Faculty Position in Lung Immunology and Inflammation Research - Open Rank MD MDPhD PhD Assistant Professor Associate Professor Professor
Faculty Position in Lung Immunology and Inflammation Research - Open Rank MD MDPhD PhD Assistant Professor Associate Professor Professor
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:Medicine Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care
Job Title: Faculty Position in Lung Immunology and Inflammation Research Open Rank MD MD/PhD PhD (Assistant Professor Associate Professor Professor)
Position #Requisition #35584
Job Summary:
The Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine at the Anschutz Medical Campus of the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking highly motivated and accomplished scientists for fulltime faculty positions. Successful candidates will join a collaborative and multidisciplinary team focused on advancing respiratory health that applies to asthma chronic obstructive pulmonary disease cystic fibrosis lung cancer pulmonary fibrosis respiratory infections and transplant medicine.
The faculty member and research team will participate in a translational airway research program that addresses focus areas above in the context of host defense epithelial biology and immune responses in the airways. Joint appointments in other basic science departments may be available.
Key Responsibilities may include:
- Lead an independent research program with a wellfunded research portfolio that is sustained through extramural grant acquisition.
- Collaborate with basic science and clinical researchers to drive translational research that bridges discovery and application and fosters development of multiinvestigator programs.
- Publish groundbreaking innovative research in peerreviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to trainees and junior faculty.
- Contribute to the academic mission of the Division and the Institution through teaching curriculum development and service on committees.
- Participate in established Denver citywide programs that include the University and affiliates.
Why Join Us:
About the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine
The Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine isin the Department of Medicine within the School of Medicine. Over 140 Division 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.
The Division has a long and illustrious history which includes many seminal discoveries in tuberculosis interstitial lung disease airway disease cancer and critical care. We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and associated training programs and as a result we have seen tremendous and sustained growth.
About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campusis a worldclass medical destination at the forefront of transformative science medicine educationand patient care. The campusencompassesthe University of Colorado health professional schools more than 60 centers and institutes and two nationally ranked independenthospitalsUCHealth University of Colorado HospitalandChildrens Hospital Coloradothat treatmore than two million adult and pediatric patients each interconnected and highly collaborative the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campusdelivers lifechangingtreatments patient care and professional training and conducts worldrenowned research fueled by over $705 million in research more information .
Why work for the University
We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional 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.
Equal 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 workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
The Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment engage with diverse perspectives through a growth mindset and maximize the success and inclusion of all trainees staff and faculty. We are committed to creating a healthy work environment that values and promotes wellbeing of our trainees staff and faculty. Though we are a large division we are continuously fostering our supportive community that values diversity and inclusion.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
This is an open rank position. Candidate will be hired at the rank of Assistant Associate or Full Professor (tenured or tenuretrack) commensurate with background experience and records of success.
PhD Candidates:
Assistant Professor:
- PhD degree with minimum of 2 years of research experience in basic and translational lung immunology cell biology or a related field of respiratory research
Associate Professor:
- Current or past faculty appointment as an Assistant Associate Professor or equivalent in an academic institution
- PhD degree with at least 4 years of experience leading a research group in basic and translational lung immunology cell biology or a related field of respiratory research
Professor:
- Current or past faculty appointment as an Associate Professor Professor or equivalent in an academic institution
- PhDdegree with at least 7 years of experience leading a research group in basic and translational lung immunology cell biology or a related field of respiratory research
MD or MD/PhD Candidates:
Assistant Professor:
- MD MD/PhD or equivalent degree with minimum of 2 years of research experience in basic and translational lung immunology cell biology or a related field of respiratory research
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
Associate Professor:
- Current or past faculty appointment as an Assistant Associate Professor or equivalent in an academic institution
- MD MD/PhD or equivalent degree with at least 4 years of experience leading a research group in basic and translational lung immunology cell biology or a related field of respiratory research
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
Professor:
- Current or past faculty appointment as an Associate Professor Professor or equivalent in an academic institution
- MD MD/PhD or equivalent degree with at least 7 years of experience leading a research group in basic and translational lung immunology cell biology or a related field of respiratory research
- Medical Degree from an accredited school of medicine
- Completion of Pulmonary Sciences or Internal Medicine Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
- Board Eligible or Certification in Pulmonary Science or Critical Care Medicine
- Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidate must demonstrate excellence in research
- Expertise in airway epithelial cell and molecular biology and omics approaches
- Expertise in translational lung research related to the diseases above
- Experience with clinical research and the ability to bridge basic science findings with clinical applications
- Proven track record of peerreviewed publications and successful grant acquisition
- Team leadership experience
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to develop collaborative or independent research projects
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment
- Excellent communication interpersonal leadership and mentorship skills
- Effectiveness in grantwriting
- Ability to provide educational knowledge and skills to various learners
- MD or MD/PhD candidates: knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures; diagnosis of disorders and diseases of the lungs
How to Apply:
For full consideration please submit the following document(s):
- A cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Two page overview of prior and future research
- Five professional references including name address phone number and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
Questions should be directed to: Natalya CruzTeixeira
Screening of Applications Begins:
This is an ongoing search for multiple positions/ranks and screening will begin immediately. This posting will close May 15 2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor: $90744 to $250000
Associate Professor: $98868 to $300000
Professor: $132864 to $350000
The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys 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 nonexempt.
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: Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodation 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 .
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 COVID19 virus and othervaccine 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 theoccupational health medical surveillance program.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
