Job Details

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Open Rank - Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

Position Number: 6132295
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Other Medicine

Open Rank - Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

Open Rank - Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor - 36571 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics | Section of Genetics & Metabolism

Job Title: Open Rank Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

Position #:00832711 - Requisition #:36571

Job Summary:

Provide clinical care to patients with genetic and metabolic diseases. The individual will work collaboratively with other faculty and team members. The successful candidate will join ten clinical geneticists, eleven genetic counselors, and administrative staff in a thriving academic medical center including regional

satellite clinics. The primary focus of this role in clinical care in the general genetics clinic.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide professional clinical services to outpatient and inpatient patients with known or suspected genetic disorders and inborn errors of metabolism.
Share on-call responsibilities with the other genetics faculty.
Participate in the education of genetic residents, medical students, pediatric residents, and genetic counseling students.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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

Senior Instructor

Medical Degree
Board Certified in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
0-2 years of clinical experience

Assistant Professor

Medical Degree
Board Certified in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
0-6 years of clinical experience, interest in pursuing academic promotion

Associate Professor

Medical Degree
Board Certified in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
Six or more years of clinical experience

Preferred Qualifications:

1-2 year(s) of prior experience supporting Peds Genetics patient population
Clinical experience with children or adolescents with genetic disorders and inborn errors of metabolism
Clinical experience in an academic medical center environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of principles of genetics, inborn errors of metabolism, and general peds medicine.
Comfort with inborn errors of metabolism inpatient diagnosis and management (with backup if needed).
Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures.
Ability to develop and present educational information to patients as well as to professionals.
Ability to provide genetic counseling, and technical information in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients and families.
Ability to work independently as well as serving as a team member.
Ability to gather data and prepare reports.
Skilled in communication, both oral and written.
Skilled in establishing priorities.
Educational skills to various learners

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

Questions should be directed to: katherine.trankina@childrenscolorado.org

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

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 30^th.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Senior Instructor $110,000 to $165,000

Assistant Professor $170,000 to $183,000

Associate Professor $200,000 to $216,000

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 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.

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.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20873 - SOM-PEDS Genetics & Metabolism Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Apr 8, 2025 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Katherine Trankina Posting Contact Email: katherine.trankina@childrenscolorado.org Position Number: 00832711

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36571&lang=en