Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics | Section of Genetics & Metabolism

Assistant/Associate Professor

Position #00795579 – Requisition #25756

 

* 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

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal 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 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 $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The Department of Pediatrics Section of Genetics and Metabolism has openings for full-time faculty to carry out independent laboratory research in genetics and genomics.  Appointment in the Human Medical Genetics and Genomics Ph.D. Training Program is also available to appropriately qualified candidates.  This position could include clinical activities, if appropriate for the successful applicant.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Strengths in gene and genome regulation.
• Genomics and application of informatics to genomic data.
• Personalized/precision medicine, development of novel therapies including nucleic acid replacement or correction technologies.
• Development of cell-based models appropriate to high through-put drug screening.

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 & Benefits: 

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

• Assistant Professor $85,000 to $150,000
• Associate Professor $105,000 to $180,000

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.

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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

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.

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, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, 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.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Assistant Professor

• M.D. and/or Ph.D. – Genetics, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, or related degree.
• Minimum of four years of laboratory research experience in genetics or a related field.
• Meets qualifications for appointment as Assistant Professor.

Associate Professor

• M.D. and/or Ph.D. – Genetics, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, or related degree.
• Six or more years of laboratory research experience in genetics or a related field.
•  Examples of scholarship
• Meets qualifications for appointment as Associate Professor.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal and sex-offender background check

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in one of the broad target areas described above is valuable, but not required.

 

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Apr 27, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing