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Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Job Title: Open Rank – Assistant, Associate, Professor (tenure-eligible)
Position #00845134
Requisition #39122
Job Summary:
The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is recruiting for multiple open rank, tenure eligible, interdisciplinary, cross-cutting faculty positions across both research and clinical domains with a focus on innovation, agility, and excellence to improve health and save lives. Depending on the candidate’s qualifications, research focus, and alignment with program needs, appointments may be made in either the Department of Clinical Pharmacy or the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, with extensive opportunities for collaboration across the CU Anschutz academic medical and health sciences campus. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the School’s areas of excellence are encouraged to apply:
- Aging
- Artificial Intelligence and Systems Pharmacology
- Drug Development
The successful candidate will join a vibrant and collaborative academic community and bring innovative solutions to solve real-world problems through research, education, and unique interdisciplinary approaches which have the greatest impact on translating scientific advances into saving patient lives. As a tenure eligible faculty member, candidates are expected to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program that contributes to and enhances one or more of the School’s areas of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Research
- Conduct cutting-edge research within the chosen area of expertise to advance pharmaceutical sciences and address critical grand challenges that improve health and save lives.
- Bridge interdisciplinary collaborations within departments, School, and across the University of Colorado Anschutz campus to foster interdisciplinary research.
- Excellence in publication record and externally funded research which can cut across both clinical and research domains and in areas which are of the highest clinical significance and impact.
Teaching
- Contribute to graduate and postgraduate education by developing and delivering high-quality, contemporary coursework.
Mentorship
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research staff, supporting their academic and professional growth.
Service
- Participate in departmental, university, and professional service, including committees and scholarly organizations.
Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is preparing the world’s future pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists through innovative learning and teaching. During its more than 110-year history, the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries, patient care, pharmacy advocacy, and online education. CU Pharmacy is ranked in the top 15% of all pharmacy schools in the nation, producing graduates who exceed national student outcomes and enjoy stellar career opportunities. The School’s faculty are advancing science and health care through programs that reach urban and rural Coloradans, as well as communities around the world.
Why work for the University?
We have amazing benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave. The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below. For additional information on the requirements to be appointed to Associate or Full Professor, please review the School of Pharmacy Faculty Guidelines.
Assistant Professor
- Candidates must possess a PharmD, PhD, or MD or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated expertise in one of the target areas as evidenced by a strong publication record or potential for securing extramural research funding.
Associate Professor
- Candidates must possess a PharmD, PhD, or MD or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated expertise in one of the target areas as evidenced by a strong publication record or potential for securing extramural research funding.
- Meets the School of Pharmacy criteria for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.
Professor
- Candidates must possess a PharmD, PhD, or MD or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated expertise in one of the target areas as evidenced by a strong publication record or potential for securing extramural research funding.
- Meets the School of Pharmacy criteria for appointment at the rank of Professor.
Preferred Qualifications (All Ranks)
- Experience in one or more of the School’s focus areas of excellence.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring, preferably involving graduate or postgraduate students.
- A strong record of collaborative, team-science research, including evidence of interdisciplinary work through publications, shared projects, or funding.
- Experience with large paradigm shifting center grants, or
- Documented research excellence, reflected in peer-reviewed publications and contributions to the field.
- A successful history of securing external research funding from federal agencies, foundations, or industry partners.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships at all organizational levels.
- Commitment to and leadership in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Engagement in innovative, evidence-based approaches to pharmacy education and curriculum development.
- Experience with educational technologies that support student learning.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build consensus and instill shared vision.
- Analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and sound decision-making skills.
- Professional demeanor marked by reliability, integrity, flexibility, and collaborative spirit.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: SSPPS Human Resources, sop.hr@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.
Anticipated Pay Range:
Starting salary range by academic rank, degree, and experience:
Assistant Professor: $130,000 to $185,000
Associate Professor: $150,000 to $250,000
Professor: $175,000 to $300,000
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. Final salary will be determined based on academic rank, specialty area, qualifications, years of relevant experience, internal equity, and available funding. In rare circumstances, compensation outside of the stated range may be considered for candidates with extraordinary qualifications or highly specialized expertise, consistent with University policy and applicable law. This position is exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable state law. 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. Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
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.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado 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.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
Faculty Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Feb 25, 2026
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: SSPPS Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: sop.hr@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number: 00845134
University of Colorado Anschutz
Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Job Title: Open Rank – Assistant, Associate, Professor (tenure-eligible)
Position #00845134
Requisition #39122
Job Summary:
The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is recruiting for multiple open rank, tenure eligible, interdisciplinary, cross-cutting faculty positions across both research and clinical domains with a focus on innovation, agility, and excellence to improve health and save lives. Depending on the candidate’s qualifications, research focus, and alignment with program needs, appointments may be made in either the Department of Clinical Pharmacy or the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, with extensive opportunities for collaboration across the CU Anschutz academic medical and health sciences campus. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the School’s areas of excellence are encouraged to apply:
- Aging
- Artificial Intelligence and Systems Pharmacology
- Drug Development
The successful candidate will join a vibrant and collaborative academic community and bring innovative solutions to solve real-world problems through research, education, and unique interdisciplinary approaches which have the greatest impact on translating scientific advances into saving patient lives. As a tenure eligible faculty member, candidates are expected to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program that contributes to and enhances one or more of the School’s areas of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Research
- Conduct cutting-edge research within the chosen area of expertise to advance pharmaceutical sciences and address critical grand challenges that improve health and save lives.
- Bridge interdisciplinary collaborations within departments, School, and across the University of Colorado Anschutz campus to foster interdisciplinary research.
- Excellence in publication record and externally funded research which can cut across both clinical and research domains and in areas which are of the highest clinical significance and impact.
Teaching
- Contribute to graduate and postgraduate education by developing and delivering high-quality, contemporary coursework.
Mentorship
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research staff, supporting their academic and professional growth.
Service
- Participate in departmental, university, and professional service, including committees and scholarly organizations.
Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is preparing the world’s future pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists through innovative learning and teaching. During its more than 110-year history, the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries, patient care, pharmacy advocacy, and online education. CU Pharmacy is ranked in the top 15% of all pharmacy schools in the nation, producing graduates who exceed national student outcomes and enjoy stellar career opportunities. The School’s faculty are advancing science and health care through programs that reach urban and rural Coloradans, as well as communities around the world.
Why work for the University?
We have amazing benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave. The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below. For additional information on the requirements to be appointed to Associate or Full Professor, please review the School of Pharmacy Faculty Guidelines.
Assistant Professor
- Candidates must possess a PharmD, PhD, or MD or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated expertise in one of the target areas as evidenced by a strong publication record or potential for securing extramural research funding.
Associate Professor
- Candidates must possess a PharmD, PhD, or MD or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated expertise in one of the target areas as evidenced by a strong publication record or potential for securing extramural research funding.
- Meets the School of Pharmacy criteria for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.
Professor
- Candidates must possess a PharmD, PhD, or MD or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated expertise in one of the target areas as evidenced by a strong publication record or potential for securing extramural research funding.
- Meets the School of Pharmacy criteria for appointment at the rank of Professor.
Preferred Qualifications (All Ranks)
- Experience in one or more of the School’s focus areas of excellence.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring, preferably involving graduate or postgraduate students.
- A strong record of collaborative, team-science research, including evidence of interdisciplinary work through publications, shared projects, or funding.
- Experience with large paradigm shifting center grants, or
- Documented research excellence, reflected in peer-reviewed publications and contributions to the field.
- A successful history of securing external research funding from federal agencies, foundations, or industry partners.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships at all organizational levels.
- Commitment to and leadership in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Engagement in innovative, evidence-based approaches to pharmacy education and curriculum development.
- Experience with educational technologies that support student learning.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build consensus and instill shared vision.
- Analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and sound decision-making skills.
- Professional demeanor marked by reliability, integrity, flexibility, and collaborative spirit.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: SSPPS Human Resources, sop.hr@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.
Anticipated Pay Range:
Starting salary range by academic rank, degree, and experience:
Assistant Professor: $130,000 to $185,000
Associate Professor: $150,000 to $250,000
Professor: $175,000 to $300,000
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. Final salary will be determined based on academic rank, specialty area, qualifications, years of relevant experience, internal equity, and available funding. In rare circumstances, compensation outside of the stated range may be considered for candidates with extraordinary qualifications or highly specialized expertise, consistent with University policy and applicable law. This position is exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable state law. 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. Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
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.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado 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.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
Faculty Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Feb 25, 2026
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: SSPPS Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: sop.hr@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number: 00845134
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Yes, University of Colorado sponsors H-1B visas for Professor roles, particularly in tenure-track and research-intensive positions. The university's international faculty services office manages the petition process, including filing the Labor Condition Application with the DOL and submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. Sponsorship is typically employer-initiated after a formal offer is extended.
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University of Colorado sponsors several visa categories for international faculty. H-1B is the primary work visa for tenure-track and research Professor roles. J-1 visa is commonly used for visiting scholars and postdoctoral appointments. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying academic fields. For long-term faculty, the university also supports EB-2 and EB-3 green card pathways through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications are expected for Professor roles at University of Colorado?
Tenure-track Professor positions at University of Colorado require a completed doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, an active research agenda, and a demonstrated publication record. Teaching experience at the university level is expected. Clinical or professional faculty roles may accept a terminal professional degree instead. For H-1B eligibility, the position must qualify as a specialty occupation, which a doctoral-level academic role typically satisfies under USCIS guidelines.
How do I handle the timing between a job offer and my visa start date?
H-1B cap-subject petitions have an April 1 filing window and an October 1 start date, so a faculty offer made in spring may require a delayed start or a bridge arrangement on another status. If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT or a J-1, confirm your current status expiration against the H-1B timeline. University of Colorado's international office can advise on gap coverage, but confirming the sequence early prevents costly delays.