies.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Acts as a strategic partner to the Chair, Dean, and Health System leadership to drive the vision of the Department, School of Medicine, and UVA Health; develops and executes strategies that advance innovation, financial sustainability, and academic and clinical excellence

Leads the development of a high-performing, collaborative administrative team; fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, equity, and continuous improvement

Builds analytic capabilities and dashboards that enable data-driven decisions; tracks performance metrics across clinical, research, education, and financial missions, and ensures transparent reporting

Represents the Department in negotiations, institutional committees, and national associations; cultivates partnerships that enhance resources and visibility and aligns departmental goals with institutional priorities

Identifies and implements growth strategies including new clinical programs, interdisciplinary initiatives, and digital health solutions; partners with institutional and development offices on philanthropic priorities

Qualification

Strategic LeadershipFinancial ManagementHuman Resources ManagementChange ManagementAnalytics & Data StrategyCulture & Team DevelopmentInnovation & GrowthCollaborationCommunicationNegotiation