Department Head, Clinical Sciences

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado State University (CSU) is seeking applications and nominations for the position of Department Head for Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS). This leadership role offers a strategic and visionary opportunity within a leading college of veterinary medicine. The position is a 12-month leadership role with an expectation for a tenured full professor appointment. The Department Head reports to the Dean of CVMBS and is part of the College’s senior leadership team. This role oversees more than 400 faculty, residents, interns, and staff, and is responsible for establishing a clear vision and focus for the Department that addresses current societal challenges and needs. The Department is organized into sections covering anesthesiology, cardiology, critical care and emergency medicine, dermatology, epidemiology and preventive medicine, exotic animal medicine, equine medicine and surgery, food animal and livestock medicine and surgery, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, small animal medicine and surgery, and theriogenology. The Department Head collaborates with the Veterinary Health System (VHS) to support faculty with clinical duties. Research within the department focuses on disease pathogenesis in companion and production animals, utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art imaging modalities. Faculty are committed to teaching undergraduate, graduate, and professional veterinary medical students, with a reputation for innovation in instructional technology.

Requirements

Advanced degree (e.g, DVM, BVSc, MVSc, MD, PhD, or equivalent).
Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic, research, clinical, diagnostic, governmental, or similarly complex organization.
Commitment to, or potential for, enhancing veterinary medical education, graduate education, clinical service, and research.
Academic or professional record qualified for appointment as a tenured full professor within the Department of Clinical Sciences.
Evidence of successfully leading a large, diverse team.
Outstanding communication skills.
Commitment to, or potential for, enhancing community and belonging among all members of the department.

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, board certification with veterinary specialty college, or equivalent.
Demonstrated clinical veterinary experience.
Experience in biomedical, translational, or clinical research.
Significant experience running an externally funded research program.
Proven leadership ability and integrity, including developing a vision for the Department.
Strong desire and proven track record to establish collaborative relationships within the College, University and with the private and public sectors.
The ability to work productively and collegially with a large and diverse team.
Commitment to CVMBS values of Community, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation.
Commitment to, or potential for, maintaining CSU's leadership in animal welfare and ethics.
Effective planning and implementation of strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

Provide academic and scientific leadership in defining and attaining goals of the Department.
Advance excellence and innovation in professional, graduate, and other educational programs.
Promote excellence in all departmental endeavors, and develop a culture of belonging for all in the Department.
Develop a departmental leadership structure that addresses departmental needs in a comprehensive and inclusive way.
Play a significant role in recruiting, hiring, and retaining faculty, and encourage mentorship for professional development and collegial interactions.
Manage growth and development of the departmental missions in research, education, and service, including by leading departmental strategic planning to prioritize investment of time and resources.
Partner closely with leaders of the VHS and professional veterinary medical education programs to streamline and clarify faculty and staff appointments and budget.
Develop innovative approaches for resourcing departmental operations and strategic plans.
Serve as the primary departmental advocate in enhancing the visibility and prestige of the departmental sections and disciplines, at the Department, College, and University level.
Represent the Department to external entities (professional and corporate organizations, alumni, etc.) and during fund-raising activities.
Manage fiscal planning and administration, direct and evaluate faculty and administrative staff, and facilitate relationships with industry and governmental entities that interact with the Department.
Represent the department at the College Executive Committee.
Perform Department Head responsibilities as outlined in the CSU Academic Faculty and Administrative Professional Manual.