Vice Chair of Education

Vice Chair of Education

The Vice Chair for Education provides strategic leadership and oversight for the department's educational mission across the continuum of training, including medical students, residents, fellows, and continuing professional development for faculty. This role involves setting a clear vision for educational excellence; ensuring compliance with accreditation standards; advancing curriculum innovation; and fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment. The Vice Chair partners closely with program directors, fellowship directors and institutional education offices, including the GME office, to align training programs with departmental priorities and evolving workforce needs.

In addition to overseeing evaluation, mentorship, and faculty development in education, the Vice Chair promotes scholarly activity in medical education and cultivates a culture of continuous quality improvement, preparing trainees to become skilled clinicians, educators, and leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Department's educational mission by developing and executing a vision for undergraduate, graduate, and continuing medical education programs that aligns with institutional and health system priorities.
• Oversee Graduate Medical Education programs by providing leadership and mentorship to Residency and Fellowship Program Directors, ensuring ACGME compliance, monitoring program outcomes, and supporting trainee recruitment, retention, performance, and well-being.
• Lead Undergraduate Medical Education initiatives by overseeing the dermatology curriculum, supporting student advising and mentorship programs, and promoting early exposure to dermatology careers.
• Advance faculty development and educational scholarship by supporting clinician-educators, developing faculty training programs, fostering mentorship, and encouraging scholarly dissemination and educational innovation.
• Manage educational resources and budgets by overseeing resource allocation, supporting educational initiatives, and advocating for protected time and infrastructure necessary for educational leadership.
• Represent the Department's educational mission at the institutional and national levels through committee service, collaboration with interdisciplinary partners, and engagement with organizations such as the Association of Professors of Dermatology.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• MD, DO, or PhD degree.
• Current medical license and appropriate medical staff appointment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership abilities.

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 interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume.
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY .edu/cu-careers . Questions should be directed to:
Jennifer Nevener, JENNIFER.NEVENER Screening of Applications Begins:
This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted. Anticipated Pay Range:
The hiring rate ( or budgeted rate) for this position has been established at $25,000 annual stipend or FTE. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.