University of Colorado Denver

Open Rank- Assistant Professor/Associate Professor - 36015 

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Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics – Hematology/Oncology

Job Title: Open Rank- Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

Position #: 00008181 – Requisition #:36015

Job Summary:

The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant-Cellular Therapeutics has an opening for a full-time Open Rank Assistant Professor or Associate Professor - Neuro Oncology position. This position will work with other attending physicians, physician-scientists, and scientists in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology. 

In this role, the provider will supervise advance practice providers, fellows, and residents in organizing each day’s inpatient rounds, procedures, and family conferences, develop clinical/translational and basic science research projects that advance the academic, teaching, and clinical missions of the School of Medicine. 

This is primarily a clinically based faculty position, with dedicated time for clinical or translational research. Clinical work will include inpatient attending service coverage, shared holiday and weekend call with other faculty, and outpatient clinic responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent care of pediatric Neuro-Oncology patients on the inpatient hospital service
• Provide independent care of pediatric Neuro-Oncology patients in the outpatient clinic and infusion center focused on Neuro-Oncology.
• Communicate with referring physicians and other providers regarding shared patients on Neuro-Oncology service and within the institution
• Lead Neuro-Oncology advance practice providers (APPs: physician’s assistants and nurse practitioners) in the care of both inpatients and outpatients
• Provide education and supervision to medical students, residents and fellows in the inpatient and outpatient settings
• Provide coordination of care between the inpatient and outpatient settings
• Participate in the treatment of patients on clinical research protocols in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology/BMT-CT 

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado. 

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu. 

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, ethnic minorities, 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. 

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology after completion of an ACGME accredited pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship
• Active Colorado state license and DEA certification.
• If Board-eligible, must past American Board of Pediatrics sub-specialty exam in pediatric hematology/oncology within 36 months of hire date. 

Associate Professor

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• Active Colorado state license and DEA certification.
• Training and expertise in pediatric Neuro-Oncology and/or BMT-CT with a minimum of 6 years of clinical experience 

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check
• Active and continuous certification from the American Board of Pediatrics, sub-board of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (once certified)
• Meet all Children’s Hospital Colorado credentialing requirements and continuous active medical staff status. 
• For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing patients on clinical research trials, including Good Clinical Practice, and Human Subjects Research compliance and training.
• Completion of an organized Pediatric Neuro Oncology Fellowship.
• 5 or more years’ work experience with appropriate, well-qualified academic experience.
• Experience with managing long-term outcomes.
• Current or evolving leadership roles at the national and international level in Neuro-Oncology treatment, research, and operations.
• Evidence of successful clinical accomplishments appropriate to stage of career.
• Experience as a principal investigator of early phase clinical trials and in clinical trial management.
• Experience with engagement and operations of cooperative group and consortia clinical trial work 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to independently diagnose, treat, care for, and manage complex Pediatric Hematology/Oncology patients in a highly specialized, academic setting, including coordination of care with other hospital services, both in and outside the institution.
• High professionalism skills
• Customer service skills
• Team-based patient care skills
• Ability to meet productivity targets are expected 

How to Apply:

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

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address 

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

Questions should be directed to: Staci Ertzberger staci.ertzberger@cuanschutz.edu 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 3/31/2025. 

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $181,103 to $205,573

Associate Professor: $223,416 or $270,549

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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.

Perks & Benefits: https://advantage.cu.edu/search

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@ucdenver.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. 

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References 

Job Category

: Faculty 

Primary Location

: Aurora 

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20877 - SOM-PEDS Hematology-Onc-GenOps 

Schedule

: Full-time 

Posting Date

: Jan 27, 2025 

Unposting Date

: Ongoing 

Posting Contact Name: Staci Ertzberger 

Posting Contact Email: staci.ertzberger@cuanschutz.edu 

Position Number: 00008181

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