Dean Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
School:Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Job Title:Dean Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Position #:Requisition #: 36638
The executive search firm Spencer Stuart is assisting the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus with this search. Inquiries nominations and indications of interest are invited and may be submitted to the confidential email address . Applications for this position will not be accepted on this website (CU Careers) or via email to Human Resources.
Executive Summary:
The Dean of the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is responsible for leading the education research and service mission of SSPPS. The Dean works collaboratively in a shared governance framework with the faculty and staff to develop implement and evaluate comprehensive strategic plans for all efforts of the School. This role will work to identify facilitate and promote multidisciplinary inter and intracollege/school and international educational service research scholarly and creative activities.
The Dean of SSPPS is a key member of the Anschutz Medical Campus leadership team serving as a strategist advocate leader of integrity and effective spokesperson for academic and constituent concerns as well as other matters related to the wellbeing of the School consistent with its vision and mission. The Dean provides vision and guidance in all aspects of the Schools educational programs research and scholarly endeavors outside funding efforts and community outreach and service programs. This role recruits and retains an exceptional pool of qualified faculty staff and students from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives enhances funded research inspires philanthropy and continuously improves the teaching and learning environment for students. The Dean will also be expected to encourage effective collaborative relationships within the School with partner institutions and among schools and colleges within the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
To learn more about this role please review the executive profile here.
Key Responsibilities:
The dean serves as the chief academic officer of the school and has full responsibility for academic programs and curriculum matters the budget and development activities.
Vision:
Develop a shared vision with SSPPS faculty staff and students based on open communication and trusting relationships.
Further the strategic objectives of SSPPS including creating collaborative and innovative programs and opportunities for faculty students alumni and community practitioners.
Lead the SSPPS in building alliances with offcampus constituencies businesses government agencies and the notforprofit community to enhance the schools stature its research productivity and its funding and grant opportunities.
- Advocate for and actively lead efforts and activities to build a community among the schools students staff faculty and external community partners that treats people with dignity and respect.
Recruitment and Retention of Talent:
Identify and recruit outstanding talent at the faculty staff and student level with specific emphasis on a broad range of skills background and perspectives consistent with the strategic objectives of the school and CU Anschutz Medical Campus.
Enhance retention strategies that include mentorship of junior faculty and support for faculty across academic ranks.
Education:
Lead the further improvement of relevant career focused educational programs in research teaching and pharmacy practice including the delivery of offcampus programming.
Research:
Increase the breadth and vitality of the SSPPS by promoting the recruitment retention and collaboration of distinguished faculty.
Work with partners and in particular the VC for Research on the Anschutz Medical Campus to promote funding opportunities while assuring there are sufficient resources for faculty staff and students to conduct research on campus.
Pharmacy Practice:
Foster and enhance relationships with and identify opportunities for strategic partnership with the practice community.
Ensure that the relationships with external organizations are of high quality and high impact.
Provide intellectual leadership and strong commitment to workforce development for the profession.
Management:
Work closely with senior leadership to advance the interests of the SSPPS including serving on universitywide and crossuniversity committees and taskforces.
Work collaboratively and transparently with faculty to advance and innovate across the mission areas of SSPPS.
Ensure the school is run efficiently and effectively and assure schoolwide financial stability and growth including oversight and participation in the budget fundraising and strategic planning of the school in cooperation with SSPPS administrative directors.
Represent the school to external constituents throughout Colorado the region nationally and internationally including alumni pharmacy professionals members of the media elected officials boards and donors in cooperation with the SSPPS & campus external relations.
Meet agreedon objectives for the school within the established budget.
Development:
- Increase the schools resource base by facilitating fundraising activities for the school.
- Work in consultation with the Chancellor the EVCASA and in collaboration with other deans and partners to ensure a crossuniversity perspective on broad institutional matters.
- Shape and lead initiatives described in the university campus and school strategic plans.
About the School:
Originally established in 1911 as a department of the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado at Boulder the School of Pharmacy opened its doors with two students and one faculty member. The school became an independent college in 1913 the same year it awarded its first degree and CU Pharmacy became a school in 1957. The school held its first classes at the former Health Sciences Center campus in 1992. In 2008 the school moved to the CU Anschutz Medical Campus a comprehensive health center where teaching research and health care combine.
During its 110 year history the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries patient care pharmacy advocacy and online education. CU School of Pharmacy is ranked in the top 10 percent of all pharmacy schools in the nation producing graduates that exceed national student outcomes and enjoy stellar career opportunities. The School is nationally recognized for its leadership in pharmacy professional education and its strong commitment to developing and sustaining an exceptional faculty staff and student body. It has long been a leader in NIH funding among pharmacy schools and CU Pharmacy faculty have consistently advanced science and health care through programs and discoveries with global impact.
To learn more about the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences please visit: Qualifications:
- Doctoral or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution (PhD PharmD or similar) in a pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences related field.
- Academic qualifications compatible with an appointment to the rank of full professor with tenure at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
- Demonstrated experience in administration and leadership at an academic institution (e.g. at the level of chair associate dean or dean) government agency or other organization devoted to the promotion of health.
- Demonstrated leadership in education research/scholarship and service.
- Demonstrated experience in fostering a community that values a wide range of backgrounds experiences and perspectives.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Accomplishments in working with faculty groups senior campus leadership and executivelevel leadership personnel from government business and notforprofit communities as well as other internal and external constituencies.
Successful experience in fundraising building a stronger program of funded research and other missionaligned revenue generation.
An appreciation of contemporary pharmacy and pharmaceutical science issues as evidenced by contributions to publications/reports addressing these issues.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate:
- A strong record of excellent research/scholarship teaching and leadership/service.
- Leadership skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to build and collaborate with teams.
- The ability to think and act creatively and strategically.
- Demonstrated trackrecord of organizational leadership:
o Vision setting
o Initiative leading by example.
o Influence particularly in a distributive organizational structure.
o Impact creation real and lasting change
o Integrity valuebased honest relationships and transparent decision making.
How to Apply:
For full consideration please submit the following document(s) to Spencer Stuart via email at . Applications for this position will not be accepted on this website (CU Careers) or via email to Human Resources.
1. A letter of interest describing relevant experiences as they relate to listed role qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address
Chuck Jordan and Alexis Stiles of Spencer Stuart are the lead consultants on the search. Inquiries nominations and indications of interest are invited and may be submitted to the confidential email address .
Screening of Applications Begins:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled although an indication of interest is encouraged byFriday May 23rd for full consideration.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as $350000 $450000.
The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer respectively. In addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.
Employment Type
Full-Time
