Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery

The University of Minnesota Medical School invites applications for the role of Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. This prestigious position presents a unique opportunity for an accomplished leader to shape the future of orthopedic surgery within one of the nation's top academic health systems. As a key leader in the Medical School and Health Systems, the successful Chair will play a strategically important role in advancing the institution's mission of delivering world-class care, driving innovation, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to address the most complex musculoskeletal challenges.

Role & Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will possess a compelling vision for the future of orthopedic surgery and the expertise to translate that vision into actionable strategies that elevate the department. As Chair, you will play a pivotal role in:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a forward-thinking strategic plan that enhances the department's clinical, research, and educational programs while aligning with the broader goals of the University of Minnesota Medical School and M Health Fairview.
• Faculty Development: Recruit, mentor, and retain top-tier faculty and staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Research Advancement: Oversee a robust and diverse research portfolio, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and securing extramural funding to advance the field of orthopedic surgery.
• Clinical Excellence: Expand and innovate clinical programs to provide cutting-edge, patient-centered care across all subspecialties, including joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma, and pediatric orthopedics.
• Education and Training: Strengthen residency and fellowship programs, support innovative teaching methodologies, and prepare the next generation of orthopedic surgeons and
  leaders. Expand robust medical student training program across two regional campus locations.
• Financial and Operational Management: Effectively manage departmental resources, including budget oversight, philanthropic development, and resource allocation to achieve
  strategic goals.
• External Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and national healthcare leaders, industry partners, and community stakeholders to enhance the department's reputation and influence.

Required Qualifications

• Educational and Professional Credentials:
  • MD or DO degree with board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
  • Eligible for medical licensure in Minnesota.
  • Qualified for appointment at the rank of Professor in the University of Minnesota Medical School.
• Leadership Experience:
  • At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in an academic medical setting, with a demonstrated ability to achieve departmental goals and initiatives.
  • Experience navigating and cultivating relationships within complex health systems and engaging key community partners to advance shared goals.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and inspire excellence in education, research, and clinical care.
• Academic Excellence:
  • Nationally or internationally recognized expertise in orthopedic surgery, evidenced by a distinguished record of scholarly contributions, including high-impact publications.
  • Success in securing competitive research funding (e.g., NIH, foundations, industry).
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, including faculty, staff, students, patients, donors, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong fiscal management skills, with experience overseeing complex budgets and allocating resources effectively.
• Mentorship and Faculty Development:
  • Commitment to mentoring and developing faculty and trainees, fostering academic and professional growth.
• Clinical Excellence and Innovation:
  • Proven ability to expand and enhance clinical programs, ensuring patient safety, quality of care, and improved access to services.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
  • A strong dedication to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the
    department's mission.

The University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery stands as a nationally recognized leader in advancing musculoskeletal health, with a distinguished 75-year legacy of excellence in patient care, research, and education. The department has grown to encompass over 95 faculty members, including nationally and internationally recognized experts across all orthopedic subspecialties, making it one of the largest and most comprehensive orthopedic surgery departments in the nation. It fosters an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing the contributions of diverse faculty, trainees, staff, and patients to achieve excellence in all areas.

Key Features

• Faculty: Over 95 faculty members, including nationally and internationally recognized experts across various orthopedic subspecialties.
• Residents: 40 residents enrolled in a highly competitive, comprehensive training program.
• Fellowship Programs: Fellowship programs in Adult Reconstruction, Orthopedic Spine, Trauma, Combined Adult Reconstruction/Trauma, and Sports Medicine. Of which 3 are accredited and participation as a clinical site for the MN Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship.
• Subspecialties: Expertise across multiple subspecialties, including Adult Reconstruction, Spine, Hand and Upper Extremity, Sports Medicine, Pediatric Orthopedics, Trauma, and
  Musculoskeletal Tumors.
• Clinical Partner Sites: Care provided at premier facilities, including M Health Fairview locations, TRIA Orthopedic Center, Regions Hospital, Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare, and CentraCare in St. Cloud.
• Research Excellence: Robust research programs supported by significant extramural funding, focusing on clinical outcomes, regenerative medicine, biomechanics, and innovative imaging techniques.
• Comprehensive Education: Diverse educational opportunities, including clerkship rotations at six unique clinical sites, residency training, and advanced simulation-based learning.
• Patient Care Reach: Serving thousands of patients annually with state-of-the-art treatments and technologies.

To learn more about the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, please visit: med.umn.edu/ortho.

About the Medical School

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.

M Health and Clinical Partnerships:

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

Community Information:

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

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Pay Range: This role will be dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary for the Professor role at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $55,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary of academic effort, clinical effort and department head role is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.Total salary will be between $762,500 - $833,334. There is the potential for an annual bonus of up to 20%.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

The University of Minnesota Medical School has retained the services of Academic Med, a leading executive search firm that specializes in Department Chair searches for Academic Medical Schools, to assist with this strategically important search. The search for this esteemed position is being conducted by Academic Med Principals, Gentry Zacheis & Jim Hagood. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be handled with confidentiality. Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and a cover letter to:

• Jim Hagood, Managing Principal of Academic Med: jim@academic-med.com
  
• Gentry Zacheis, President & CEO of Academic Med: gentry@academic-med.com

Additional Application Needed:

Applications must be submitted with the Univeersity of Minnesota online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

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