Immunology Faculty Opportunity - Denver, CO

Department of Immunology and Genomic Medicine

Open Rank

National Jewish Health is conducting a search for a new faculty member at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level in the Department of Immunology and Genomic Medicine. Candidates with a background in translational or basic immunology are encouraged to apply. Of particular interest are candidates with a research program that focuses on immunology in the lung. Opportunities to interface with clinical programs are available.

Qualified candidates will:

• Have a PhD and/or MD degree along with substantial postdoctoral training
• Have a strong publication record
• Carry out innovative basic or translational research
• Participate in the training of graduate and medical students
• Develop an extramurally funded research program with national recognition

Department of Immunology and Genomic Medicine (DIGM):

The Department of Immunology and Genomic Medicine (DIGM), Chaired by Dr. Derek Abbott, offers a highly interactive, collegial and exciting research environment with world-renowned programs in innate and adaptive immunity, autoimmunity, infectious disease, genomics, and bioinformatics. DIGM was founded in 2014 and consists of 20 primary faculty and 10 secondary faculty. Within DIGM, many faculty are closely affiliated with the Center for Genes Health Environment at NJH, and also obtain joint appointments at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU-AMC) including the Department of Immunology and Microbiology. Faculty are actively involved in various PhD programs at CU-AMC which provides access to top PhD students from across the country. Our assets include excellent core facilities in flow cytometry, microscopy (including live imaging), genomics, and lipidomics, as well as an outstanding animal facility and mouse genetics core facility. At NJH, unparalleled opportunities exist for collaboration with physician scientists whose interests lie in asthma, allergy, lung cancer, infectious disease, autoimmunity, and COPD, as well as other aspects of pulmonary medicine. A program of human genetics and genomics, with associated human biobank, facilitates translational research.

National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Founded over 125 years ago as a nonprofit hospital, National Jewish Health today is the only facility in the world dedicated exclusively to groundbreaking medical research and treatment of patients with respiratory, cardiac, immune and related disorders. Patients and families come to National Jewish Health from around the world to receive cutting-edge, comprehensive, coordinated care.

National Jewish Health has been named a top 10 hospital in the pulmonology category for the 27th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report on its 2023-24 list of best hospitals in the nation. National Jewish Health has been among the top hospitals in this category every year that pulmonology has been evaluated.

National Jewish Health also was recognized by U.S. News & World Report this year as “High Performing,” the highest rating available for conditions in the Common Adult Conditions and Procedures, in three categories: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Cancer Surgery and Pneumonia.

Since 2011, U.S. News & World Report has ranked National Jewish Health together with its longtime academic affiliate UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital.

Breathing Science is Life

Our mission since 1899 is to heal, to discover, and to educate as a preeminent health care institution. We serve by providing the best integrated and innovative care for patients and their families; by understanding and finding cures for the diseases we research; and, by educating and training the next generation of health care professionals to be leaders in medicine and science.

Our vision is to strengthen and enhance our role as the global leader in the treatment and research of respiratory, cardiovascular, rheumatologic, autoimmune, inflammatory and immunologic diseases. We pursue this vision by pioneering personalized health and medicine programs, which embrace the paradigm shift from reactive medicine to proactive and preventive health delivery. Through our efforts, we pursue the discovery of cures for patients who seek treatment, and we bring new knowledge and innovation to help people worldwide.

When you join National Jewish Health, you’re contributing to our outstanding history by working to extend our excellence into the future.

Living in Denver

Denver has it all: thriving city center, distinctive neighborhoods, great schools, unsurpassed sporting opportunities, outstanding restaurants, great shopping, and premier arts and culture. Denver has been voted one of the best places for singles, having and raising a family and relocation. Our city benefits from a mild climate and a wealth of recreational activities, making it the perfect environment for energetic individuals. Denver is a progressive city full of educational and cultural opportunities, making it the ideal home for enthusiastic minds. With over 300 days of sunshine, there is always something to do.

Benefits:

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.

Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

Starting Salary Range $125,000 with upper range dependent upon experience and rank.

National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution and is a longstanding cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community. National Jewish Health seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support the mission, vision and values of the Institution. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, marital, familial or parental status, genetic information, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification. We are a tobacco and fragrance free environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by clicking 'Apply on Website' or visiting: https://jobsnationaljewish.hctsportals.com/jobs/2066942-faculty-position-dept-of-immunology-and-genomic-medicine-open-rank

Alternatively, candidates may send their CV and cover letter and research statement to: Monica Kiger, Faculty, Physician and APP Recruiter, kigerm@njhealth.org, 303-398-1448.

CV, Cover letter (including Brief highlight of funding) and 2-3 page research statement is required to be considered. Please combine your cover letter and research statement into one document on the application or send all documents to kigerm@njhealth.org.