Tenured Professor: Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Care Medicine & Director of Center for

About the Job

The University of Minnesota Medical School seeks a driven andinnovative leader to serve as the Inaugural Director of the Centerfor Geroscience and Healthy Aging (CGHA). This individual will havethe opportunity to leverage the strong clinical, education, andresearch infrastructure of UMN to build the division into anational leader in geriatric and palliative care medicine. Thisrecruitment is backed by substantial philanthropic support andinstitutional commitment, providing the incoming Director with theresources to build a nationally recognized program. These uniquefunds underscore the strategic importance of geriatrics,geroscience, and healthy aging to the Medical School, theUniversity, and partners across Minnesota. The Inaugural Directorof CGHA may also be appointed as the Founding Director of theDivision of Geriatrics and Palliative Care Medicine (GPM) in theDepartments of Medicine (DOM) and Family Medicine and CommunityHealth (FMCH). This position will also hold a tenured CommonPaymaster Faculty position with the University of Minnesota andMPhysicians.

Role & Responsibilities

Lead the Center for Geroscience & Healthy Aging(CGHA)

• Establish and scale the CGHA as a flagship enterprise forhealthy aging—creating programs that advance research, clinicalcare, and innovation; overseeing education to build a skilledworkforce; and extending clinical care and research into ruralMinnesota to reach all communities across the state.
• Set the CGHA strategy and execution plan (near- and long-term)across discovery, translation, and implementation; align prioritieswith institutional strengths (e.g., iBAM, CHAI, CMRR/CCIR, GrossmanCenter, MN-GWEP, VA GRECC) to accelerate impact in geroscience,dementia, and age-friendly care.
• Grow faculty and programs: recruit, retain, and mentor basic,translational, clinical, and population scientists; foster teamscience and high-value collaborations; steward philanthropic andinstitutional resources to catalyze research cores, trainingpipelines, and clinical innovation.

Division Director, Geriatrics & Palliative Care(GPM)

• Set a strategic vision for the Division that advances clinicalexcellence, scholarship, and education within the Medical Schooland health system; build a bold growth plan for geriatrics andpalliative care.
• Recruit and mentor faculty and staff across geriatrics andpalliative care (with appointments in Medicine and Family Medicine& Community Health); champion faculty development and protecttime for scholarly activity.
• Lead an age-friendly health system agenda across inpatient andambulatory settings, embedding the 4Ms (What Matters, Medication,Mentation, Mobility) and person-centered, culturally responsivecare.
• Build a robust research portfolio spanning gerosciencetranslation, dementia/brain health, symptom science,serious-illness care, and implementation science; leverageinformatics and clinical trials infrastructure (includingopportunities such as a future NIA Pepper Center).
• Advance education and training for UME, GME, and CME; partnerwith Hennepin Healthcare to expand geriatrics and palliativefellowships; extend statewide training through MN-GWEP andinterprofessional programs.
• Promote inclusive excellence in recruitment, retention,mentorship, and advancement; partner with Medical School DEIleadership to ensure equitable policies, climates, andoutcomes.

Cross-Cutting Leadership

• Partnerships & alignment: coordinate with M HealthFairview, Minneapolis VA, and community partners to integrateresearch, clinical innovation, and population health—especially forrural and underserved communities.
• Stewardship & outcomes: set clear metrics for impact(patient outcomes, research funding, workforce training, statewidereach); ensure fiscal responsibility and effective use ofphilanthropic investment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) and board certification in arelevant field.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and ability to belicensed in Minnesota are required.
• Eligible for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor orProfessor.
• Record of clinical excellence and understanding of geriatric,palliative, and complex patient care.
• Outstanding scholarship, including a track record ofpublications and extramural funding.
• Demonstrated record in supporting diversity, equity, andinclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong visionary, inspirational leader who can develop andcommunicate a long-term vision for the advancement of the divisionand is equally skilled at developing and operating a detailed planto achieve that vision.
• Highly approachable and compassionate; a record of promoting aculture of innovation, collaboration, teamwork, respect, andhonesty; professional and personal demeanor characterized byintegrity, graciousness, sincerity, and a passion for theorganization’s mission and objectives.
• Exceptionally team-oriented; skilled at working well andpartnering with providers across a large, complex organization andcommunity.
• Highly adept and at ease managing the day-to-day operationaldetails with the ability to be decisive, to conceptualize andanalyze complex business opportunities, and oversee multipleprojects.
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting, retaining, and mentoringa diverse and highly skilled cadre of faculty, staff, andstudents.

About the Department

University of Minnesota Medical School

The University of Minnesota Medical School offers an exceptionalopportunity to be part of a leading academic medical institutiondedicated to innovation, patient-centered care, and groundbreakingresearch. As one of the top hospitals in the region, it combinescutting-edge clinical care with the resources of a major researchuniversity, creating an environment where you can growprofessionally while making a meaningful impact. You willcollaborate with leading experts in medicine, contribute to theadvancement of healthcare, and play a pivotal role in training thenext generation of medical professionals. Our institution fosters aculture grounded in teamwork, diversity, and lifelong learning,supported by competitive benefits and a strong commitment towork-life balance. Located in the dynamic Twin Cities metro area,this position offers not just a career opportunity, but ameaningful platform to help shape the future of academicmedicine.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range

This role is dually employed by the University ofMinnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at theUniversity of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of theperson hired, and begins at $55,000. Clinical salary, aligned withclinical effort, is provided through University of MinnesotaPhysicians. Total combined salary is anticipated to be in the rangeof $250,000 – $410,000 and is based on AAMC salary benchmarks.Applicants should complete this application and also an application for the position with the University of MinnesotaPhysicians.

Time Appointment

100% Appointment

Position Type

Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for moreinformation regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package thatincludes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional trainingand degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition BenefitProgram
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counselingat no cost
• Employee TransitPass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metroarea

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important tonote that most of the

time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. Thisapproach ensures

that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions ofeach candidate while

maintaining equity within our organization. As part of ourcommitment to fair and

equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered toincoming candidates

will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversityand inclusion in enriching the employment experience of itsemployees and in supporting the academic mission. The University iscommitted to attracting and retaining employees with varyingidentities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to andopportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment withoutregard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.To learn more about diversity at the U:

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successfulcompletion of a background check. Our presumption is thatprospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminalconvictions do not automatically disqualify finalists fromemployment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among thelargest public research universities in the country, offeringundergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude ofopportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of oneof the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities,students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit fromextensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers,international corporations, government agencies, and arts,nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized byForbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employerfor Women (2023), and Best Employer by State ). In 2026,we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awardsrecognition for employee appreciation and work-lifeflexibility.