Department Chair - Professor (Tenure-track faculty)

Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: May 18, 2025

Job Description:

Faculty Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusDepartment: Biostatistics and InformaticsWorking Title: Department Chair - Professor (Tenure-track faculty)Position #:00830475 - Requisition #: 36091Job Summary:The Colorado School of Public Health (CSPH) is accepting applications and nominations for the position of Department Chair for the Department of Biostatistics and Informatics (BIOS). This is a 12-month, tenure-track Full Professor appointment with the primary academic appointment to be held at the University of Colorado Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department of Biostatistics and Informatics is one of five departments within the CSPH at the Anschutz Medical Campus. The BIOS Department offers two Graduate degrees (MS and PhD), one Professional degree (MPH in Applied Biostatistics), and two certificates in Applied Biostatistics and Health Analytics & Data Science. The department also houses the Center for Innovative Design & Analysis (CIDA), which supports biostatistics and informatics across the Anschutz Medical Campus. The BIOS Department Chair leads the department and is part of the School's management and leadership decision-making group.The Department's mission includes delivering high-quality education, fostering innovative, collaborative, and ethical scientific research, and interacting with community and government partners to promote public health surveillance and evaluation strategies. The Department conducts cutting-edge methodological research and offers training in biostatistics, bioinformatics, data science, and public health informatics. The Department develops innovative methodologies to advance public health science, knowledge, practice, and outcomes. Now in its 16th year, the department has a strong faculty, a cohesive and supportive environment, and an established and respected presence on the Anschutz Medical Campus. It has a tradition of recruiting outstanding junior faculty. A crucial responsibility of the Chair is development of effective collaborations between departmental faculty and students, with faculty and researchers in the partner institutions, School of Medicine faculty and with many public and community health research partners in the region. Key Responsibilities:The incumbent will be responsible for leading, planning, managing, and implementing the academic, research, and service programs of the Department. They will work with the Director of CIDA to coordinate recruitment activities for the center and foster collaborations within the department and with partner institutions on the Anschutz Medical Campus and externally. A suitable candidate will be a leader and scholar in any of the department's core disciplines and dedicated to continuing to build and promote strong and effective relationships within an academic health sciences center. The incumbent will be committed to expanding and enriching the department's educational, research and public health activities in the current dynamic environment, including embracing new technology, genetic and other -omic discoveries, big data and artificial intelligence applications in public health and medicine. The BIOS Department Chair is a schoolwide leader and works with the dean on academic and strategic matters at the school and campus levels. Responsibilities include implementing, maintaining, and assuring the high quality of its academic initiatives, conducting annual reviews of its entire academic faculty, and making recommendations for faculty and staff promotions. Additionally, the Department Chair leads and annually updates the department's five-year Strategic Plan and manages the department's finances related to faculty salaries, promotion, teaching, administration, collaborations, and central administration costs. Supervision ReceivedThe Chair reports to the Dean of the Colorado School of Public Health. Supervision ExercisedThe Chair oversees and participates in evaluating more than 20 department faculty and staff serving the department's academic and research programs. Examples of Work PerformedWe seek a Chair who will:

• Provide innovative and collaborative leadership.
• Implement and improve the department's research, degree programs, and curricula.
• Actively pursue external funding.
• Foster collaborations, including team science, with academic public health and medicine, which include basic and translational sciences programs on the campus.
• Teach in areas of expertise.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain faculty and students.
• Provide leadership and foster program development in research in biostatistics and informatics.
• Work to enhance the reputation and achieve the overall vision of the school, the department, and its partner Universities. Work Location:Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of at least 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. The Chair will set policies for the department's faculty, staff, and students regarding onsite attendance and model those policies accordingly.Why Join Us:The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top-tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region's health and well-being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master's concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally. Why work for the University?We have an incredibly collaborative campus-wide culture supported by AMAZING benefits and exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
  • Medical: Multiple plan options
  • Dental: Multiple plan options
  • Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
  • Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
  • Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
  • Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
  • Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
  • Holiday Days: 10/year
  • Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
  • ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail serviceThere are many additional perks & programs with . Diversity and Equity:The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
    • An academic doctorate, or equivalent, in a relevant field, such as Biostatistics, Data Science, or Bioinformatics.
    • An established record of excellence in research, teaching and service.
    • Documented scholarly activity and a record of leadership and/or service; specifically, the candidate's accomplishments should be commensurate with the criteria for appointment at the academic rank of full Professor at the University of Colorado, Colorado School of Public Health. Preferred Qualifications:
      • Strong achievement in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, or Data Sciences research.
      • A record of successful administrative leadership in a university setting. Specifically, a portfolio demonstrating strategic and creative initiatives toward obtaining external funding, managing complex budgets, and attracting outstanding faculty.
      • Experience working with campus leaders and program to build centralized support facilities to achieve the campus's educational, research and clinical missions.
      • Experience cultivating collaborative relationships with university administrators, faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
      • Experience with the creation of partnerships both within and outside the university and the establishment of research centers.
      • Management of personnel, finance, and budget experience and skills. Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesCandidates should have a demonstrated ability to:
        • Conduct research in the field of Biostatistics, Data Science, or Bioinformatics, and demonstrate a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
        • Foster partnerships and build relationships.
        • Teach and mentor graduate students and early career-stage faculty.
        • Guide curriculum and program development.
        • Secure funding through grants, contracts, endowments, or other sources
        • Administer an academic enterprise at the department level.
        • Promote collegiality and creativity among faculty.
        • Manage faculty and staff roles and responsibilities.
        • Develop and implement policies for academic programs.
        • Represent and advocate for the department within the CSPH, among partner universities, local and government agencies, and constituent communities.How to Apply:For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
        • A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and why the position is of interest
        • Curriculum vitae / Resume
        • Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressQuestions should be directed to Dr. Jonathan Samet at jon.samet@cuanschutz.edu Screening of Applications Begins:Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by April 15, 2025. Those not applying by this date may or may not be considered. Anticipated Pay Range:The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $225,000 to $315,500The 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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.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: ADA Statement:The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .Background Check Statement:The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.Vaccination Statement:CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you must comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in specific research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the . Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category: Faculty Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21419 - CSPH-Bio Info General Ops Schedule: Full-time Posting Date: Mar 20, 2025 Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Jon Samet Posting Contact Email: Jon.Samet@CUAnschutz.edu Position Number: 00830475Required
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