Director Head and Neck Surgery

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University of Colorado – School of Medicine

University ofColorado Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery

Director of Head& Neck Surgery

The University of ColoradoDenver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitmentto creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value theability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diversebackgrounds.

Position Overview: TheUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban researchuniversity, offering more graduate and professional degrees than anyother Colorado public institution. With asolid award-winning faculty of renownedresearchers and clinicians, the academicreputation of the University of Colorado AnschutzMedical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive researchprograms, its world-class health facilities, andits well-established partnerships in business, industry and government. The campus currently has over $400 million in research awardseach year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs andfacilities offered at our Anschutz Medical Campus, a significant number ofaffiliated health care facilities are presentthroughout the Metropolitan Denver and front range of the State of Colorado. TheDepartment of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University ofColorado School of Medicine (CUSOM) is seeking applicants for the full-time position ofDirector of Head & Neck Surgery. The current Head & Neck Surgeryprogram is comprised of six head & neck surgeons providing care at fivemajor clinical sites (University of Colorado Hospital, UCHealth Highlands RanchHospital, the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Denver Health, andUCHealth Memorial Hospital); an active resident training program; and a T-32training grant in otolaryngology - head & neck surgery. Other existingInstitutional components that are part of the NCI -Designated Cancer Centerinclude Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology and Pathology Head and Neck CancerPrograms; seven active R01 grants focusing on head & neck cancer; and threeother T-32 training grants related to head & neck cancer. TheDirector’s responsibilities and profile include thefollowing:Develop a comprehensive Head and Neck Surgery Program for CUSOM andUCHealth, coordinating patient care across the systemBuild bridges between the clinical and research missions of othercomponents of the head & neck program to increased speed in translatingdiscoveries into the clinical settingLead our head & neck academic missionto be at the forefront of programs nationallyDuties andResponsibilities: Institutional development components:

Demonstratedability to function in complementary leadership roles in the School ofMedicine, Cancer Center, and across the UCHealth system.

Ability and visionto be a national leader of Head & Neck Surgery (HNS).

Track record in HNSprogram development.

Personal and academic components:

Leadershipqualities and ability to build teams.

Recognition as anexperienced, outstanding surgeon.

Experience inacademic leadership.

Clinical components:

Oversee SurgicalHNS clinical operations at multiple locations across the UCHealth system(Anschutz Medical Campus, Highlands Ranch Hospital, Memorial Hospital, PoudreValley Hospital) and affiliate hospitals (VA, Denver Health) and developharmonized practices and alignments between CUSOM and UCHealth missions.

Manage delivery ofHNS care by developing a system-wide pathway for HNS management.

Coordinatemultidisciplinary HNS clinical care, research, and education with other head& neck cancer leaders (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Pathology) toensure alignment with CUSOM mission components.

Coordinateeffectively with other non-HNS faculty and divisions within the Department ofOtolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery (Rhinology, Neurotology, Laryngology,Facial Plastic Surgery, Speech and Swallowing Pathology).

Research components:

Clinical scientistwith an understanding and background in translational research in head &cancer.

Track record ofleading head & neck cancer clinical trials (sponsored or cooperativegroup).

Track record ofcollaborative basic or translational research of industry-based or foundationfunding.

Ability to workalongside the research mission goals in coordination with other leaders in head& neck cancer (Program grants, Clinical trials).

Education/training components:Dedication andability to build an outstanding training program in HNS Surgery for residentsand fellows.Ability to workalongside the education mission goal in coordination with other HNS and CUSOMleaders (T32, Cancer Center initiatives).Salary andBenefits:The hiring salary isnegotiable and commensurate with skills and experience. This position is not eligible for overtimecompensation.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information onUniversity benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at https://www.cu.edu/employee-services. (FOR BENEFITS ELIGIBLE POSITIONS ONLY)

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campusis dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct backgroundinvestigations for all prospective employees. The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campusis committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty andadministrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture ofinclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourageapplications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and allveterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality ineducation and employment. Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.
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The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz MedicalCampus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, facultyand administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture ofinclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourageapplications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and allveterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality ineducation and employment.