Open Rank Deputy Director Associate Professor or Professor

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

22h•$150,000 - $500,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Director will serve as a senior leader within the Katy O. and Paul M. Rady Esophageal and Gastric Center of Excellence, supporting the continued growth and national visibility of the Center’s research, clinical, education, and outreach initiatives. This full-time faculty leadership position is based on the University of Colorado Anschutz in Aurora, Colorado, and will work collaboratively across the University of Colorado Cancer Center, School of Medicine, UCHealth, and partner institutions. This role will focus heavily on advancing translational and clinically driven research initiatives in esophageal and gastric diseases while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among clinicians, researchers, trainees, and institutional leadership. The Deputy Director will help shape the strategic direction of the Center and support the development of innovative programs that improve patient outcomes, expand research opportunities, strengthen education and mentorship initiatives, and elevate the Center’s national reputation. The successful candidate will bring a collaborative and entrepreneurial leadership approach, strong emotional intelligence, and the ability to develop meaningful partnerships across academic medicine, philanthropy, and research communities.

Requirements

MD, PhD, or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution.
3-6 years of demonstrated leadership experience within an academic medical center, research institution, or multidisciplinary clinical environment (for Associate Professor).
6+ years of demonstrated leadership experience within an academic medical center, research institution, or multidisciplinary clinical environment (for Professor).
Distinguished record of research accomplishments in esophageal and/or gastric diseases, including basic, translational, clinical, or population science research.
Evidence of sustained scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, national presentations, and successful research funding.
Experience collaborating across departments, disciplines, and institutions to support large-scale research and clinical initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Active National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding or equivalent extramural research support.
Experience leading multidisciplinary or team-science initiatives within a matrixed academic or healthcare environment.
Strong background in mentoring trainees, junior faculty, and interdisciplinary research teams.
Demonstrated success developing strategic partnerships and collaborative research programs.
Experience supporting philanthropy, donor engagement, or development activities in an academic or healthcare setting.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, with diverse audiences including faculty, trainees, institutional leadership, donors, and external partners.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships across departments, disciplines, and organizations.
Strong leadership, mentorship, and strategic planning skills.
Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
Demonstrated emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and servant leadership approach.
Ability to manage complex initiatives and navigate a dynamic academic healthcare environment.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for innovation, growth, and collaboration.
Commitment to advancing excellence in research, education, patient-centered care, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for basic, translational, and clinical research initiatives related to esophageal and gastric diseases.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary faculty, clinicians, researchers, and institutional leadership to advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Rady Center of Excellence.
Develop and expand research programs, including investigator-initiated studies, collaborative research efforts, and clinical trials.
Identify and pursue external funding opportunities, including federal grants, foundation funding, and philanthropic partnerships.
Mentor faculty, fellows, trainees, and early-career investigators in research development, academic advancement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Represent the Rady Center at local, regional, national, and international meetings, conferences, and professional organizations.
Assist with the development and implementation of strategic plans, annual goals, and operational priorities for the Center.
Contribute to the preparation of annual reports, presentations, and programmatic updates for institutional leadership, advisory groups, and donors.
Support efforts related to education, outreach, advocacy, and community engagement initiatives aligned with the mission of the Center.
Evaluate research progress, data reporting, and continuous improvement activities to ensure alignment with institutional goals and regulatory standards.
Foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that promotes innovation, mentorship, and excellence in patient-centered research and care.