"Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor – Clinical Breast Oncology Program"

Job Details

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: DOM/Medical Oncology
Job Title: Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor – Clinical Breast Oncology Program
Position #: 00842865– Requisition #:38617

Job Summary:

The Division of Medical Oncology is seeking to recruit an outstanding mid-career academic clinical physician to join a robust and growing breast cancer oncology program. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in breast medical oncology as well as general oncology knowledge and have an interest in clinical research in breast cancer. Candidates with an interest in clinical administration and/or quality measures will be given high priority. The candidate must have excellent clinical skills and be comfortable taking care of breast cancer from early to late stages. The candidate will be expected to work with a large team of clinicians, administrators, and staff across multiple care sites and in a multidisciplinary format. The candidate will be potentially eligible for the Clinical Program Lead for Breast Medical Oncology, based on experience and interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• See patients diagnosed with or at risk for breast cancer in our Anschutz clinic location [approximately 2.5-3 days/week].
• Participate in the breast cancer multidisciplinary clinic 1-2 sessions/week.
• Serve in the inpatient rotation for coverage of the medical oncology consult and/or inpatient service.
• Enroll patients to available clinical trials and lead clinical trials, either pharma, cooperative group, and/or investigator lead, across the consortium.
• Participation in national clinical breast research through the NCTN mechanism is expected.
• As the clinical lead for the breast medical oncology program the position will report to the Co-Director of the Diane O'Connor Thompson Breast Cancer, Dr. Borges, and will have the following additional responsibilities:
  • Moderate tumor board(s) and clinical programmatic conferences, with the goal of ensuring adherence to evidenced based care, multidisciplinary clinical pathways, and reduce care variation.
  • Assist with the monitoring of performance metrics of the clinical program, including performing annual reviews and periodic performance reviews required for the med onc breast program.
  • Assist with Mid-Career reviews for faculty of the Breast Medical Oncology program, as well as APP and clinical faculty promotions.
  • Work in partnership with the Medical Oncology Co-Director and the Clinical Practice Manage of the of Diane O'Connor Thompson Breast Cancer to enhance operational efficiency including clinic personnel issues where appropriate.
  • Participate in the integration of the academic mission into all sites of care and specific performance improvement projects.
  • Oversee the Breast Joint Operations Committee and participate in the organization of the annual meeting(s) and determination of annual JOC clinical goals and QI projects.
  • Be available to the clinical nurse navigator and nursing staff for the specific disease program for any specific new patient intake questions and coordination.
  • Be available to the Care Clinic and Inpatient Consult serve for assistance with de novo patient presentations undergoing workup with a probable breast cancer diagnosis and work with the clinical staff and providers to ensure timeline import of these patients into their longitudinal clinical care.
  • Participate in Cancer Center Operations Council for improvement of Clinical Quality, Patient Safety, Efficiency, and overall Satisfaction of the Cancer Center, as well as attendance at local and regional cancer operations and leadership meetings when requested.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Clinical responsibilities may also be based at one of our satellite clinics, all of which are in the Denver metro area.

Why Join Us:

CU Anschutz is an academic medical campus at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine, and healthcare. From heart disease to cancer, Alzheimer's to COVID-19, our campus and collaborative partnerships advance the life-changing discoveries of tomorrow. We educate 4,500 degree-seeking future health professionals and see over 2 million patient visits annually with $704 million in annual research grants. In the Department of Medicine alone, we have more than 1,000 faculty, 192 residents and 200 fellows distributed in 14 divisions, our clinical, research and academic programs attract the best providers, investigators, staff, and students from around the world who are transforming the future of health care.

In Medical Oncology, our faculty are acknowledged both nationally and internationally for their innovative work in cancer research, resulting in regular collaborations with a variety of institutions globally in addition to collaborations with colleagues within our own division and institution.

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

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate, must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.
• Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.
• Board certified in Oncology

Associate Professor

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate, must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.
• Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.
• Board certified in Oncology
• 5-12 years of experience and achievement in clinical activity, research, and education.

Professor:

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate, must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.
• Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.
• Board certified in Oncology
• 12+ years of experience and achievement in clinical activity, research, and education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience specifically in breast oncology in a clinical setting
• Mid-career oncologist

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and commitment to fostering equitable and welcoming environments

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: Stephanie Fields, stephanie.n.fields@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by February 1, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $220,000-245,000

Associate Professor: $270,000-295,000

Professor: $310,000-325,000