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Working TitleDirector - Flint Animal Cancer Center

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400458AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleSenior Management I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$200,000 - 275,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/06/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Flint Animal Cancer Center ( FACC ) at the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital is a world leader in veterinary oncology. Its mission is to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer in pet animals, translating research and knowledge to benefit people with cancer. Members of the FACC faculty are housed in a variety of departments across the college and university.

Position Summary

The Flint Animal Cancer Center ( FACC ) at the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital is a world leader in veterinary oncology. Its mission is to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer in pet animals, translating research and knowledge to benefit people with cancer. Members of the FACC faculty are housed in a variety of departments across the college and university, including the Clinical Sciences, Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences, and Microbiology Immunology and Pathology Departments.

The FACC has a robust clinical, teaching, research, and outreach program. The FACC houses more than a dozen internationally recognized research programs that investigate animal and human cancers. The FACC clinic has cared for companion animals with cancer for nearly four decades with cutting-edge diagnostic capabilities and treatment modalities as part of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, clinical service of medical, radiation, and surgical oncology and an integrated clinical trials service. The FACC clinical trials service is one of the largest in the country, averaging more than twenty trials a year. The FACC also trains future veterinary oncologists and oncology researchers in a variety of accredited programs.

The Director of the Flint Animal Cancer Center is a unique position that will lead the research, administrative, and service sectors of the Center. The Director’s responsibilities will broadly include leadership and vision for the center, oversight of teaching and clinical service programs, administrative commitments, and faculty support. The position may participate as a faculty member in an appropriate department with the option of participating in clinical service work, research, mentorship, education, or teaching.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience leading a large team with varying interests and disciplinary expertise. The Director must be able to connect with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, provide vision for the future, and facilitate the FACC’s future growth. The Director will foster existing and new relationships with internal, external, and international partners, and widely promote the capabilities of the FACC . The Director will be passionate about training the future generation of researchers and clinicians and able to sustain and grow opportunities for the Center.

Effort Allocation:

• Administrative/Outreach/Development – 75%

• Research/Teaching – 15% (negotiable)

• Clinical Service – 10% (negotiable)

The Director of the FACC is offered as a 12-month administrative professional leadership position. The Director may select to have a faculty affiliate appointment in an appropriate college and department. Desire to maintain an active research program is feasible not required.

The Director of the FACC will report to the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences ( CVMBS ) or the Dean’s designee.

Moving expenses and sign-on bonuses are negotiable to eligible individual.

This position will remain open until filled.

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Required Job Qualifications

• D.V.M, Ph.D., or M.D. degree (or equivalent)

• Demonstrated excellence in scholarly and or clinical activity related to cancer

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a relevant setting

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Meet departmental requirements for appointment as an associate or full professor

• Academic leadership experience

• Experience in research, discovery, and/or advancement of clinical knowledge

• Excellent communication skills

• Experience in budget management, development, and/or fundraising

• Demonstrated experience of successful collaborative teamwork

• DVM preferred

• Alignment with college and institutional values to advance commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryAdministrative/Outreach/Development

Duty/Responsibility

• Administrative Service

• Lead strategic initiatives to enhance FACC success in all areas

• Advance the mission and vision of the FACC to meet current and future challenges and opportunities

• Maintain and improve the reputation of the FACC as an international leader in veterinary and comparative oncology

• Promote FACC interactions with internal collaborators, including but not limited to other veterinary clinical units, VHS , relevant centers, CVMBS , and CSU leadership

• Promote FACC interactions with external collaborators including but not limited to University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center and relevant veterinary and comparative oncology organizations.

• Expand fiscal support and provide fiscal oversight of FACC activities as aligned with the mission and vision of the center and CVMBS

• Clinical Service

• Support the veterinary clinical services unit as they provide a high level of care for patients with cancer

• Support clinical service faculty as they advance and improve the quality of our oncology specialty training programs and veterinary student education and training in oncology

• Provide leadership to Increase funding to support all facets of oncology clinical services

• Research/Teaching Service

• Support the strategic improvement and expansion of basic, applied, and clinical research training programs including philanthropic giving and extramural-based support

• Support education of pre- and post-veterinary trainees

• Faculty/Staff Development and Support

• Lead initiatives to build a cohesive team across all facets of the FACC

Percentage Of Time75

Job Duty CategoryResearch/Teaching

Duty/Responsibility

• To be negotiated based on the needs of the college and FACC as well as the interests of successful candidate.

Percentage Of Time15

Job Duty CategoryService - Clinical, Outreach, etc

Duty/Responsibility

• To be negotiated based on the needs of the college and FACC as well as the interests of successful candidate.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with a resume or CV and the contact information for three professional references, applicants must submit a cover letter addressing how their education/experience aligns with each of the minimum and preferred qualifications listed in the job posting, and a statement describing your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

For full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 pm (MT), Monday, May 6, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactColin Clay: colin.clay@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or CV

• Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Optional Documents