Associate Professor/Professor & Division Chief, General Surgery (T/TE/NTE)

Associate Professor/Professor & Division Chief, General Surgery (T/TE/NTE) The University of Arizona's College of Medicine - Tucson (COM‑T) seeks a dynamic, nationally recognized leader to serve as the next Chief of the Division of General Surgery. Reporting directly to the Chair of the Department of Surgery, the Chief will work collaboratively with leaders of COM‑T and Banner‑University Medicine to advance excellence in clinical care, education, and team‑based research while positioning the Division for continued growth and innovation. The Division of General Surgery is integral to the institution's mission with strong opportunities for collaboration across surgical oncology, trauma, critical care, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and complex abdominal wall reconstruction. The Chief will play a key role in strengthening these partnerships and expanding multidisciplinary programs that rely on general surgery expertise. 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. Duties & Responsibilities The next Chief of the Division of General Surgery will provide strategic leadership and direction for the growth of the division, set a clear vision and execute on this vision, and advance the division through multidisciplinary clinical care, advanced and innovative surgical services, research, education, and service. The Chief will inspire, develop, and lead an accomplished team of faculty and mentor trainees, drive the development of clinical programs, create accountability in the division, and exhibit leadership and consensus-building within and beyond the division. To elevate the division to the next level, this leader will strategically recruit and retain talented faculty to support clinical growth, expand the division's research footprint, improve the national reputation, and ensure excellence in the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows. The Division of General Surgery is housed within the Department of Surgery. Faculty will provide clinical services and mentor trainees at Banner‑University Medical Center Tucson and Banner‑University Medical Center South. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Outstanding academic leader with a national/international reputation as an accomplished clinician, investigator, and educator. Proven, substantial, and progressive leadership experience in an academic medical center. Demonstrated research experience and interest. Track record of building relationships with community-based providers and working in complex systems. Ability to engage faculty, mentor the careers of others, and collaborate within a complex health care system. Minimum Qualifications Eligible for the rank of Associate or full Professor. Hold an MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree. Be eligible for medical licensure in Arizona. Preferred Qualifications Surgeons with clinical expertise in colorectal surgery, complex abdominal wall reconstruction, or minimally invasive surgery. Contact Information Jessica Montoya | View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Phase2 Technology