Clinical Program Medical Director - Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 220,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options

Retirement 401(a) plan

Paid time off: 22 days/year

Tuition benefits for employees

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks an Open Rank Clinical Program Medical Director in Pediatrics – Child Neurology. The role blends clinical care for general neurological disorders, inpatient and outpatient services, teaching and research with academic leadership.

You will oversee regional neurology programs, mentor trainees, participate in conferences, and foster collaboration with CHCO and CU Anschutz priorities.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and board eligibility in neurology with child neurology specialization.
• Ability to provide clinical care for pediatric neurology in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Experience in academic teaching, research, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for pediatric neurology patients in inpatient and outpatient services.
• Lead and develop the regional pediatric neurology program.
• Mentor fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Engage in teaching, conferences and scholarly activities.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Pediatric neurology

Teaching

Research collaboration

Education

MD or DO

Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology

Colorado Medical License

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatrics – Child Neurology
Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor
Position #: 00852967– Requisition #:41027
Job Summary:
University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatrics – Child Neurology
Job Title: Clinical Program Medical Director Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor
Position #: 00852967– Requisition #:41027
Job Summary:
This position will provide clinical care for patients with general neurological disorders, primarily in the inpatient service. The position will include clinical, research, service and teaching. Clinical responsibilities include participation in the outpatient general neurology clinic, 18-24 weeks of inpatient service to divided between neurocritical care and general neurology.
Key Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• 4-10 weeks of Neuro-Hospitalist service
• 4-10 weeks of Neuro Critical Care Service
• No more than 24 weeks of combined inpatient service (as outlined above), including a maximum of 8 weekends of call per year that fulfills your annual cFTE expectations
• Outpatient clinics that, in addition to any inpatient weeks of service fulfills your annual cFTE expectations as set by the Department of Pediatrics
• Care coordination with Primary Care providers, as well as with multidisciplinary team members (dietitians, psychologists, and medical providers)
• You may be asked to provide weekend coverage of the South or North campus
• You may be asked to provide clinical care services at Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Main Campus and/or Network of Care facilities across the Denver metro area
• You may be asked to provide clinical care at outreach clinics as well as hold telehealth clinics
• Attend monthly faculty meetings
• Provide academic support through the training of fellows, residents, and medical students
• Attend relevant conferences and continuing education opportunities
• Mentorship: Contribute to mentorship arrangements for faculty in Pediatrics and/or Neurology
• Education: Participate in the educational goals of the section, which include teaching, supervision and mentorship

Clinical Program Medical Director, Regional Program time (0.20 FTE):
You are being provided 0.20 FTE protected time in support on your efforts as focused on the development of pediatric neurology’s regional care program and towards the development of your academic career plans. Specific activities will be as follows:

• Participate in administrative and professional development activities of the Section of Neurology.
• Engage and effectively collaborate with clinical faculty and trainees from other schools, departments and divisions across the Anschutz Medical Campus.
• Provide strategic and clinical leadership for Neurology’s regional and external consultation services, ensuring alignment with CHCO and CU Anschutz priorities.
• Partner with section, regional, and institutional leaders to expand access, optimize care delivery models, and support sustainable program growth.
• Oversee clinical operations, provider engagement, and business planning to support high-quality care, faculty recruitment, and long-term funding strategies.

Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
Academically, CU Anschutz serves 4,500 students in more than 40 highly rated degree programs across six schools and colleges. The campus attracted a record $910 million in research funding in the 2023-24 fiscal year, including $757 million in sponsored awards and $153 million in philanthropic gifts, creating an overall economic impact to the state of Colorado of $13.5 billion annually.
Part of the four-campus University of Colorado system, CU Anschutz and CU Denver together constitute a consolidated Higher Learning Commission-accredited entity and have direct connections with CU Boulder and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. The University of Colorado has been a leader in education, research and service for the state and beyond since 1876.
Powered by state-of-the-art facilities on a growing campus with a dynamic vision for the future, CU Anschutz is uniquely equipped to lead health discoveries and treatment.
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 (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 Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
SOM only (required language):
Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.
Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.
Assistant Professor:

• 0-6 years of clinical experience, interest in pursuing academic promotion
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experience to allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Associate Professor:

• 6 or more years of clinical experience
• Prior experience with program development, teaching or research
• Examples of scholarship
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experience to allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Professor:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain CO medical license
• 10 or more years of experience as an attending physician and academic qualifications to fulfill requirements of professor rank
• Experience with program development, teaching or research commensurate with professor rank
• Examples of scholarship commensurate with professor rank

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional training and expertise in child neuromuscular care.
• Interest and experience in clinical research.
• Interest and experience in clinical trials.
• Interest and experience in education of medical students, residents/fellows
• Experience in leading regional clinical programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong communication skills.
Broad knowledge and clinical skills in general pediatric neurology and neuromuscular disorders.
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until 5/30/27.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

• Assistant Professor: $220,000- $240,000
• Associate Professor: $249,874 - $ 270,000
• Professor: $282,816- $325,000

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.
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Sep 8, 2026
Unposting Date
Ongoing