University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery
Job Title:Open Rank: Professor Series (Auditory & Vestibular Function Research)
Position # Requisition #38123
Job Summary: The Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery ( in conjunction with the Department of Physiology & Biophysics ( invite applications for a tenure eligible faculty position at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (UC-AMC) in Aurora Colorado. This joint hire seeks to expand and synergize research directions within the Hearing and Balance group at the UC-AMC. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with the group which includes several NIH-funded investigators with broad interests in mechanisms associated with auditory and vestibular function from animal models to humans and includes Drs Agrawal Greene Klug Manchaiah Peng Rennie Santos-Cortez Tollin Uhler and others.
The ideal candidate for the position will have a Ph.D. MD or MD/PhD degree and will lead an active extramurally funded research program focused on central /cortical mechanisms of auditory and/or vestibular function. Applications are encouraged from individuals using cutting edge technologies incorporating techniques such as in vivo Ca2 imaging electrophysiology bioengineering brain computer/machine interfaces neuromodulation and/or computational approaches.
The appointee will have the opportunity to participate in the Department of Otolaryngologys NIDCD R25 training program which is led by Dr. Yuri Agrawal (Chair of the Department) and Dr. Sue Kinnamon. The recruit will also be well positioned to join the UC-AMCs vibrant cross-departmental Neuroscience Graduate Training Program which has > 100 faculty members conducting basic and clinical research. Notable areas of strength within these programs include sensory neuroscience and synaptic plasticity. Outstanding collaborative opportunities and core facilities exist at the medical campus to facilitate translational research including a recently renewed NIH CTSA program. Effective mentoring will be provided for junior and mid-career faculty. This position includes a start-up package and laboratory space at the UC-AMC in Aurora CO.
The appointee will also join a vibrant and growing Department of Physiology & Biophysics under the leadership of Dr. David DiGregorio with a commitment to mentoring faculty in an inclusive environment. Research strengths in the Department relevant for this position are systems neuroscience (auditory visual and motor) brain computer interface and computational neuroscience. Research topics range from muscle physiology circuit basis of motor control visual system and importantly the auditory system.
The collaboration between the two thriving departments to support this position highlights a unique opportunity for establishing transformative translational research programs that create novel therapeutic opportunities.
The UC-AMC hosts a vibrant research community. Students benefit from NIH-supported interdepartmental graduate programs and centers (e.g. Neuroscience Pharmacology Structural Biology Human Medical Genetics Computational Biology Bioengineering and Biochemistry programs). The appointee will be able to interact with affiliated Faculty within the Departments of Bioinformatics on campus and Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at the CU Boulder campus.
Work Location: This position is expected to work onsite in Aurora CO.
Why Join Us: | The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working value the ability to engage effectively with a wide variety of students faculty and staff. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university. With award-winning and renowned clinical and research faculty the academic reputation of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive clinical research and training programs. Our world-class healthcare facilities well-established partnerships in business industry and across the community drive excellence across our missions. The Denver Metro area and Colorado offer highly desirable quality of life owing to the weather access to the outdoors and thriving tech and higher education sectors and the region has been growing rapidly over the last decade fueling the corresponding growth of the University of Colorado health system. 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:
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:
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Preferred Qualifications: Preferred qualifications are the same for all ranks:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: To be successful in this position candidates will need the following:
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How to Apply: | For full consideration please submit the following document(s):
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to: Carly Moses |
Screening of Applications Begins: | Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by December 312025. |
Anticipated Pay Range: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: | The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: We note that the ranges below reflect the base (fixed) salary ranges in alignment with AAMC Benchmarks by each rank for PhD or other Doctoral Degree in Otolaryngology (25th percentile AAMC). Assistant Professor: $107000 - $125000 Associate Professor: $135000 - $154000 Professor: $150000 - $190000 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 Universitys 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. |
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 . |
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