Open Rank- Assistant Professor or Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 224,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Multiple plan options

Disability, Life, Vision insurance

Retirement 401(a): Employer contribute

Vacation days: 22/year

Sick days: 15/year

Holiday days: 10/year

Tuition Benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO, invites applications for an Open Rank—Assistant Professor or Professor in the Department of Pediatrics. The role focuses on clinical care of children with general neurological disorders including epilepsy, across outpatient and inpatient settings.

The position requires MD/DO with neurology board eligibility (child neurology) and DEA certification, with potential to obtain CO medical license.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required; board eligibility in neurology with subspecialty in child neurology.
• DEA certificate.
• Ability to obtain Colorado medical license.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinics
• Inpatient service
• Weekend call coverage
• Regional/satellite outpatient clinics
• Mentorship & education of residents/fellows
• Interpretation of electroencephalograms and related studies

Skills

Strong communication skills

General pediatric neurology

Epilepsy

Education

MD/DO

Board Eligibility in Neurology – Child Neurology

DEA certificate

Job description

Faculty

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Pediatrics

Job Title: Open Rank- Assistant Professor or Professor

Position #: 00838467 - Requisition #:37542

Job Summary:

Clinical care of children with general neurological disorders including epilepsy in outpatient/inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Outpatient clinics


• Inpatient service


• Weekend call coverage


• Regional/satellite outpatient clinics


• Mentorship & education of residents/fellows


• Interpretation of electroencephalograms and other related studies


• used in epilepsy

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for \"Best Medical Schools - Pediatrics\" in U.S. News & World Report's 2022 rankings. The Section of Child Neurology is nationally recognized for providing outstanding consultation, clinical care, and surgery for children and adolescents with neurological disorders. U.S. News & World Report ranked Child Neurology as one of the top 10 programs in the nation. As the largest medical center in the western region providing such broad expertise, The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neurology is the referral center for children and adolescents with neurological disorders for much of the western U.S.

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.

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:

• 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

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional training and expertise in Epilepsy.


• Interest and experience in clinical research.


• Interest and experience in clinical trials.


• Interest and experience in education of medical students, residents/fellows.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills.


• Broad knowledge and clinical skills in general pediatric neurology


• and epilepsy.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

• Assistant Professor: $224,000-232,000


• Associate Professor: $257,000-268,000


• Professor: $284,000-$325,000

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 [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.

Application Materials Required:

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category:

Faculty

Primary Location:

Aurora

Schedule:

Full-time

Posting Date:

Aug 13, 2025

Unposting Date:

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name:

Crystal Schiano

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]

Position Number:

00838467