University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: School of Medicine, Department of Neurology

Job Title: Chair of Neurology



Job Summary:

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Medicine, the Chair of Neurology holds responsibility for the strategic direction, academic vision, financial performance, and operations of the Department across its clinical, research, and educational missions. The Chair leads the Department's sections and vice chairs, oversees its clinical enterprise and budget, represents Neurology in negotiations with UCHealth and the School of Medicine, and serves as the Department's principal advocate for space, funds flow, and investment.

Chairs at CU operate with substantial autonomy. Departments are federated, run their own book of business, and reinvest what they earn. Chairs function as executives of a complex enterprise while contributing to the broader interests of the School and campus. The environment rewards business fluency, decisiveness, and the willingness to build a case with data. The next Chair will also maintain an active clinical or scholarly presence sufficient to remain credible with a faculty that values practicing colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the continued success and impact of the Department of Neurology
• Shape the future of Neurology in alignment with the University's neuroscience ambition
• Foster a culture of engagement, transparency, and shared purpose
• Expand access and advance innovative models of neurological care
• Strengthen strategic partnerships to advance the Department's mission
• Elevate research excellence, innovation, and national prominence
• Recruit, retain, and develop exceptional faculty and future academic leader
• Advance educational excellence and prepare the next generation of neurologist

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• An MD or MD/PhD, board certification in Neurology
• Must meet the requirements for a faculty appointment at the full professor level at the University of Colorado, Anschuitz School of Medicine
• Financial and operational fluency sufficient to lead a federated department through funds flow, cFTE, and compensation redesign, and to build data-supported arguments for investment
• A distinguished record of scholarship and academic leadership in neurology or the neurosciences, with demonstrated ability to build, fund, and sustain research programs of national standing;
• Demonstrated organizational and executive leadership in a complex academic medical setting, including responsibility for budgets, personnel, and operations at scale;
• A record of improving patient access and clinical operations, including experience with advanced practice provider models, telehealth, and community and regional care delivery;
• Success in recruiting, developing, and retaining outstanding faculty and staff, with genuine commitment to mentorship and to the development of early-career section and program leaders;
• Understanding of the full range of academic career paths and the judgment to support and compensate clinical, research, and educational effort equitably and transparently;
• Commitment to educational excellence across the continuum of learners, and demonstrated willingness to invest in training programs and the faculty who lead them;
• A collaborative and inclusive approach to leadership, with a track record of building productive relationships across departments, institutes, affiliated sites, and health system partners;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating environments that encourage mutual respect, understanding, and active participation from all members and the community.
• Demonstrated experience leading a Neurology department, division, program, or similarly complex academic or healthcare organization.
• Experience building effective partnerships across clinical, research, educational, and administrative organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to developing innovative educational programs and supporting the professional development of trainees and faculty.
• Experience working effectively with hospital and health-system partners and navigating complex academic and clinical environments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• The highest integrity and personal ethics.
• A commitment to service within the community.
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong organizational and process management skills.
• A commitment to listening and responding to the Department members and their needs.
• An ability to prioritize the interests of the Department above one's own interests.

Conditions of Employment:
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Colleen Moya at [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 29, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $450,000-$600,000

The 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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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.

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