Assistant to Associate Professor of Surgery- Open Rank

Davita Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 300,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks an Assistant to Associate Professor of Surgery specializing in pediatric and adult transplantation. This full-time position involves surgical responsibilities alongside clinical research and educational duties, emphasizing comprehensive care and innovative transplant practices within a nationally recognized Pediatric Transplant Program.

Benefits

Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits

22 vacation days per year

10 holidays per year

Retirement 401(a) Plan with employer contribution

Tuition Benefit for employees

Qualifications

• Fellowship-trained in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation.
• Involved in clinical and translational research.
• Experience with pediatric and adult transplants preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform kidney, liver, and pancreas transplant surgery.
• Participate in clinical research and education.
• Manage immunosuppression and surgical rounds.

Skills

Expertise in pediatric and adult transplantation

Robotic surgery skills

Education

Medical Degree from an accredited School of Medicine

Completion of transplant fellowship

Job description

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery

Job Title: Assistant to Associate Professor of Surgery- Open Rank

Position #: 00605010 - Requisition #:37041

Job Summary:	Open rank Assistant to Associate Professor of Surgery - Liver, Kidney and Pancreas Pediatric Transplant Surgeon The Division of Transplant Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking a full-time, Board eligible, fellowship-trained transplant surgeon with expertise in both pediatric and adult liver, kidney and pancreas transplantation.The majority of this role is dedicated to pediatric abdominal solid organ transplantation. Robotic experience in renal and liver procedures preferred. This is a one-year appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Primary responsibilities will be at the University of Colorado School of Medicine as well as nearby Children's Hospital Colorado and University of Colorado Hospital. Duties of this faculty position will include participation in both pediatric and adult kidney, liver and pancreas transplantation, robotic and living donor transplant procedures along with other major liver surgeries as well as organ recovery and dialysis access surgery. Other activities of the transplant surgeon include clinical care, immunosuppression management, surgical rounds, transplant selection committees and educational conferences. This individual will also be expected to actively participate in clinical research activities related to transplantation on an ongoing basis. The Assistant / Associate Professor role will also help in academic activities including teaching medical students, residents, fellows and related service duties and call coverage. Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate. Key Responsibilities: Pediatric and adult kidney, liver and pancreas transplantation. Robotic renal and liver procedures. Living donor liver and kidney transplant Organ procurement call and recovery using Normothermic Regional Perfusion and ex-vivo machine profusion. Clinical care, immunosuppression management, surgical rounds, transplant selection committees and educational conferences. Clinical research activities related to transplantation on an ongoing basis. Pediatric portal hypertension surgical management Adult and pediatric hepatobiliary procedures
Positions Available: Work Location:	One 1.0 FTE Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO
Why Join Us:	As a nationally recognized Pediatric Transplant Program, Children's Colorado has the only pediatric-focused multi-specialty liver and kidney transplant program in the Rocky Mountain region. Our team includes transplant surgeons, transplant hepatologists, transplant nephrologists, pediatric transplant anesthesiologists, pediatric interventional radiologists, infectious disease specialists, pediatric intensive care specialists, transplant coordinators and nurses, transplant pharmacists, psychologists, dietitians and social workers. Children's Colorado is unique because of its directed and non-directed living donor programs, with the highest volume of non-directed liver living donor transplants in the nation.More than 60% of liver transplants performed at Children's Colorado are from living donors. To learn more: https://www.childrenscolorado.org/doctors-and-departments/departments/transplant/ Why work for the University? We have AMAZING benefits 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 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.
Supervision Received	The surgeon reports to the Division Chief.
Supervision Exercised:	The surgeon will provide direct clinical instruction to Advanced Practice Professionals, fellows, residents and nurses.
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 or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below: Assistant Professor: 1-6 year's experience Medical Degree from an accredited School of Medicine Completion of transplant fellowship in liver, kidney and pancreas at an accredited Transplant Center Eligibility for Board Certification - must complete boards within 2 years Involved in clinical and translational research Associate Professor: 6-10 year's experience Medical Degree from an accredited School of Medicine Completion of transplant fellowship in liver, kidney and pancreas at an accredited Transplant Center Eligibility for Board Certification - must complete boards within 2 years Involved in clinical and translational research Preferred Qualifications (Both Ranks): Experience with pediatric and adult transplants Experience with robotic renal and liver procedures Experience with DCD organ recovery Experience in Organ Ox (or other machine profusion) Experience with normothermic regional perfusion Experience with live donor liver transplant
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: Jody Robertson, [e-mail]
Screening of Applications Begins:	Immediately and continues until August 1, 2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:	The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: Assistant Professor - $300,000 - 380,000, plus productivity incentives when eligible. Associate Professor - $350,000- $450,000, plus productivity incentives when eligible. 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:	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 theoccupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required:Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category:Faculty

Primary Location:Aurora

Department:U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver-20345 - SOM-SRG-TS Clinical

Schedule:Full-time

Posting Date:Jun 10, 2025

Unposting Date:Ongoing

Posting Contact Name:Jody Robertson

Posting Contact Email:[e-mail]

Position Number:00605010