University of Arizona
Chair, Department of Anesthesiology (Associate/Full Professor, T/TE)
University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Chair, Department of Anesthesiology (Associate/Full Professor, T/TE)
Posting Number req20511
Department Anesthesiology
Department Website Link
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona (UA) College of Medicine - Tucson (COM-T) seeks an innovative academic anesthesiologist to serve as Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology (Department). Reporting directly to the UA COM-T Dean, the Chair will work collaboratively with the leaders of COM-T and Banner University Medicine to build upon excellence in existing clinical, teaching, and team-based research programs to position the Department for growth and transformation.
An opportunity exists to grow and leverage the outstanding NIH and the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System strategic investments that exist within the Department for acute and chronic pain research. UA is home to the Comprehensive Center for Pain & Addiction (CCPA). CCPA is unique with a focus on all aspects of pain and addition, including clinical care, education, research, clinical trials, neonatal abstinence syndrome, medication-assisted training, legislations, and technology to improve health outcomes. The CCPA expansion across the State of Arizona is a unique opportunity for growth of the Department.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinical and academic leader with a national/international reputation as a respected and accomplished academic anesthesiologist, and will have proven, substantial, and progressive leadership achievements. They will have a passion and proven track record for growing programs, building relationships with both UA COM-T and community-based providers, and possessing a desire to build systems and processes to maximize efficiency.
The next Chair of the Department will have the opportunity to enhance the general and subspecialty clinical offerings of the Department by providing continuum of services, with opportunities to enhance collaborative programs with another 16 clinical departments, 5 basic science departments, and a multitude of centers and institutes.
Access, Community, and Belonging: The College of Medicine - Tucson and the Department of Anesthesiology believe in a culture focused on equal access, community, and belonging, which forms the basis of our recruitment and retention practices. A culturally competent and respectful environment is essential across mission areas. Training and events are focused on action steps to increase awareness and implementation of culturally based patient care. In addition, the career development of our faculty and the trainees emphasize this skill set for the modern era.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities The Chair will provide strategic leadership and direction for the growth of both clinical and academic activities of the Department within the larger context of a growing academic medical center, by leveraging and further developing strengths, and expanding the Banner University of Arizona footprint. The Chair will set a clear vision, recruit, retain, inspire, and engage faculty, mentor trainees, and help guide the careers of the faculty. This includes holding those parties accountable to agreed-upon objectives, creating a collaborative environment conducive to camaraderie, excellent clinical care, research, education, and service, while driving results. The Chair will expand existing relationships and partnerships with community providers. As the Chief Academic and Executive Officer for the Department of Anesthesiology, and in conjunction with our affiliated clinical partners, the Chair will provide leadership across the Department's tripartite mission (education and training, research, and patient care), consistent with COM-T's strategic plan, which includes other mission areas (faculty affairs, access, community and belonging, financial sustainability, development, and brand communication). The Chair will serve as a "coach-player" and mentor to faculty and trainees, ensuring the highest quality of clinical services and programs in the context of an academic medical center focused on advancing science and the field of Anesthesiology across disciplines.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates for the position will hold MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree, will be board certified in Anesthesiology, and eligible for licensure in Arizona. Must meet the University of Arizona criteria for appointment to a tenure track senior-level faculty position. Proven and substantial leadership experience in administrative positions in an academic medical setting, involvement in academic and professional societies at a national level, and a proven track record of collaboration across clinical and/or academic disciplines, including but not limited to research initiatives, faculty affairs, operations, key hospital interactions, graduate and undergraduate education, and fundraising.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Academic Administration
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Daniel Carty | djcarty@arizona.edu
Open Date 9/10/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Posting Number req20511
Department Anesthesiology
Department Website Link
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona (UA) College of Medicine - Tucson (COM-T) seeks an innovative academic anesthesiologist to serve as Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology (Department). Reporting directly to the UA COM-T Dean, the Chair will work collaboratively with the leaders of COM-T and Banner University Medicine to build upon excellence in existing clinical, teaching, and team-based research programs to position the Department for growth and transformation.
An opportunity exists to grow and leverage the outstanding NIH and the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System strategic investments that exist within the Department for acute and chronic pain research. UA is home to the Comprehensive Center for Pain & Addiction (CCPA). CCPA is unique with a focus on all aspects of pain and addition, including clinical care, education, research, clinical trials, neonatal abstinence syndrome, medication-assisted training, legislations, and technology to improve health outcomes. The CCPA expansion across the State of Arizona is a unique opportunity for growth of the Department.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinical and academic leader with a national/international reputation as a respected and accomplished academic anesthesiologist, and will have proven, substantial, and progressive leadership achievements. They will have a passion and proven track record for growing programs, building relationships with both UA COM-T and community-based providers, and possessing a desire to build systems and processes to maximize efficiency.
The next Chair of the Department will have the opportunity to enhance the general and subspecialty clinical offerings of the Department by providing continuum of services, with opportunities to enhance collaborative programs with another 16 clinical departments, 5 basic science departments, and a multitude of centers and institutes.
Access, Community, and Belonging: The College of Medicine - Tucson and the Department of Anesthesiology believe in a culture focused on equal access, community, and belonging, which forms the basis of our recruitment and retention practices. A culturally competent and respectful environment is essential across mission areas. Training and events are focused on action steps to increase awareness and implementation of culturally based patient care. In addition, the career development of our faculty and the trainees emphasize this skill set for the modern era.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
click here .
Duties & Responsibilities The Chair will provide strategic leadership and direction for the growth of both clinical and academic activities of the Department within the larger context of a growing academic medical center, by leveraging and further developing strengths, and expanding the Banner University of Arizona footprint. The Chair will set a clear vision, recruit, retain, inspire, and engage faculty, mentor trainees, and help guide the careers of the faculty. This includes holding those parties accountable to agreed-upon objectives, creating a collaborative environment conducive to camaraderie, excellent clinical care, research, education, and service, while driving results. The Chair will expand existing relationships and partnerships with community providers. As the Chief Academic and Executive Officer for the Department of Anesthesiology, and in conjunction with our affiliated clinical partners, the Chair will provide leadership across the Department's tripartite mission (education and training, research, and patient care), consistent with COM-T's strategic plan, which includes other mission areas (faculty affairs, access, community and belonging, financial sustainability, development, and brand communication). The Chair will serve as a "coach-player" and mentor to faculty and trainees, ensuring the highest quality of clinical services and programs in the context of an academic medical center focused on advancing science and the field of Anesthesiology across disciplines.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates for the position will hold MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree, will be board certified in Anesthesiology, and eligible for licensure in Arizona. Must meet the University of Arizona criteria for appointment to a tenure track senior-level faculty position. Proven and substantial leadership experience in administrative positions in an academic medical setting, involvement in academic and professional societies at a national level, and a proven track record of collaboration across clinical and/or academic disciplines, including but not limited to research initiatives, faculty affairs, operations, key hospital interactions, graduate and undergraduate education, and fundraising.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Academic Administration
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Daniel Carty | djcarty@arizona.edu
Open Date 9/10/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.