Job Title: Pathology Informatics Specialist (Pathologist and Laboratory Medicine Informaticist) Assistant Professor
Position # Requisition #38771:
Job Summary: | The Department of Pathology is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Pathologist Informatics Specialist (Informatician) at the rank of Assistant Professor. The Informatician will collaborate with pathologists and staff at professional technical and administrative levels to provide informatics support for the anatomic pathology molecular diagnostics and cytogenetics laboratories that are owned and operated by the University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Pathology. Additionally the pathologist Informatician will support informatics efforts for the clinical pathology laboratory services at the University of Colorado Hospital. Candidates with additional fellowship training or sub specialization will have an opportunity to practice in other areas of interest. This position is full time academic and requires on site work based at the Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora CO. The Pathologist Informatician duties will include but are not limited to: Provide leadership in all phases of the information systems lifecycle including management change control evaluation and improvement of existing systems and selection and implementation of new systems. Ensure that the Departments laboratory information systems and information technology meet regulatory requirements of accrediting agencies affiliated hospital systems and the University of Colorado including security of software and hardware systems. Apply data standards for storing laboratory and pathology information required by the College of American Pathologists and other regulatory and accrediting bodies Guide or perform evaluation implementation and validation of digital imaging systems such as whole slide imaging telepathology and digital image analysis software Collaborate closely with LIS IT laboratory integrated practice and departmental staff as well as departmental leadership and administration to ensure fidelity and security of data mining and analysis of data compliance and quality of data and departmental medical practice Work closely with the UCHealth CMIO and their clinical informatics teams as well as departmental Vice Chair of Administration/DFA and IT faculty and staff to address system-level laboratory informatics needs and projects Promote an environment of continuous improvement in laboratory information systems and information technology for the Department of Pathology CU Medicine the School of Medicine and affiliated hospital systems. Regular participation as an attending for one or more clinical services of the department is required and will be based on the Pathologist Informatician s interests and departmental needs. The successful candidate will have principal responsibility for the education of pathology residents in informatics and is also expected to contribute to scholarly presentations publications editorial works and independent research activities. | |
Work Location: | Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO. | |
Why Join Us: | Welcome to the Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation lifelong learning and a balance of personal and professional addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine. 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. | |
Qualifications: | Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) The successful candidate must be board certified in Anatomic Pathology and/or Clinical Pathology in addition to being Clinical Informatics board certified/board eligible or have completed a Pathology Informatics fellowship or have attained the equivalent experience to a fellowship in an academic setting. Preferred Qualifications: At least one year post-informatics fellowship practice experience is strongly desired. Additional fellowships in other areas of clinical or anatomic pathology in addition to informatics may be favored if a good fit for departmental clinical practice. Additional undergraduate or graduate degrees or experience in computing big data analysis security management of IT staff and other related areas will be considered positively towards recruitment. | |
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 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address | |
Screening of Applications Begins: | Immediately and continues until 1/26/2026. | |
Anticipated Pay Range: | The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $210000 to $270000 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 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: 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 . | |
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 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 addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program. |
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