Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine, Office of Medical Education

Open Rank Clinical Professor Series/Alpine Curriculum Trail Director

Position #00790630 – Requisition #23383

.10 FTE (salary support plus benefits, up to the NIH salary cap of $200,000)

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

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
• Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado 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 School of Medicine, Office of Medical Education has an opening for a part-time Open Rank Clinical Professor Series/Alpine Curriculum Trail Director.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Position Summary:

The Trail Director for the University of Colorado School of Medicine is responsible for working with faculty, course directors, departments, Curriculum Deans, and other SOM personnel to create and implement Trail curriculum and to ensure the achievement of Trail outcomes.

The Trail portion of the new Trek medical student curriculum consists of 8+ weeks of curriculum content for students during their last two years of medical school. Each student will match into one of the Trails below, focused on the specific Trail topic. Students in each Trail will form a learning cohort and will complete curricular elements common to their Trail and select other elements from a menu of electives to meet their requirements. The goal of each Trail is to enhance a student’s ability to positively transform the health of the community beyond their direct clinical practice. Each Trail Director will be responsible for a cohort of MS3s and MS4s in their Trail. Each Trail will capture at least 10% of the student body within their cohort.

The position is initially supported at 0.1 FTE, as of January 1, 2022,  to support curriculum development and elective Trail offerings for the Class of 2024; the position has the opportunity to increase to 0.2 FTE on July 1, 2023,  when Class of 2025 is required to enroll in the Trails in the fall of 2023.

Each trail will have a maximum of two (2) Co-Directors. The Trail Directors will report directly to the Assistant Dean for Medical Education, Post-clerkship Curriculum. Interested applicants must apply through the CU Careers posting. Application review will begin on November 15, 2021, and the postings will remain open until all trail co-director roles are filled. Questions regarding the post may be forward to chad.stickrath@cuanschutz.edu

 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.

Primary responsibilities:

Supervise SOM faculty who teach within the Trails. Responsibilities include assigning work, faculty development, evaluation and feedback, as well as addressing issues and improving faculty performance.Collaborate with SOM support staff for effective communication and delivery of curricular and assessment materials in a timely manner.Provide leadership and oversight of the Trail with a focus on development, implementation, and assessment of Trail goals and session-specific objectivesEffective Trail execution including content, scheduling, assessment, grading, organizationEnsure syllabi, course materials, schedules, small group rosters (if applicable), and other content are of high quality and reflect the educational objectives and content being delivered.With the assistance of the OME Office of Evaluation, Assessment and Research, evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum in achieving learning outcomes.

Serve as a resource and communicate in a timely manner with students, administrative staff, and faculty.Promote student success through early identification and referral/offering of additional supports as neededEnsure adherence to shared policies as developed by the curriculum committees and UME leadership.Actively engage in continuous quality improvement based on feedback, changing LCME requirements, and as charged by curriculum oversight bodies.Attend meetings with SOM leadership as needed and as required.  As the Trail curriculum develops, the Trail Director(s) will need to adapt, and address needs as they arise.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) has been established at:

.10 FTE (salary support plus benefits, up to the NIH salary cap of $200,000)

Assistant Professor:   The hiring salary is: $5,000 to $20,000, as FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the NIH salary cap of $200,000. 

Associate Professor:  The hiring salary is: $5,000 to $20,000, as FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the NIH salary cap of $200,000. 

Professor:  The hiring salary is: $5,000 to $20,000, as FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the NIH salary cap of $200,000. 

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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.The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

University of Colorado Denver | 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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please contact hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu for information on disability accommodations

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

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.

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

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate level degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA, MPH, MD, DO, PhD, JD, etc.)
• Candidates must be able to be obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine

Associate Professor Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate level degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA, MPH, MD, DO, PhD, JD, etc.)
• Candidates must be able to be obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine

Professor Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate level degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA, MPH, MD, DO, PhD, JD, etc.)
• Candidates must be able to be obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine

Preferred Qualifications:

Assistant Professor Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development training
• Experience with course design and leadership
• Experience teaching health professions students
• Experience with specific Trail focus

Associate Professor Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development training
• Experience with course design and leadership
• Experience teaching health professions students
• Experience with specific Trail focus

Professor Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development training
• Experience with course design and leadership
• Experience teaching health professions students
• Experience with specific Trail focus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.Excellent written and oral communication Interprofessional leadership and teamwork skills Ability to work with a diverse group Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines Flexibility and the ability to adapt various skills Comfort communicating with students, faculty, and relevant stakeholders Excellent time management and organizational skills

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Part-time
Posting Date: Oct 25, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing