Job Summary:

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado! 

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time Interventional Pulmonologist (IP) at the Associate or Professor level to lead the Interventional Pulmonary Program at the University of Colorado. Applicants should have significant experience in interventional pulmonary with strong clinical, procedural and leadership skills. The applicants should also be enthusiastic about teaching fellows and residents within the postdoctoral training programs of the University. The successful candidate will become active members of the Department of Medicine, which fosters collaboration between basic, translational, and clinical researchers. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Directing and growing the Interventional Pulmonary program at CU
• Procedural responsibilities within the area of interventional pulmonology.
• Clinical inpatient and outpatient consultations

• Participate in the education of medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners
• Engage in the academic mission of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division, the Center for Lungs and Breathing and the Department of Medicine 

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

About the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine

Thank you for your interest in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! Our over 140 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents.

We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu. 

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
• 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.

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:

• An MD or DO is required

• Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, and have completed an Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship

• Scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the School of Medicine 

• Two – four years experience

Associate Professor:

• An MD or DO is required
• Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, and have completed an Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship
• Scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Associate Professor level in the School of Medicine 
• Current or past faculty appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor; minimum 4+ years experience

Professor:

• An MD or DO is required
• Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, and have completed an Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship
• Scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Professor level in the School of Medicine 
• Current or past faculty position appointment as Associate Professor or Professor; 7+ years experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstration of strong clinical and academic leadership skills
• The candidate should also demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• The candidate should have a growth mindset regarding the IP program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent procedural IP skills
• Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures
• Ability to work independently, as well as serving as a team member
• Skilled in the use of an EMR for patient charting and all standard office software
• Ability to develop collaborative or independent research projects
• Ability to provide educational knowledge and skills to various learners 

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: Todd Bull at [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $94,668 to $250,000 

Associate Professor: $105,180 to $300,000 

Professor: $140,028 to $350,000 

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. 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.