Partner with the Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs and the Vice
Chair of Education to develop a mentorship program and
opportunities for development of research-focused faculty. These
efforts will include developing and refining novel early and
mid-career support programs, bridge funding programs, exploring
PSTP program and other efforts to ensure recruitment, retention and
success for clinician scientists, laboratory scientists, and other
researchers within the Department.
Partner with the Vice Chair of Education in the implementation
and management of Research Related Training grants to include a T32
and R25.
Advise on the recruitment of research fellows, staff, and
faculty with the Chair
Mentor residents, research fellows, and/or graduate
students.
Oversee and advise on departmental research efforts with an
emphasis on forming and encouraging scientific collaborations, with
the goal of increasing publications and funded research. Interface
with other departments desiring to conduct studies regarding
collaboration on new and existing projects, building and enhancing
collaborative relationships across the enterprise.
Support the Resident Program by actively engaging and
supporting resident’s research efforts including active involvement
in the annual Resident Research Day.
Participate actively in departmental committees including
Executive Committee, Faculty Search Committees, and Residency
Search and Review Committees.
In conjunction with the Research (Administrative) Program
Director, track total number of research projects and clinical
trials that are being conducted and work with members of the
Department of Otolaryngology faculty to increase these activities
on an ongoing basis.
Partner with leaders in informatics and innovations within the
SOM and the campus to expand the role these critical fields play in
otolaryngology research.
Partner closely with Department and SOM Quality Improvement
efforts to integrate research in quality improvement and patient
safety to advance medicine and improve patient outcomes.
Enhance the communication of research activities and findings
in the Department
Lead an annual departmental research retreat to continually
evaluate and evolve Department research strategy and tactics
Work Location: This role is expected to work onsite and is
located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks
individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive
learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage
effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse
backgrounds.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a
comprehensive urban research university. With award-winning and
renowned clinical and research faculty, the academic reputation of
the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the
Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is well
known for its distinctive and highly productive clinical, research,
and training programs. Our world-class healthcare facilities,
well-established partnerships in business, industry and across the
community drive excellence across our missions. The Denver Metro
area and Colorado offer highly desirable quality of life owing to
the weather, access to the outdoors, and thriving tech and higher
education sectors, and the region has been growing rapidly over the
last decade, fueling the corresponding growth of the University of
Colorado health system.
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
- 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 .
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 non-discrimination 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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet
minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Associate
Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as
indicated below:
Associate Professor:
- 4+ years of experience in a comparable Department of
Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery and be at the rank of
Associate Professor or above
- 2+ years of leadership experience at a divisional, hospital, or
department level in a research-related role with a focus comparable
to this position
- History of successful NIH funding, publications, and
mentorship
- Proven experience in all aspects of research operations
including, but not limited to, laboratory personnel and space
management, clinical trials, grant development, budget and resource
management, faculty and personnel management
- Doctor of Medicine degree with Board Certified in
Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
- Or PhD in laboratory-based bench research
Professor:
- 7+ years of experience in a comparable Department of
Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery and be at the rank of
Professor or above
- 2+ years of leadership experience at a divisional, hospital, or
department level in a research-related role with a focus comparable
to this position
- History of successful NIH funding, publications, and
mentorship
- Proven experience in all aspects of research operations
including, but not limited to, laboratory personnel and space
management, clinical trials, grant development, budget and resource
management, faculty and personnel management
- Doctor of Medicine degree with Board Certified in
Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
- Or PhD in laboratory-based bench research
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications are the same for all ranks:
- Demonstrated commitment to developing a cutting-edge,
multi-disciplinary research program for a department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To be successful in this position, candidates will need the
following:
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt easily to
change
- Great attention to detail and quality
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with other faculty and staff at all levels throughout
the institution
- Strong history of collaboration
- Outstanding communication skills, advanced organizational
skills, and compassion for patients.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as
they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- 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: Carly Moses,
carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening begins immediately and continues until position is
filled. For best consideration please apply by September 1,
2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (
or hiring range) for this
position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:
This position is expected to receive between 25-40% of a full-time
FTE funded by the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck
Surgery. The ideal candidate will be expected to be active in their
respective research or clinical areas within which they will spend
the balance of their time.
We note that the ranges below reflect the
base (fixed)
salary ranges in alignment with AAMC Benchmarks by each rank
(~25
th percentile AAMC).
Associate Professor : The salary
range for this position has been established at $150,000 -
$300,000.
Professor : The salary range for this position has been
established at $175,000 - $350,000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set
based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to,
internal equity, experience, education, specialty and
training.
The above salary range (
or hiring range) represents the
University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting, and does not reflect
additional incentive-based compensation opportunity.
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
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 .