Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Chair of the Department of Primary Care

COMPENSATION RANGE: 210,000.00 - 240,000.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Faculty

DEPARTMENT: Dean Col Osteopathic Med Office

TARGET HIRE DATE: 1/1/2027

BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/04/2026.

Position Summary:

The full-time position of Chair of Primary Care (PC) will report to the Associate Dean for Clinical Education and Graduate Medical Education. This individual will be responsible for the planning, directing, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures for the Department of Primary Care. The Chair has direct oversight and management of all faculty in the department. Additionally, the Chair will participate in curricular development and teaching of all aspects of clinical medicine throughout the curriculum.

Job Duties:

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

• Collaborate with other chairs, faculty, and administration in curriculum development, assessment, and modification of the curriculum as a part of the college’s ongoing quality improvement and assessment program.
• Incorporate simulation including the use of Standardized Participants in the instruction and assessment of medical students.
• Support creation and execution of interprofessional education activities within and between COM and University departments and the community at large.
• Create supporting educational materials, such as lecture PowerPoints, voice overs, video recordings, and other tools, as needed.
• Direct and participate in the instruction and education of medical students while providing mentorship and motivation for learning, research, and scholarly activity.

Administrative Duties:

• Develop strategic plans outlining the department goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepare annual financial and budgetary plans for the department.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Primary Care department.
• Lead regular department meetings to discuss planning, goal setting, progress, and issues related to the Department of Primary Care.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate all faculty/staff in the department.
• Assess needs for faculty/staff to support the goals of the Department of Primary Care.
• Assist in planning and delivering ongoing faculty development activities.
• Participate as an active member of the UNC COM leadership team weighing in on planning, goal setting, policy development, and issues related to the COM and University.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.

Service:

• Serve on COM committees as assigned (Typical committee load is 5; all chairs participate in Academic Leadership Council, Department Chairs Council, Faculty Assembly, Curriculum Committee, and Faculty Evaluation Promotion and Tenure Committees).
• Serve as a student club advisor as time allows
• Participate in faculty assembly and faculty development activities.
• Participate in the COM student admission process, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.

Current Board Certification in a primary care specialty (family medicine, general internal medicine, general pediatrics).

Valid and active medical license and ability to be fully licensed in Colorado.

Three (3) years of academic experience as faculty at a College of Osteopathic Medicine or School of Medicine, or as faculty member in a Graduate Medical Education program. Five (5) years or more of academic experience is preferred.

Eligible for coverage by UNC COM’s malpractice insurer.

Relevant experience in teaching, educational design, evaluation, scholarly activity, and academic leadership in a medical education setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Personal Characteristics

• Promotes personal integrity, professionalism, and growth mindset as a lifestyle
• Demonstrates self-motivation in fulfillment of tasks, encouraging similar behavior in colleagues and students.
• Decision making is informed via stakeholder consultation
• Outcomes focused; Seeks and evaluates concrete data holistically and in a timely manner.
• Exemplifies dedication in service to profession, students, colleagues, and patients

Academic Skills and Perspectives

• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the delivery of medical education, including creation and analysis of NBOME/NBME style exam items.
• Understands common curriculum planning and assessment metrics including Foundational Undergraduate Medical Education Core Competencies, Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs), and the COMLEX-USA Blueprint.
• Has working knowledge of accreditation processes.
• Proficiency in using educational software, LMS, Microsoft, and other professional resources. Encourages interdisciplinary approaches to basic medical sciences and clinical sciences education, nurturing the team mentality and empowering collaboration
• Views proven traditional learning methods through the lens of technological innovation that reconceptualizes teaching and facilitates student learning.
• Approaches student success holistically, encompassing the entire lifecycle of the students, from orientation through graduation
• Supports UNC’s Strategic Plan Rowing, Not Drifting 2030.

Culture and Engagement

• Embraces an inclusive approach to managing the academic medical enterprise and builds a culture of belonging, integrity, and transparency.
• Fosters a welcoming environment that encourages individuals and groups to learn and work within and across heterogeneous communities.

Leadership Style and Communication

• A leadership style grounded in partnership, collegiality, and consensus building, with the ability to make and stand by decisions
• Communicates in a respectful and transparent manner, as an active listener, in both spoken and written communication
• Establishes and communicates a clear vision to advocate for the development of all employees.
• Leads by example and supports a culture of upward mobility and opportunity for team members

Additional Requirements

Interested applicants should submit the following:

· Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.

· Curriculum Vitae (CV).

· Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests.

· Names and contact information of three professional references.

Benefits:

Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC

The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44% of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub, to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

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Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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