Chair for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado seeks an exceptional physician-scientist leader to serve as the Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the E. Stewart Taylor, MD, Endowed Chair in Obstetrics & Gynecology. This senior leadership role is responsible for advancing the strategic, clinical, educational, and research missions of the department. The Chair will foster excellence in patient care, innovative research, and top-tier education and training programs. As a key member of the institution's leadership team, the Chair will collaborate across disciplines to achieve strategic goals and establish the department as a national model for integrated academic and clinical excellence in women's health and reproductive sciences.

This position requires a dynamic, passionate, and experienced physician/scientist leader with a proven track record across the spectrum of individual scholarship, collaborative academic leadership, clinical and research program development, educational excellence, successful faculty recruitment and retention, community engagement, and the design and implementation of effective programs within and across complex organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the leadership of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, provide visionary and innovative leadership to lead the department into the next phase of growth and development.
• Ensure an atmosphere of respect, professional support, and development for all stakeholders.
• Support the goal of recognizing the value of all employees and contributing to a positive, collaborative culture that engenders a commitment to the organization's success.
• Ensure a deliberate and priority-driven investment into research, educational and clinical activities for the department and institution.
• Advocate for women's health and reproductive rights by promoting access to comprehensive healthcare services to ensure that all women receive the necessary support and resources they need.
• Provide the vision and leadership to achieve superior clinical programs within Obstetrics & Gynecology and related disciplines. Work with other leaders at the University of Colorado to build and grow areas of acknowledged clinical excellence.
• Define and lead the research strategy, supporting principal investigators and other faculty within the Department in efforts to secure NIH and other grant funding and ensuring deliberate investment into research activities, and priorities to promote growth and facilitate future success.
• Ensure delivery of excellent clinical education and advanced training to medical students, residents, and fellows. Provide leadership and oversight to the residency and fellowship programs within the Department and ensure learners are receiving comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Supervise, prepare, implement, and monitor the budget so that it encompasses all funding sources and complies with grant, legislative, and institutional guidelines.

Desired Outcomes:

• Enhance the Department's national and international reputation.
• Identify and partner in the development of clinical programs for strategic growth.
• Engage and build relationships with faculty and support morale across the Department.
• Retain departmental faculty and create a pipeline for the promotion of junior faculty.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across the University of Colorado landscape to promote a platform of excellence in the advancement of aspects of women's health.
• Grow extramural funding for basic science, translational, and clinical trials, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and translational research programs.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology was founded in 1949 at the University of Colorado. Departmental faculty provide a full spectrum of clinical care for women of all ages, participate in research, and provide education to students, residents, and fellows.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is dedicated to:

• Serving the women of Colorado and the surrounding states.
• Excelling in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Delivering comprehensive patient care.
• Conducting cutting-edge research into areas of women's health.

Mission: To promote and advance the health of women through innovative discovery in research, education, patient care, and national leadership.

Vision: To optimize the health and well-being of women across their lifespan by utilizing our unique strengths.

Clinical: University of Colorado physicians, nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, and physician assistants provide a broad range of consultation, comprehensive treatment planning, and services for patients across the state of Colorado under the umbrella of CU Colorado Women's Health. The Department has eight divisions covering the spectrum of Women's Healthcare:

• Academic Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Section of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
• Section of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
• Community OB-GYN Medicine
• Family Planning
• Gynecologic Oncology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
• Reproductive Sciences
• Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

Research: The history of research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is rich and diverse. Seminal, historic achievements in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, and Reproductive Endocrinology have emanated from this institution, including but not limited to:

• The first Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship training program in the world (E. Stewart Taylor and Fred Battaglia).
• The first studies on fetal physiology at altitude (Edward Makowski and Lorna Moore).
• Maternal and gynecological infectious diseases (Ron Gibbs and Jamie McGregor).
• The discovery of the role of obesity and overnutrition in reproductive dysfunction (Nanette Santoro)
• Seminal studies of the menopausal transition and its impact on women's health (Nanette Santoro)
• The discovery of the critical role of the integrated stress response in the ovarian life span (Joshua Johnson)
• The discovery of key mechanisms linking placental function to the development of important pregnancy complications and to the health and disease of the offspring (Thomas Jansson and Theresa Powell)
• The bench-to- bedside approach in identifying mechanistic underpinnings and potential novel treatments for ovarian cancer (Benjamin Bitler and Bradley Corr)
• The critical role of the way FSH delivery to the ovary impacts reproductive function (Kumar).

The department constitutes a vibrant, exciting and innovative environment in which mechanistic, translational and clinical research in women's health - with a particular focus on reproduction - is highly integrated. To this end, the department has established research programs in all the major subdivisions of OB-GYN and some non-traditional areas, such as mammary gland biology. Moreover, the department has established an extensive and attractive infrastructure, including programs to assist all departmental members in IRB and grant proposal submission, grant writing, grant review, scientific writing, and patient recruitment, to facilitate and promote the research mission. The department has developed full-spectrum bench-to-bedside research programs in most of these areas and have been participants in numerous clinical trials, both NIH and industry-sponsored. The department's goal to be among the 10 best NIH funded OB/GYN departments is realistic and highly achievable.

Researchers have partnered with the community to engage patients through the Center for Women's Health Research and through division-based community initiatives and have maintained old and created new collaborative research efforts that reach into geriatrics, metabolism and endocrinology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and -omics technology. In addition to these traditional scientific efforts, researchers collaborate intensely with each other and self-evaluate on a regular basis to maintain the most effective research teams possible.

Education: Education is central to the identity and the mission of the Department of OB-GYN at the University of Colorado. The OB-GYN Clerkship provides clinical experiences in both inpatient and outpatient settings, serving patients ranging in age from adolescents to the end of life. Every year, over 140 students rotate through the OB-GYN clerkship, where they have opportunities to learn and provide care to women in clinics, operating rooms, and on labor and delivery. Students work with a variety of providers, including faculty, fellows, residents, nurse midwives, and students from the department of OB-GYN, as well as other disciplines as part of interprofessional teams.

The residency program has a long and proud history going back 60 years. The training program is dedicated to providing opportunities for residents to experience the breadth and depth of Obstetrics and Gynecology through varied training sites throughout the Denver metropolitan area. In addition to basic Obstetrics and Gynecology training, further training is offered in quality improvement, palliative care, interprofessional education, advocacy, and research through innovative curriculum developed by committed faculty. The residents have early exposure to many subspecialties, offering the opportunity to explore every facet of obstetrics and gynecology. All residency and fellowship programs are fully ACGME-accredited with no pending citations.

The Department's fellowship programs provide outstanding clinical training in the areas of Family Planning, Gynecologic Oncology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, OB-GYN Hospitalists, and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FMPRS). Fellows are trained by leading experts in their fields at leading hospitals across the state of Colorado, including UCHealth, Denver Health Medical Center, and Children's Hospital Colorado.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• M.D. or D.O. and board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Demonstrated experience in an academic leadership role (e.g., Chair, Vice Chair, Division Chief, or equivalent), with documented success in developing clinical, educational, and research programs.
• A national reputation for academic excellence as evidenced by a robust portfolio of peer-reviewed publications, with measurable impact (e.g., h-index, citation count).
• Proven track record of recruiting and mentoring physicians and academic faculty.
• Demonstrated competency in developing and managing budgets and providing financial oversight of clinical programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recognized leadership in women's health, including subspecialty expertise in areas such as maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, reproductive endocrinology, or minimally invasive surgery.
• Demonstrated experience implementing evidence-based practices and advancing clinical innovations that improve patient outcomes.
• Experience leading strategic initiatives within an academic medical center, including program growth, service line development, and cross-department collaboration.
• Experience fostering a culture of belonging and addressing disparities in women's health outcomes.
• Sustained success in mentoring faculty, residents, and fellows across clinical, educational, and research domains.
• Experience working across health systems or within integrated care models, with a focus on collaboration among hospitals, outpatient settings, and community partners.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• The highest integrity and ability to immediately build credibility and trust with a low level of ego.
• A high energy level with passion and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the CU School of Medicine.
• Leads with humility and kindness.

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

4. A copy of all current licenses and certifications.

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Mark Couch at MARK.COUCH@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$600,000 to $655,000.

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:

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