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University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Medicine – Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine

Job Title: Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor
Position #00694785 – Requisition #39091

Job Summary:

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado! The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine is seeking applicants for full-time faculty positions at the Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level. Applicants should be enthusiastic about teaching medical and graduate students, serving as research mentors in graduate and postdoctoral training programs in Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, and becoming active members of the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, which fosters collaboration between basic, translational, and clinical researchers.

Key Responsibilities may include:

- Clinical outpatient consultations
- Inpatient consultations inclusive of day and night service in the Medical ICU
- Share on-call responsibilities with other clinical faculty to provide 24/7 coverage
- Participate in the education of medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners
- Engage in the academic mission of the Division and develop a robust research program in any of the pillar areas of the Division

Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Anschutz, CO.

Why Join Us:

Welcome to the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! We are located at Anschutz Medical Campus and are housed in the Department of Medicine under the School of Medicine. Our over 140 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System. We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents. However, we do not rest on our laurels! We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

About The University Of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

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 $704 million in research grants.

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 (based on percentage of time)
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 11/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 Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine

Sr. Instructor:

- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Minimum 0-2 years’ experience in Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care Medicine

Assistant Professor:

- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care residency training and/or minimum 2-4 years’ experience in Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care Medicine

Associate Professor:

- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Current or past faculty appointment as an Assistant or Associate Professor in an academic medical institution.
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care residency training and/or minimum 4+ years’ experience in Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care Medicine

Professor:

- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Current or past faculty appointment as an Associate Professor or Professor in an academic medical institution.
- 7+ years’ experience in Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care Medicine

Preferred Qualifications:

- The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in the development of Pulmonary Sciences or Critical Care Medicine in a community setting
- The candidate should also demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- General Internal Medicine knowledge base, advanced lung disease and critical illness-related specialized knowledge and skills
- Pulmonary Medicine, Intensive Care, or Subspecialty background

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures
- Knowledge of diagnosis in disorders and diseases of the lungs
- Ability to work independently, as well as serving as a team member
- Skilled in the use of an EMR for patient charting and all standard office software
- Ability to develop collaborative or independent research projects
- Ability to provide educational knowledge and skills to various learners

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: Natalya Cruz-Teixeira, natalya.cruz-teixeira@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:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:
- Instructor: $85,000 to $150,000
- Senior Instructor: $90,000 to $200,000
- Assistant Professor: $94,668 to $275,000
- Associate Professor: $105,180 to $300,000
- Professor: $140,028 to $450,000

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. 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: 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.

Job Category Faculty
Primary Location Aurora
Department U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule Full-time
Posting Date Feb 23, 2026
Unposting Date Ongoing
Posting Contact Name Natalya Cruz-Teixeira
Posting Contact Email Natalya.Cruz-Teixeira@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number 00694785