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Job Summary:

Department of Pediatrics, Section of Endocrinology has an opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice position. The Section is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Endocrinologist to provide comprehensive subspecialty care and support continued growth in outpatient endocrinology services. The position is primarily clinical and is intended to support increasing referral volumes, improve patient access, and provide timely, high-quality endocrine care to a growing pediatric population. 

The Section of Endocrinology is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care, education, and academic achievement and serves a growing regional referral population. The CU School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics Section of Endocrinology is consistently recognized for excellence in patient care, research and education, ranking in the top 10 of Pediatric Endocrinology Programs for over 10 years in the USWNT ranking. The vision for the Section is to cultivate endocrine knowledge today, to create the care of tomorrow. This vision guides complementary efforts in patient care, research, education and advocacy. The section seeks a faculty member committed to advancing this vision. 

The section provides patient care in a quaternary Children's Hospital serving a 7-state region, with an active consult service. The section participates in over 10 multidisciplinary clinics, providing state-of-the-art, collaborative care to patients across the region. Inpatient consult service is provided at the Anschutz Medical Campus. Outpatient care for pediatric patients with endocrine disorders occurs in clinical sites across the Denver metro area in the Children’s Hospital Colorado Network of Care (NOC). Regional outreach clinics expand the reach of the Pediatric Endocrine Section. Care for children with type 1 diabetes is managed by the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes. 

The Section of Pediatric Endocrinology has a well-established Pediatric Endocrine Fellowship, allowing for opportunities to work with motivated Pediatric Endocrine Fellows. The section provides education in Pediatric Endocrinology for Pediatric Residents, medical students, CHA-PA students and NP students at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

Key Responsibilities:

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

·         Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric endocrinology services.

·         Maintain approximately seven half-day clinics weekly.

·         Evaluate and manage pediatric endocrine conditions including thyroid disorders, growth disorders, adrenal disease, bone and mineral disorders, pituitary disorders, and disorders of puberty.

·         Participate in inpatient endocrine consultation services and shared call coverage.

·         Teach medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health learners.

·         Participate in quality improvement, clinical research, and scholarly activities.

·         Contribute to multidisciplinary programs and institutional committees.

·         Support efforts to improve patient access and clinical outcomes.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children’s Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.

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%25 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.

·         MD, DO, or equivalent degree.

·         Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.

·         Completion of an accredited Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship.

·         Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology.

·         Eligible for medical licensure in Colorado and credentialing at Children's Hospital Colorado.

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:

·         Academic teaching experience.

·         Participation in quality improvement and outcomes research.

·         Record of presentations, publications, or scholarly achievement.

·         Experience working in multidisciplinary pediatric specialty programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Expertise in pediatric endocrine disorders.

·         Ability to provide patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary academic environment.

·         Strong teaching, communication, and interpersonal skills.

·         Ability to participate in quality improvement and scholarly work.

·         Commitment to professionalism, patient safety, and collaboration.

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: [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continue until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 9/15/2026

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$185,000 - $210,000

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 [email protected] .

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.