Associate Professor

Job Summary:

This position will provide clinical care for patients with general neurological disorders primarily in the inpatient service. The position will include clinical research service and teaching. Clinical responsibilities include participation in the outpatient general neurology clinic 18-24 weeks of inpatient service to divided between neurocritical care and general neurology.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

4-10 weeks of Neuro-Hospitalist service
4-10 weeks of Neuro Critical Care Service
No more than 24 weeks of combined inpatient service (as outlined above) including a maximum of 8 weekends of call per year that fulfills your annual cFTE expectations
Outpatient clinics that in addition to any inpatient weeks of service fulfills your annual cFTE expectations as set by the Department of Pediatrics
Care coordination with Primary Care providers as well as with multidisciplinary team members (dietitians psychologists and medical providers)
You may be asked to provide weekend coverage of the South or North campus
You may be asked to provide clinical care services at Childrens Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Main Campus and/or Network of Care facilities across the Denver metro area
You may be asked to provide clinical care at outreach clinics as well as hold telehealth clinics
Attend monthly faculty meetings
Provide academic support through the training of fellows residents and medical students
Attend relevant conferences and continuing education opportunities
Mentorship: Contribute to mentorship arrangements for faculty in Pediatrics and/or Neurology
Education: Participate in the educational goals of the section which include teaching supervision and mentorship

Clinical Program Medical Director Regional Program time (0.20 FTE):

You are being provided 0.20 FTE protected time in support on your efforts as focused on the development of pediatric neurologys regional care program and towards the development of your academic career plans. Specific activities will be as follows:
Participate in administrative and professional development activities of the Section of Neurology.
Engage and effectively collaborate with clinical faculty and trainees from other schools departments and divisions across the Anschutz Medical Campus.
Provide strategic and clinical leadership for Neurologys regional and external consultation services ensuring alignment with CHCO and CU Anschutz priorities.
Partner with section regional and institutional leaders to expand access optimize care delivery models and support sustainable program growth.
Oversee clinical operations provider engagement and business planning to support high-quality care faculty recruitment and long-term funding strategies.

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz ranks among the top institutions nationally in clinical care education and research. Its 230-acre campus designed to enhance collaboration and interprofessional education hosts the College of Nursing; the Schools of Dental Medicine Medicine Pharmacy and Public Health; the Graduate School; a Health Sciences Library; and two hospitals.

The University of Colorado Anschutz is a public research university serving more than 18000 students. We award nearly 4000 degrees each year including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation award-winning faculty and renowned researchers we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The university receives over $757 million in research awards each addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at CU Anschutz in Aurora Colo. a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at CU Denver our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denverone of Americas most vibrant urban centers. CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic professional community recreational and cultural outlets.

A national leader in health care and life sciences CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora Colo. it is one of the newest education research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patients bedside.

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 (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.

Associate Professor:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Board

• Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child
  Neurology.

• 0-4 years of experience as an attending physician and academic
  qualifications to fulfill requirements of associate professor rank.

• Experience with program development teaching or research
  commensurate with associate professor rank

• Examples of scholarship commensurate with associate professor
  rank

• DEA certificate

Condition of Employment:

Must successfully pass a drug test through Childrens Hospital Colorado

Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Childrens Hospital drug testing requirements please contact Childrens Human Resources at . Some positions may require testing if access to Childrens Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional training and expertise in child neuromuscular care.
Interest and experience in clinical research.
Interest and experience in clinical trials.
Interest and experience in education of medical students residents/fellows
Experience in leading regional clinical programs

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication skills.
Broad knowledge and clinical skills in general pediatric neurology and neuromuscular disorders.

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to: David Spatt

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by 8/15/26.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Associate Professor: $220000 - $260000

The above 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.

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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.