Description
 

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine

Assistant, Associate, or Professor (Open Rank)

Position #796396 – Requisition #25901

 

* 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 Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine has an opening for a full-time Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor.

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.

Nature of Work:

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus invites applications for an Associate Director of the Center for Advanced Drug Development (CADD), into a tenure track position at the level of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, in support of our goal to integrate research, education, innovation, and engagement across the department and university. We seek a diverse scholar with training and/or experience in one or more relevant themes related to translational nonclinical research. These relevant themes include (but not limited to) nonclinical drug development, pulmonary inhalation toxicity, acute lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis, cardiac injury assessment, vascular toxicity, advanced nonclinical imaging, and/or general toxicology. Our most pressing needs include thorough understanding of the life cycle of therapeutics, and the utility of small to large animal models in the regulatory approval process. Applicants who bridge multiple disciplines within the department or across campus are preferred.

Successful candidates will establish and maintain active, externally funded research programs to support and conduct scholarly research in their own areas of expertise as well as collaboratively within the Center for Advanced Drug Development. They will contribute to the academic success of post-graduate, graduate and undergraduate students through research project supervision, advising and career mentoring. We seek colleagues who will work to make CU Denver welcoming to students, faculty, and collaborators from diverse backgrounds, so we can achieve our full potential as diversity-welcoming institution.).

Examples of Work Performed:

The duties of the individual holding this position will be twofold. First and foremost, the individual is expected to develop a productive and cutting edge, externally funded research program. This responsibility will include keeping abreast of current literature, formulating long- and short-term research goals, designing and performing appropriate experiments to achieve these goals, evaluating laboratory data and protocols, preparing and submitting manuscripts based on research conducted within the lab, and preparing and submitting grant applications to appropriate federal or private agencies to secure funding for the research program. It is important that individual to interact effectively with other members of the scientific and clinical research communities and establish fruitful research collaborations. The individual is expected to present research in all appropriate venues to increase the awareness of research being performed in the lab, and to facilitate collaborative interactions. Second, the individual is expected to participate in service activities within the department, the university and the broader scientific community that contribute to the accomplishment of department and university missions, and that promote the success and welfare of the broader scientific and medical community. This will include teaching and mentoring activities of post-graduate, graduate and undergraduate students, delivering didactic lectures and local/national/international presentations, designing and teaching courses, advising, and other administrative duties related to teaching.

Salary and Benefits:

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

Assistant Professor: $162,000- $175,534

Associate Professor: $189,848- $205,850

Professor: $193,755- $248,001

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

Education: A completed doctorate degree in medicine (MD/DO), veterinary medicine (DVM), and/or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is required in a relevant field of translational research, including pulmonology, cardiology, veterinary medicine, radiology and/or general toxicology.Experience: A clear evidence of relevant (2 years minimum) post-graduate experience (in academia, government or industry) is required in translational research related to drug development, pulmonary and/or cardiac injury, veterinary medicine, radiology and/or general toxicology. Special Skills: Experience in writing and submitting of mentored and/or independent grant applications and publications in peer-reviewed journals is required.

Associate Professor

Education: A completed doctorate degree in medicine (MD/DO), veterinary medicine (DVM), and/or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is required in a relevant field of translational research, including pulmonology, cardiology, veterinary medicine, radiology and/or general toxicology.Experience: A clear evidence of extensive (5 years minimum) relevant post-graduate experience (in academia, government or industry) is required in translational research related to drug development, pulmonary and/or cardiac injury, veterinary medicine, radiology and/or general toxicology. Special Skills: Experience in writing and submitting of successful independent grants and/or research contract applications and publications in peer-reviewed journals is required.

Professor

Education: A completed doctorate degree in medicine (MD/DO), veterinary medicine (DVM), and/or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is required in a relevant field of translational research, including pulmonology, cardiology, veterinary medicine, radiology and/or general toxicology.Experience: A clear evidence of national/international reputation in research area of focus, and an extensive (10 years minimum) post-graduate experience (in academia, government or industry) is required in translational research related to drug development, pulmonary and/or cardiac injury, veterinary medicine, radiology and/or general toxicology. Special Skills: Experience in writing/coordinating successful independent and program grants and/or research contract applications and high impact publications in peer-reviewed journals is required.

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:

Advanced degree in Master's of Business Administration (MBA) or Master's of Public Health or above is preferred.Experience with preclinical drug development programs within the government, military and/or industry (pharmaceutical industry)Experience in performing research at academic institutionsExperience in holding formal or informal leadership roles.Excellent communication skills as demonstrated by lead authorship of published research communications and oral presentation at national and international conferences.Capability of functioning as a student mentor with strong organizational and administrative skills.

Competencies:

Ability to complete research investigations independentlyAbility to work independently and also in a team environmentAbility to independently develop and submit successful grant proposalsAbility to create and present strong research presentationsAbility to multi-taskAbility to communicate effectively across a large multidisciplinary teamAbility to set priorities and schedule work effectivelyAbility to design studies that run across multiple programsKnowledge and ability to make impactful contributions to research investigationsAbility to prepare and manage budgets

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: May 16, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing