Description

University of Colorado – School of Medicine

Assistant Professor

 

The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado’s Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the Department of Medicine, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned program that provides comprehensive resources for the diagnosis and therapy of diseases of the digestive tract, pancreas and liver.  The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology has faculty and staff making contributions to research, clinical trials, and nationally recognized patient care.  Gastroenterology & GI Surgery is one of the top ranked in the United States and our clinical partner, the University of Colorado Hospital, and is in the top hospitals nationwide as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is rapidly growing, with clinical practices throughout the state of Colorado and over 80 researchers, physicians and staff, all working toward its vision to prevent and treat disease while being a global model for patient care delivery, interdisciplinary research, and training.

The successful applicant will have experience in the field of gastrointestinal biology with a focus on innate immunity, fibrosis and the development of novel therapeutic approaches for mucosal disease. Particular areas of interest include mucosal biology and intestinal fibrosis with a focus on the utilization of primary cell culture.  

Clinical responsibilities will include the care and treatment of patients with complex inflammatory bowel disease. Research responsibilities include building and maintaining an independent research program in basic and/or translational studies of mucosal innate immunity, training of graduate students and post- doctoral investigators, as well as to develop interactions with investigators within the research environment in the newly developed GI and Liver Innate Immune Programs (GALIIP) on the Anschutz Medical Campus at the University of Colorado. In particular, the candidate should demonstrate the vision and potential or ability to interact with basic scientists and clinicians to foster translational research programs. We are looking for candidates with a keen interest in building interdisciplinary programs through interactions across the many basic and clinical departments within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado. Key selection criteria will be research excellence and originality of science. Applicants must have an M.D., Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree and have demonstrated excellent qualifications in research.

The Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Colorado are among the leading departments in the nation and home to basic and translational scientists who conduct world-class research in such areas as mucosal inflammation, hepatology, immunology and the microbiome. The Anschutz Medical Campus at the University of Colorado is the newest medical campus in the country and provides an intellectually vibrant and collaborative interdisciplinary environment with a wealth of cutting edge research resources. The ideal candidate should have an exceptional record of research achievement demonstrating a trajectory for success in academic medicine.

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

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Diversity and Equity:

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The University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

• A board-eligible medical degree (MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Fellowship training in Gastroenterology
• Record of scholarship, teaching, and service sufficient to be appointed as an associate professor at the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

Research experience with inflammatory bowel disease, colitis, fibrosis or closely related fieldDemonstrated success in obtaining research fundingPublished expertise in mucosal innate immunity, inflammatory bowel disease, colitis, fibrosis or closely related field

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Dec 15, 2020
Unposting Date: Ongoing