Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine – Department of Orthopedics

Assistant Professor - Research

Position #783477 – Requisition #26597

* 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.

Nature of Work

The ideal candidate will be able to collaboratively direct clinical and wet bench research in the Osseointegration Research Program in the Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado. Work will include human subjects research and all regulatory aspects to human protocol development, in vitro and in vivo experimental planning, execution of molecular, cellular and animal model-based experiments, and general oversight of clinical and basic lab operations.

This position will be under the supervision of Jason W. Stoneback, MD; Associate Professor, Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs, Chief of Orthopedic Trauma and Fracture Surgery and Director of the Limb Restoration Program

Professional Field

Skeletal Biology & Orthopedic Research

Supervision Exercised

Two Research Services Professionals and One Research Resident

Examples of Work Performed

Development of human protocols for submission to the COMIRB

Completion of any FDA-level regulatory steps, including development of IDE/IND applications

Contribution to recruitment and consenting of participants to human studies and execution of outcome measure assessments in this context

Collection and banking of human tissues collected from various limb restoration procedures

Planning and performing laboratory experiments, including in vitro and in vivo work

Management of rodent and other animal colonies as needed

Performance of surgical procedures in animal models of limb restoration and osseointegration

Performing various assays including Western and Northern blots, real-time qPCR, flow cytometry, ELISAs, and microarrays, histological staining/immunostaining, procedures with animal models, and imaging and data analysis

Oversee all lab activities, including ordering of supplies and record keeping

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Interest in limb restoration and the biology of implant osseointegration in the context of limb amputation

Organizational skills, knowledge base, independence and leadership skills to support running the newly formed osseointegration laboratory

Communication skills and evidence of writing ability based on publication track record

Troubleshooting and problem solving skills in bench science (in vitro, in vivo)

Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $75,000 to $85,000.

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 Requirements

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PhD degree in a biological sciences field, or an MD degree

At least 2 years of postdoctoral experience post-completion of the terminal degree

Evidence of publication and presentation track record from work on previous projects

Preferred Qualifications

Track record of research in musculoskeletal biology

Experience studying implant-bone interface and developing biological and engineering based approaches to enhancing integration at this interface

Grant writing experience and willingness to contribute to grant writing as part of an investigative team

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jul 1, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing