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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Vice Chair Education SRG
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Position Number: 5899753
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Physicians

Vice Chair Education SRG

Vice Chair Education SRG - 35784 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Surgery

Job Title: Open Rank- Vice Chair of Education

Position #: 00829870 - Requisition #:35784

Job Summary:

CU Anschutz School of Medicine in the Department of Surgery has an opening for a part-time Vice Chair of Education.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $757 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Supervision Received:

Randall Meacham

Supervision Exercised:

Associate Vice Chair of Global Surgery
2 Associate Vice Chairs of Education

Position Emphasis:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine seeks a physician of unique vision, enthusiasm, and experience as Vice Chair of Education, Department of Surgery. The ideal candidate for the leadership role is an academic physician with expertise in medical education a strong background in program building, curricular design, and a deep understanding of ACGME requirements and objectives. This leader will drive improvement informed by goals established by the Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine to fulfill the department's mission to be a leader in delivering high-quality medical education across multiple campuses. The primary responsibility of the Vice Chair for Education is to oversee the complex educational mission of the Department, including the coordination of faculty and trainees involved in that mission. This oversight includes educational initiatives across the spectrum of activities related to undergraduate medical education (UME), graduate medical education (GME) at both residency and fellowship levels, and professional development such as continuing medical education (CME) and other faculty development programs. The Vice Chair is also responsible for several major conference initiatives annually, including scheduling and coordinating Medical Grand Rounds. Finally, the Vice Chair of Education is responsible for all educational grant programs run through the DOS, including the faculty-focused Program for the Advancement of Clinician Educators (PACE) as well as the fellow-focused Medical Educators grants. The Vice Chair must exhibit the qualities required to be a successful and compassionate leader in a complex, matrixed environment, including working collaboratively across various organizations.

Examples of Work Performed:

Educational Leadership and Advocacy

Support the Chair and Executive Vice Chair in cultivating a culture that values and advances educational initiatives, serving as the primary Departmental advocate for enhancing and investing in these endeavors and guaranteeing alignment of educational programs with Department values, especially regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and access.
Provide guidance, assistance, and leadership to a diverse group of leaders involved in DOS educational programs to improve the educational experience of learners and promote educational innovation and advancement.

Strategic Planning and Budget Management

Advise the Chair and Executive Vice Chair on educational priorities, funding requirements, recruitment, and infrastructure needs.
Collaborate with the Vice Chair of Administration and DOS Director of Education to establish and manage annual budgets for all educational programs.

Compliance and Evaluation

Liaise with ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) and other regulatory and accreditation organizations, ensuring compliance with all standards governing educational programs.
Develop and implement procedures for evaluating and reporting on the performance of faculty and trainees, as well as oversee the evaluation processes and metrics of educational programs to ensure continual assessment and enhancement.

Faculty Development and Engagement

Supervise educational research initiatives in conjunction with the DOS Vice Chair of Research.
Orient new faculty, residents, and fellows to their roles and responsibilities in education and teaching, foster a culture of faculty engagement in DOS educational initiatives, and offer support and mentorship to faculty members with a specific interest in education.
Assess and evaluate the educational contributions of individual faculty members to ensure fulfillment of the Department's educational objectives, encourage faculty to maintain comprehensive records of their educational contributions for promotion and tenure purposes, and collaborate with division leaders and educational program heads to acknowledge exceptional teaching performance.
Manage faculty development efforts related to education, including training on effective teaching methods, assessment techniques for trainees, and delivering constructive feedback.

Community Building

Raise awareness among faculty about institutional and national opportunities for advancing educational leadership and expertise.
Convene regular meetings of the DOS educational community through an educational leadership group to facilitate optimal planning, innovation, integration, and communication across all educational programs.

Other Key Responsibilities

Support the Chair in creating a conducive environment for educational activities and learners, acting as the primary advocate for the enhancement and resources of the training programs.
Offer comprehensive oversight, support, guidance, development, and empowerment to a diverse group of leaders within our educational initiatives, including all residency programs, as well as all ACGME and non-ACGME specialty fellowship programs within the Department, at affiliate hospitals of UCH and CHCO.
Recommend strategies to the Chair regarding educational program priorities, financial requirements, recruitment strategies, and the necessary support infrastructure.
Engage with leaders and faculty members across all of our training sites (Anschutz Medical Campus, CHCO, VA, Denver Health, National Jewish) to ensure a coordinated and consistent educational experience.
Lead and support the recruitment of clinician educators, acclimatize new faculty to educational roles and responsibilities, cultivate a faculty culture of participation in educational programs, and offer mentorship to faculty members keen on medical education or those pursuing educational careers.
Encourage faculty to explore institutional and national professional development opportunities for educational leadership and skills.
Engage in philanthropy events and initiatives aimed at generating support for educational programs, involving alumni and faculty.
Act as the Chair's delegate on committees concerning education, when necessary, or as appointed by the Chair.
Collaborate with UCHealth and other department vice chair leadership to share best practices in medical training and explore interprofessional education opportunities.
Supervise Associate Vice Chairs of Education in areas of specialization and program development

Work Location:

Onsite - This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver/Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open-ranked position and could be categorized as Associate Professor or Professor, based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Associate Professor:

MD or MD/PhD, or international equivalent terminal degree with board certification Colorado Medical License at time of hire.
Medical Board certification.
Mid-career associate rank.

Professor:

MD or MD/PhD, or international equivalent terminal degree with board certification Colorado Medical License at time of hire.
Medical Board certification.
Full Professor rank.

Preferred Qualifications:

A minimum of 5 years of UME or GME educational administrative experience with a proven track record of educational leadership and excellence in teaching
Previously a Director of Surgery Residency Program or similar educational leadership role
Experience with a nationally top-ranked surgery residency program

Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
An innovative approach to medical education, curriculum and program development.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict management and negotiation skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Dedication to diversity, equity and inclusive excellence.
Commitment to education as the path to move forward critical missions within the DOS.
Ability to gain credibility and respect among high level leadership.

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: Samuel Long, Samuel.long@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until January 6, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for this position has been established at $80,000 and is eligible for a $16,000 merit based incentive, annually.

This position may also be eligible for other administrative stipends or salary support from the School of Medicine for educational roles related to the position of Vice Chair of Education.

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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

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 vaccine preventable diseases. 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 occupational health medical surveillance program.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20349 - SOM-SRG-VS Clinical Schedule
: Part-time Posting Date
: Dec 30, 2024 Unposting Date
: Jan 8, 2025, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: samuel long Posting Contact Email: Samuel.long@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00829870

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