Open Rank – Assistant to Associate Professor

cu; Aurora; On-site; PHP 21,971,000 - 31,387,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking an MD for an Open Rank – Assistant to Associate Professor in Medical Oncology. The primary site is Highlands Ranch Medical Center with cross-coverage at Lone Tree and possibly Cherry Creek.

Inpatient rounding 2–4 days weekly, collaboration with Oncology APPs, and participation in research and multidisciplinary care. Responsibilities include clinic work, infusion center coverage, team leadership, and ongoing education through

Qualifications

• Must be board-certified or eligible in Oncology or Hematology.
• MD or DO with medical licensure in good standing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• See patients daily and cover infusion center on rotation.
• 1:6 call coverage for community and Highlands Ranch Hospital.
• Collaborate with Service Line Director to expand cancer practice.
• Attend multi-department clinics, CME conferences, and service line meetings.
• Assist with investigator-initiated, cooperative group/industry trials.
• Lead and participate in clinical quality improvement projects across care continuum.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records using the EPI system.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Customer service

Education

MD or DO

Board certification in Oncology or Hematology

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department:Medicine/Medical Oncology

Job Title:Open Rank – Assistant to Associate Professor

Position #00772714 – Requisition #39801

Job Summary

The Division of Medical Oncology is searching for an MD whose primary site of practice will be Highlands Ranch Medical Center (both inpatient and outpatient) with some cross coverage of Lone Tree Medical Center and possibly Cherry Creek Medical Center. There will be inpatient rounding 2-4 days per week at Highlands Ranch Hospital with assistance from an APP. We are looking for a candidate with a strong work ethic who is a team player. We have developed a strong hard-working team who covers for each other and are invested in the program and the patients. We are striving to maintain that energy and value system. The mission of our center is to deliver high-quality, multidisciplinary hematology and oncology care in a highly accessible and patient friendly manner. We offer cutting edge technology and clinical trials in a community setting. The Highlands Ranch Medical Center is a multispecialty building and offers an on-site infusion center, blood bank, diagnostic laboratory and radiology services (including MRI, CT and PET/CT), a breast center, and multiple specialties including radiation oncology, surgery (general, ENT, breast, urologic, plastics), gastroenterology (with endoscopy suites). We are connected to a 75-bed hospital and admit our oncology patients with the help of our very capable hospitalist team.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical work seeing patients daily and covering the infusion center on a rotating basis during clinic days; Working with Oncology APPs (NPs or PAs) in clinic;
• 1:6 call coverage for community practice patients and Highlands Ranch Hospital;
• Work with Service Line Director to expand the cancer practice;
• Attend Multi-Departmental Clinics & CME conferences regularly; Attend oncology service line meetings; clinical trial meetings;
• Assist with investigator-initiated, cooperative group/industry trials;
• Lead and participate in clinical quality improvement projects including management of critical pathway & case management across the continuum of care;
• Team member providing healthcare, interacting w/professional colleagues in a multidisciplinary fashion to provide comprehensive care as a responsible professional;
• Attend via conference call monthly Clinical Affairs meetings, weekly tumor boards, present Fellows Conference 1/year, assist with Fellows interviews, work with Administrator on clinical data & other duties as assigned by Medical Director at Highlands Ranch and/or Division Head;
• Maintain accurate, legible, & confidential records using the UCH EPI system.

Work Location

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

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.

Why work for the University?

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional 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.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution
• Board certified in Oncology or Hematology

Associate Professor

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution
• Board certified in Oncology or Hematology
• 4-8+ years’ experience in Community setting in Medical Oncology

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 or more years’ experience in Community setting in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology

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.

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by October 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: $350,000 to $400,000 Associate Professor: $400,000 to $500,000

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 [e-mail].

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.