Department Chair, Urology Posting Number req24552
Department Urology
Department Website Link https://medicine.arizona.edu/urology
Medical Sub-Speciality Urology
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights The University of Arizona (UA) College of Medicine - Tucson (COM-T) seeks an accomplished and innovative academic urologist to serve as Chair of the Department of Urology. The Chair will be a key member of COM-T and Banner - University Medicine leadership teams, advancing clinical care, research, and education. They will lead the Department in implementing institutional strategies, promoting excellence across all mission areas, and strengthening its role as a regional and national leader in academic 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!
Duties & Responsibilities - Provide leadership and vision for the Department to developlong- and short-term strategies aligned with the evolving landscape of academicand clinical urologic care.
- Collaborate with institutional leadership to develop,implement, and periodically refresh a strategic plan that supports the missionand goals of the University and COM-T.
- Partner with leaders across departments and centers tointegrate high-quality clinical care with scholarly and educational excellence.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clinicalleadership, physician groups, patients, and external partners to enhancerevenue opportunities, improve patient experience, and support clinicaloutcomes.
- Establish and refine departmental protocols, goals, andimplementation methods that reflect the vision for regional and nationalleadership 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 allproviders in the Department, including faculty physicians, residents, fellows,and advanced practice providers (APPs).
- Conduct annual performance reviews for all Departmentproviders.
- Recruit and mentor individuals who embody professionalism,collaboration, and innovation, fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, andacademic excellence.
- Oversee educational programs across the continuum ofmedical education, supporting residency and fellowship training, mentorship,and continuing medical education activities.
- Provide clinical oversight to ensure alignment withinstitutional goals and quality benchmarks.
- Deliver outstanding clinical care within the Chair'surologic specialty, including participation in call responsibilities asappropriate.
Minimum Qualifications - MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.
- Board certified in Urology and eligible for medicallicensure in the state of Arizona.
- Meets University of Arizona criteria for appointment to asenior-level, tenured faculty position (strongly recommended).
- Demonstrated and substantial leadership experience inacademic medicine or medical school administration, with national-levelinvolvement in academic and professional societies.
- Proven ability to be a collaborative and adaptable leaderin a rapidly evolving healthcare environment across clinical and academicdisciplines.
- Experience managing the full spectrum of a Department ofUrology, including but not limited to research initiatives, faculty affairs anddevelopment, clinical operations, key hospital interactions, graduate andundergraduate education, institutional partnerships, and fundraising.
Preferred Qualifications - 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.
Rank To be Determined
Tenure Information To be Determined
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Clinical Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay AAMC Public Schools for Rank and Specialty
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Daniel Carty,
[email protected] Open Date 11/25/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant 
