Department Chair, Urology

Posting Number

req24552

Department

Urology

Department Website Link

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

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Duties & Responsibilities

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

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,

Open Date

11/25/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

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