Professor Jobs in Colorado
Professor jobs in Colorado are concentrated in higher education, research, and professional training, with strong demand at research universities, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges serving a growing state population. The largest hiring hubs are Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins, where institutions like the University of Colorado system, Colorado State University, and Community College of Denver maintain consistent faculty openings. The most in-demand specialties include STEM disciplines, health sciences, and business. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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University of Colorado Anschutz
Job Summary:
The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology has an opening for a full-time Pediatric Anesthesiologist at the faculty rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. The chief responsibility of the department is to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical operations, painful invasive and diagnostic procedures.
The primary clinical sites for this position are the Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) hospitals located in the Denver Metro region. This premier hospital system, which has been highly ranked among pediatric hospitals for almost two decades, is a 600-bed tertiary care system, located along the front range of the Rocky Mountains. The flagship hospital is on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado with a level IV NICU and Level 1 pediatric trauma capabilities. With 4 hospitals, 16 network of care locations and more than 500 outreach clinics in over 29 cities, the CHCO network serves the children of Colorado and the 6-state surrounding region.
Key Responsibilities:
The attending pediatric anesthesiologist administers care alone or supervises physicians-in-training (residents), certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified anesthesiologist assistants. When working alone, he/she examines the patient before and after anesthesia, writes pre and post anesthesia orders, confirms that the patient is ready for anesthesia before induction, manages the anesthetic period, and follows patient as long as is appropriate in the post anesthesia period.
The position is full-time and will be assigned clinical duties in the Children’s Hospital Colorado system.
The candidate must have a strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine as well as experience in teaching Anesthesiology. To be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, the candidate will have completed ACGME fellowship training in clinical pediatric anesthesiology.
As an attending pediatric anesthesiologist, the candidate may be required to perform these services in the operating room, radiology, and in the outpatient procedure center.
As faculty members of the School of Medicine, candidates are also expected to contribute to the teaching needs of the Department and the School. This may include, but is not limited to preparing and delivering lectures, serving as a preceptor, and providing one-on-one instruction. Attending anesthesiologists, as faculty members, are also expected to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the specialty by way of clinical or laboratory research.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
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: 15/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:
Assistant Professor:
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
- All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Associate Professor:
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
- All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
- To be hired at the rank of Associate Professor, must meet the SOM’s requirements for that rank.
- If hired at the rank of Associate Professor, the candidate’s title will be designated “Visiting,” and the candidate will be required to submit their dossier through the promotions process to remove the “visiting” designation.
Professor:
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
- All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
- To be hired at the rank of Professor, must meet the SOM’s requirements for that rank.
- If hired at the rank of Professor, the candidate’s title will be designated “Visiting,” and the candidate will be required to submit their dossier through the promotions process to remove the “visiting” designation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is highly desirable and expected within 2 years of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
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:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
The base salary range/rate (or hiring range/rate) has been established based on faculty rank and is intended to compensate for scheduled daily clinical work, Monday through Friday. The base salary range/rate has been benchmarked above the 50th percentile for academic pediatric anesthesia practices for the following Pediatric Anesthesiologist positions:
Assistant Professor - $385,000
Associate Professor - $410,000
Professor - $435,000
- Variable compensation paid separately
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
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. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
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:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
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@cuanschutz.edu
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz 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.
Job Category
: FacultyPrimary Location
: AuroraSchedule
: Full-timePosting Date
: Sep 16, 2026Unposting Date
: OngoingDescription
University of Colorado Anschutz
Job Summary:
The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology has an opening for a full-time Pediatric Anesthesiologist at the faculty rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. The chief responsibility of the department is to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical operations, painful invasive and diagnostic procedures.
The primary clinical sites for this position are the Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) hospitals located in the Denver Metro region. This premier hospital system, which has been highly ranked among pediatric hospitals for almost two decades, is a 600-bed tertiary care system, located along the front range of the Rocky Mountains. The flagship hospital is on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado with a level IV NICU and Level 1 pediatric trauma capabilities. With 4 hospitals, 16 network of care locations and more than 500 outreach clinics in over 29 cities, the CHCO network serves the children of Colorado and the 6-state surrounding region.
Key Responsibilities:
The attending pediatric anesthesiologist administers care alone or supervises physicians-in-training (residents), certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified anesthesiologist assistants. When working alone, he/she examines the patient before and after anesthesia, writes pre and post anesthesia orders, confirms that the patient is ready for anesthesia before induction, manages the anesthetic period, and follows patient as long as is appropriate in the post anesthesia period.
The position is full-time and will be assigned clinical duties in the Children’s Hospital Colorado system.
The candidate must have a strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine as well as experience in teaching Anesthesiology. To be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, the candidate will have completed ACGME fellowship training in clinical pediatric anesthesiology.
As an attending pediatric anesthesiologist, the candidate may be required to perform these services in the operating room, radiology, and in the outpatient procedure center.
As faculty members of the School of Medicine, candidates are also expected to contribute to the teaching needs of the Department and the School. This may include, but is not limited to preparing and delivering lectures, serving as a preceptor, and providing one-on-one instruction. Attending anesthesiologists, as faculty members, are also expected to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the specialty by way of clinical or laboratory research.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
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: 15/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:
Assistant Professor:
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
- All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Associate Professor:
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
- All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
- To be hired at the rank of Associate Professor, must meet the SOM’s requirements for that rank.
- If hired at the rank of Associate Professor, the candidate’s title will be designated “Visiting,” and the candidate will be required to submit their dossier through the promotions process to remove the “visiting” designation.
Professor:
- Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
- All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
- To be hired at the rank of Professor, must meet the SOM’s requirements for that rank.
- If hired at the rank of Professor, the candidate’s title will be designated “Visiting,” and the candidate will be required to submit their dossier through the promotions process to remove the “visiting” designation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is highly desirable and expected within 2 years of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
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:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
The base salary range/rate (or hiring range/rate) has been established based on faculty rank and is intended to compensate for scheduled daily clinical work, Monday through Friday. The base salary range/rate has been benchmarked above the 50th percentile for academic pediatric anesthesia practices for the following Pediatric Anesthesiologist positions:
Assistant Professor - $385,000
Associate Professor - $410,000
Professor - $435,000
- Variable compensation paid separately
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
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. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
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:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
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@cuanschutz.edu
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz 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.
Job Category
: FacultyPrimary Location
: AuroraSchedule
: Full-timePosting Date
: Sep 16, 2026Unposting Date
: OngoingSee All 57 Professor Jobs in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
- University of Colorado23
- Univeristy Of Colorado Boulder7
- Colorado Mesa University6
- Metropolitan State University of Denver6
- Colorado Christian University5
Top Industries Hiring
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs across Colorado.
- Terminal degree (PhD or MFA) in the relevant discipline required
- Demonstrated university-level teaching experience in the subject area
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output
- Experience advising undergraduate or graduate students in an academic setting
- Ability to contribute to departmental service, committees, and curriculum development
- Evidence of inclusive pedagogy and experience with diverse student populations
Professor Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a professor in Colorado?
Most Colorado colleges and universities require a terminal degree in your field, typically a PhD or MFA, though some community colleges and professional programs accept a master's degree plus substantial industry experience. Colorado has no state-issued teaching license for college-level instructors, so hiring decisions rest with individual institutions. Candidates typically build a competitive file through peer-reviewed publications, teaching evaluations, and letters of recommendation before entering the academic job market.
Which companies hire professors in Colorado?
Colorado professor roles are posted by University of Colorado, Univeristy Of Colorado Boulder, and Colorado Mesa University and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's public university system and its many accredited private colleges together represent the largest and most consistent source of faculty openings in the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most professor jobs?
Aurora, Denver, and Boulder hold the most professor openings in Colorado. Denver drives volume through its large metropolitan campuses and community college network, Boulder concentrates research-focused faculty roles at a flagship research university, and Fort Collins supports consistent hiring at a major land-grant institution with strong STEM and agricultural programs.
Are there remote professor jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many professor roles involve in-person lectures, labs, and student advising. About 21% of professor openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting growth in online degree programs. Fully remote positions are most prevalent in online-focused programs covering writing, business, and select social science disciplines.
How can I get hired as a professor in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an adjunct or visiting instructor position, which Colorado community colleges and regional universities regularly post for candidates who are ABD or newly credentialed. Institutions like Colorado Mountain College and Arapahoe Community College actively hire part-time instructors, and those roles often convert to full-time searches. Candidates strengthen their applications with a teaching portfolio, a sample syllabus, and any graduate teaching assistantship record from their doctoral program.
Where can I find and apply to professor jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to professor jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado faculty openings across disciplines and institution types. Search the listings, find the roles that match your field and experience level, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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