Share on-call responsibilities with the other GC faculty in
their clinical group.
Participate in the education of genetic counseling graduate
students, residents, medical students, and fellows.
- Genetic counseling support of various specialty clinics.
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Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, CO
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz is a public education,
clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and is a
world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing
science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42
highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and
receives over $757 million in research awards each year. We are the
single largest health professions education provider in Colorado,
awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our
award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for
academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives
innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of
unparalleled patient care.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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.
· Graduated from an accredited genetic counseling program
· ABGC board certified or Board eligible with board certification
attained within 10 months of graduation
Condition of Employment:
· Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital
Colorado
· Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background
check
*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing
requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at
720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to
Children's 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:
· ABGC Board Certified with one-year relevant experience
· Pediatric practice experience
· 1 year experience involved in Human Subjects Research
· Certification of training for Human Subjects Research (CITI, or
equivalent)
· Experience working with patients and families with genetic causes
of autism, epilepsy, and/or developmental disabilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical
operations and procedures.
· Ability to develop and present educational information to
patients as well as to professionals.
· Ability to provide genetic counseling, and technical information
in a comprehensive, understandable, nondirective manner to patients
and families.
· Ability to work independently as well as serving as a team
member.
· Ability to gather data and prepare reports.
· Skilled in communication, both oral and written.
· Skilled in establishing priorities.
· Requires ability to travel via car to outreach clinics.
· Ability to develop collaborative or independent
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
www.cu.edu/cu-careers .
Questions should be directed to:
katherine.2.copeland@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by December 15, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (
or hiring range ) for this
position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:
$80,000 - $94,000
The above hiring range represents the University's 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:
http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Equal 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
hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu
.
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 other
vaccine 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 the
occupational health medical surveillance program .
