Deputy Director (Faculty Instructor)

Job Summary:

The Deputy Director will serve as a strategic leader for the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research (Ludeman Center). With a passion for women's health and the work of the Ludeman Center, the Deputy Director will partner with the Director to manage the growth and development of the Ludeman Center's strategic initiatives, programs, and operations, which have been created to promote and advance its strategic goals. Together, the Director and the Deputy Director will lead a dynamic organization that includes Ludeman Center staff, Community Advisory Board, scientific leaders, and university leadership, producing impactful research, mentoring, education, and outreach programs. The Deputy Director will also manage the Ludeman Center's finance function with support from the Lead Business Professional and oversight from the Director and will pursue a diversified and sustainable financial model through a mix of philanthropy and university support.

Key Responsibilities:

• In partnership with the Director, senior faculty, and the Community Advisory Board, conceptualize, launch, and facilitate the delivery of strategic initiatives, including implementation of the 2025-2030 strategic plan to support the achievement of the Ludeman Center's goals and objectives at the university, across Colorado communities, nationally, and through partnerships with UCHealth and CU Innovations
• Oversee the development and execution of high-quality, mission-critical programs and events focused on the community, scientists, and health care providers
• Provide support and guidance for human resources, contract management, and operations
• Serve as the chief of staff for the Ludeman Center
• Pursue strategic relationships and generate an integrated approach to outreach that expands and enriches the Ludeman Center's university, campus, regional, and national presence with the goal of increasing its visibility, recognition, and support
• Provide opportunities for the Director, and be personally prepared, for key speaking opportunities, meetings, and media coverage to promote the Ludeman Center's mission, vision, goals, and achievements
• Implement strategies that enhance the reputation of the Ludeman Center as a nationally recognized leader
• In conjunction with University Advancement, strategize and develop individual, annual, multi-year, and legacy fundraising plans focusing on both current and prospective donors
• Serve as the Ludeman Center's chief liaison to the Community Advisory Board (CAB), providing strategic communication, regular progress reports, individual engagement, and relationship building, ensuring the CAB has the necessary information to fulfill its advisory and fundraising responsibilities

Work Location:

Hybrid - This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

Housed within the University of Colorado School of Medicine and based at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado, the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research envisions a world where all women are healthy and thriving. It pursues a mission of transforming women's health through leading-edge research, the development of outstanding scientists, and partnerships with women and their families, providers, and the greater community to ensure women receive evidence-based, responsive healthcare.

The Ludeman Center has been a cornerstone of research and career development excellence, focused on developing and elevating the field of women's health and sex differences research changes in order to improve the lives of those we serve. We want to be one of the top sources of information that can be put to use for the good of women and their families. We have a scientific council comprised of nationally recognized scientists to help guide our scientific agenda. We also have a community board which provides us with sage advice and counsel. Our small but mighty staff consists of 10 people funded by the Ludeman Center as well as an advancement officer funded by the university. We have funded and support 104 scientists over the life of the Center. In addition, we have seven affiliated senior scientists at the Anschutz Medical Campus who are esteemed in their fields, all of whom are passionate about women's health. Our return on investment is for every $1 spent, we bring back $69 in terms of funding to scientists, mostly from federal sources.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• At least 10 years of experience in organizational leadership, financial management, strategy development, program execution, and external relations to include:
  
  
  
  • Experience as a results-oriented, experienced, and highly mission-driven leader including an understanding of the role of a leader in supporting and promoting the visibility of an organization, publicly and behind the scenes
  • Experience in nonprofit management, organizational development, and program management and expansion
  • Experience identifying, cultivating, and stewarding prospective donors
  • Marketing, communications, and brand development experience
  • Staff management and professional development experience
  • Experience working in a women's health, non-profit, healthcare, scientific, or university environment.
  
  
  
  

Years of relevant experience may be substituted for a master's degree.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A commitment to the mission of the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research - transforming women's health through leading-edge research, the development of outstanding scientists, and partnerships with women, providers, and the community to ensure women receive evidence-based, responsive healthcare
• An ability to formulate and articulate a vision for an evolving organization and lead, motivate, and mentor a team of dedicated staff members consistent with the organization's strategic goals
• A results driven motivation to move projects forward and strive toward continuous improvement and measurement against goals
• An ability to lead with humility and compassion and effectively integrate into the Ludeman Center's culture and environment, rapidly gaining the trust and respect of colleagues and team members while driving change and operational process improvements
• An ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, benefactors, board members, trustees, volunteers, constituents, and stakeholders at all levels and diversity of backgrounds
• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities and strong presentation skills with an ability to communicate persuasively with a diplomatic, open style, and active listening skills;
• Impeccable ethics and the highest level of integrity
• Intellectual curiosity and an ability to bring new ideas to the organization, especially with regard to operational best practices and staff leadership
• Knowledge of finance, budgeting, and financial forecasting
• Technological literacy including with MS Office Suite

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research as well as the responsibilities and qualifications of the role.
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Clare McCully, Managing Director and Senior Consultant with Aspen Leadership Group, claremccully@aspenleadershipgroup.com

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 1, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$170,000 - 200,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's 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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

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 COVID-19 virus and other vaccine 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 the occupational health medical surveillance program.