Department Chair, Urology

Reporting directly to the Dean of COM-T, the Chair will oversee the Department's academic, clinical, and research programs. The Chair will also serve as the Urology Service Line Chief for Banner Health - Tucson, ensuring alignment across the academic and clinical enterprise. This individual will be responsible for strategic planning, program development, team-based research initiatives, and recruitment to support departmental goals.

The Chair will cultivate a culture of collaboration, academic rigor, and clinical excellence while positioning the Department for continued growth in education, research, and patient care.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Provide leadership and vision for the Department to develop
  long- and short-term strategies aligned with the evolving landscape of academic
  and clinical urologic care.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership to develop,
  implement, and periodically refresh a strategic plan that supports the mission
  and goals of the University and COM-T.
• Partner with leaders across departments and centers to
  integrate high-quality clinical care with scholarly and educational excellence.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clinical
  leadership, physician groups, patients, and external partners to enhance
  revenue opportunities, improve patient experience, and support clinical
  outcomes.
• Establish and refine departmental protocols, goals, and
  implementation methods that reflect the vision for regional and national
  leadership in academic urology and excellence in care delivery across Arizona.
• Provide strategic oversight of the Department's research portfolio,
  including mentorship, collaboration, and pursuit of extramural funding.
• Oversee quality management and performance for all
  providers in the Department, including faculty physicians, residents, fellows,
  and advanced practice providers (APPs).
• Conduct annual performance reviews for all Department
  providers.
• Recruit and mentor individuals who embody professionalism,
  collaboration, and innovation, fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and
  academic excellence.
• Oversee educational programs across the continuum of
  medical education, supporting residency and fellowship training, mentorship,
  and continuing medical education activities.
• Provide clinical oversight to ensure alignment with
  institutional goals and quality benchmarks.
• Deliver outstanding clinical care within the Chair's
  urologic specialty, including participation in call responsibilities as
  appropriate.

• MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.
• Board certified in Urology and eligible for medical
  licensure in the state of Arizona.
• Meets University of Arizona criteria for appointment to a
  senior-level, tenured faculty position (strongly recommended).
• Demonstrated and substantial leadership experience in
  academic medicine or medical school administration, with national-level
  involvement in academic and professional societies.
• Proven ability to be a collaborative and adaptable leader
  in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment across clinical and academic
  disciplines.
• Experience managing the full spectrum of a Department of
  Urology, including but not limited to research initiatives, faculty affairs and
  development, clinical operations, key hospital interactions, graduate and
  undergraduate education, institutional partnerships, and fundraising.

• National or international reputation as a respected and accomplished urologic clinician, educator, and/or researcher.
• Strong understanding of academic urologic practice and demonstrated commitment to excellence in patient-centered care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial operations in healthcare administration and academic medicine.
• Proven track record as a strategic and innovative leader with the ability to manage and plan for future departmental growth.
• Experience recruiting, retaining, and mentoring faculty at all levels, supporting their development in clinical, research, teaching, and administrative roles.
• Ability to foster collaboration, build cohesive teams, and develop strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.