Assistant Professor - HRH (1.0 FTE)

Assistant Professor - HRH (1.0 FTE)

The Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology has a fulltime (1.0) FTE faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor at Highlands Ranch Hospital.

The position is responsible for the full spectrum of surgical oncology. This faculty member will participate in medical student, resident and fellow education as well as research and scholarly activity commensurate with qualifications. Close collaboration with the surgeons, APPs, hospital and clinical staff will be necessary.

Key responsibilities include:

• All aspects of surgical oncology
• Education of students, residents and fellows
• Scholarly activities related to surgical oncology
• Scope of work will include Highlands Ranch Hospital
• Support growth and expansion of research and scholarly activity within the Division of surgical oncology and collaborating divisions
• Supports and manages relationships across the entire system as it relates to surgical oncology
• Provide care to patients in the outpatient Surgical Oncology clinics
• Close collaboration with general surgeons, sub-specialty surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, intensivists and hospital staff will be necessary
• Professional interaction with referring physicians and staff, emergency medical personnel and multidisciplinary providers is essential
• Surgeon may at times be asked to provide cross coverage clinical care on different services

Work location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite in Highlands Ranch, CO, with possible new sites in the future.

Why join us? Within the Department of Surgery we are driven to Improve Every Life, with our commitment to innovative surgical care, curing through discovery, enlightening tomorrow's leaders, and daring to be exceptional. Our focus on patient care, education, and research will lead to innovative discoveries and promote quality care and safety for our patients. Our expertise across cancer types helps us provide world-class treatment for common cancers, while offering hope for patients with difficult or aggressive tumors who have struggled to find treatment options elsewhere. As Colorado's only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, we offer the most advanced cancer care in the Rocky Mountain Region.

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
• 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.

Minimum qualifications:

• MD/DO
• Board certified in General Surgery
• Surgical Oncology (or equivalent) Fellowship
• CO Medical license or license eligible
• Experience in clinical program administration
• Fulfill the requirements to be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado
• Experience in an academic environment with proven clinical, education and research accomplishments

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with multidisciplinary research
• Positive track record of teambuilding; experience leading a multidisciplinary team and building a clinical program
• Prior clinical and research experience in the evaluation and treatment of oncology patients

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership skills driving comprehensive, multi-site programs
• Clinical expertise in the full spectrum of surgical oncology diseases
• Surgical research program development
• Successful background in research and scholarly activities

How to apply: For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Natalie Deschaine, Natalie.deschaine@cuanschutz.edu. Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until November 3, 2025. The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE $300,000 - $355,000 plus potential incentive. 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.

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. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. 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. 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.