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DIVISION CHIEF OF BARIATRIC AND METABOLIC SURGERY (ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR) (NTE/TE/T) (PHOENIX)

Employer
University of Arizona
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Closing date
Jul 21, 2021

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DIVISION CHIEF OF BARIATRIC AND METABOLIC SURGERY (ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR) (NTE/TE/T) (PHOENIX)

Position Highlights

The Division Chief of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery will provide strategic leadership and direction for all aspects of the Division. The Chief will be responsible for all planning, policy, operations, and oversight of academic, research, and clinical programs of the Division. The Chief will have financial authority over the state-appropriated budget assigned to the division,  extramural research funding received, philanthropic funding, and other financial matters for the division in accordance with applicable University policies and practices.

This position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Surgery within the College of Medicine – Phoenix for all academic activities. Consistent with the Academic Affiliation Agreement (AAA) between the University of Arizona and Banner Health, the Division Chief will have a matrix reporting relationship to the Chief Executive Officer of the Banner-University Medical Group (B-UMG) and CEO of B-UMC (Phoenix) for all clinical activities conducted at Banner-University Medical Center (Phoenix).

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biomedical Campus in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. We embrace professionalism, innovation, and collaboration to optimize health and health care for all. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

The campus also houses the UA Colleges of Public Health, Pharmacy, and Nursing, as well as Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services, the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) and the International Genomics Consortium.

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; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Faculty Affairs
  • Educational and training programs
  • Research programs
  • Patient care programs
  • Recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff
  • Surgical Director of the Institute for Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, Banner Health

Minimum Qualifications

  • Qualified candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine (MD/DO) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution; 
  • AND be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the Associate Professor level or higher.
  • Board certified by the ABS.
  • Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona.
  • Greater than 5 years of progressively complex administrative experience (e.g., program leader, center/section director, etc.) in an academic medical center setting.
  • Demonstrated track record of national distinction in teaching, clinical care, and research discovery in an academic department of medicine or comparable environment.
  • National distinction through service on NIH study section and/or national committee leadership in ASMBS or similar professional societies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to patient care, reflecting a service- oriented, team- based philosophy with hospital administration and health professional colleagues from all disciplines, departments, and specialties.
  • Successful track record of recruitment and development of faculty, trainees, and students.
  • Evidence of successful program building beyond one’s own research group. 
  • Eligible for medical staff membership at B-UMCP.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Additional health profession degree (e.g., PhD, MPH, MS, etc.).
  • A strong interest in adolescent obesity
  • Experience in the development and successful implementation of new academic (educational, patient care, research) programs and services.
  • Demonstrates collaborative engagement with private practice community for mutual benefit in program development and patient care.
  • Demonstrated outstanding leadership in major subspecialty division/section at an academic department of internal medicine. Qualifications commensurate with tenure eligibility at UA COM-P.
  • Past and/or continued NIH-funding (as PI or Co-PI) OR similar sponsored-research portfolio and evidence of high impact scientific research including peer-reviewed publications in leading journals.
  • Strong preference for past or current Fellow of ASMBS

For more information about this opportunity and to apply, please visit

https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/5333?c=arizona

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

The University of Arizona has currently adopted a working environment and interview process in accordance with guidelines recommended by the CDC.

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 an Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American/Alaska Native-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.

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