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Chief, Division of Cardiothoracic Radiology (MD, DO)
Posting Number
req26369
Department
COM Phx Radiology
Department Website Link
College of Medicine-Phoenix
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location
Greater Phoenix Area
Address
475 N. 5th St. , Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix is seeking an outstanding academic physician to serve as chief, division of Cardiothoracic Radiology in the Department of Radiology. This individual, appointed at the associate or full professor level, will be responsible for strategic leadership and directions for all aspects of the clinical, education, research and other programmatic missions of the division.

The chief will lead a team of cardiothoracic radiologists, ancillary staff and personnel and will be responsible for expanding the program. Specific needs and opportunities include recruiting faculty members, building clinical programs and evolving clinical investigation. An additional goal will be the development of a GME training program in partnership with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix (Banner - University Phoenix).

This position reports directly to the chair of the Department of Radiology within the College of Medicine - Phoenix for all academic activities. Consistent with the Academic Affiliation Agreement (AAA) between the University of Arizona and Banner Health, the chief will have a matrix reporting relationship to the CEO of Banner - University Medical Group (B-UMG) and CEO of Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix (B-UMCP) for all clinical activities conducted at B-UMCP.

The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in the Department of Radiology, actively participate in teaching, clinical service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.

This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The PBC campus embodies the University's priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

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

• Faculty development
• Recruitment and retention of faculty and staff
• Educational and training programs including a residency program
• Research growth
• Novel clinical programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess an MD or DO or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the associate professor level or higher.
• Be board certified in Diagnostic or Interventional Radiology.
• Be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona.
• Exhibit
  greater than 6 years of progressively complex administrative experience
  (e.g., program leader, center/section director, etc.) in an academic
  medical center setting.
• Have a demonstrated track record of national distinction in teaching, clinical care and research discovery in an academic department or comparable environment.
• Have a demonstrated commitment
  to patient care, reflecting a service-oriented, team-based philosophy
  with hospital administration and health professional colleagues from all
  disciplines, departments and specialties.
• Exhibit a successful track record of recruitment and/or development of faculty, trainees and students.
• Show evidence of successful program building.
• Be eligible for medical staff membership at Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess an additional health profession degree (e.g., PhD, MPH, MS, etc.)
• Have experience in the development and successful implementation of new academic (educational, patient care, research) programs and services.
• Show the ability to collaboratively engage private practice community for mutual benefit in program development and patient care.
• Demonstrate leadership in Cardiothoracic Radiology.
• Show past and/or continued clinical research funding with evidence of high impact scientific research, including peer-reviewed publications in leading journals.

Rank
To be Determined
Tenure Information
Career-Track (CT)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
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

Office of Talent Acquisition

talent@arizona.edu

Open Date
6/26/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

CV and cover letter is required for to be considered for the position. One additional document will be professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.

Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.

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