University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation
Open Rank: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
Position #00624083– Requisition #25185
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers
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Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation has an opening for a full-time Open Rank: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in Leukemia/Lymphoma.
Nature of Work:
The successful candidate will have a schedule in which s/he works with other attending physicians on the Pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT-CT services in the supervision of advance practice providers, fellows, residents, and medical students in organizing each day’s inpatient rounds, outpatient clinics, procedures, and family conferences. The schedule is such that there is dedicated time for academic activity in Clinical or Translational research in any of the specialties, or other interests as developed by the candidate and agreed upon by the Section leadership. You will have approximately 80% of your time spent conducting clinical activities in the inpatient and outpatient setting and up to 20% of your time spent as a faculty member conducting research and/or program development and collaboration activities.
Position Emphasis:
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Provide independent care of pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT-CT patients on the inpatient hospital service
Provide independent care of pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT-CT patients in the outpatient clinic and infusion center for Leukemia/Lymphoma patients
Communicate with referring physicians and other providers regarding shared patients on Hem/Onc/BMT-CT service and in the institution
Lead Hem/Onc/BMT-CT advance practice providers (APPs: physician’s assistants and nurse practitioners) in the care of both inpatients and outpatients
Provide education and supervision to medical students, residents and fellows in the inpatient and outpatient settings
Write admission, discharge, acute care, and chemotherapy orders in collaboration with other physicians and advanced practice providers
Provide coordination of care between the inpatient and outpatient settings
Participate in the treatment of patients on clinical research protocols with an emphasis on conducting investigator-initiated research studies in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology/BMT-CT
Coordinate multi-disciplinary care with other hospital and outpatient services
Coordinate and assist with education of new patients and families
Participate in Quality/Safety, Process Improvement and Community Outreach and Engagement initiatives and activities
Provide educational support to nursing and other staff
Perform procedures independently:
Lumbar punctures with intrathecal chemotherapy administration
Bone marrow aspirations/biopsies
Skin or simple tissue biopsies
Ommaya access with chemotherapy administration
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at:
Assistant Professor: $163,000 to $190,000
Associate Professor: $ 201,000 to $250,000
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
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.
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
Diversity and Equity:
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 [email protected] .
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | 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.
Minimum Requirements
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Continuous Maintenance of Certification is required.
Active Colorado state license and DEA certification.
Training and expertise in pediatric Hematology, Oncology and/or BMT-CT; Minimum 1 year of professional experience in clinical setting.
Meet all Children’s Hospital Colorado credentialing requirements and continuous active medical staff status.
Associate Professor
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Continuous Maintenance of Certification is required.
Active Colorado state license and DEA certification.
Training and expertise in pediatric Hematology, Oncology and/or BMT-CT; Minimum 6 years of professional experience in clinical setting.
Meet all Children’s Hospital Colorado credentialing requirements and continuous active medical staff status.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
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
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to independently care for and manage complex Pediatric Hematology/Oncology/BMT patients in an academic setting.
High professionalism, customer service skills, team-based patient care, and ability to meet productivity targets are expected.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in independent care of pediatric hematology/oncology/BMT patients for at least one year after completion of Fellowship training.
Pediatric solid tumor and/or drug development subspecialty training preferred (can substitute for a year of experience listed above).
Pediatric leukemia/lymphoma-focused subspecialty training preferred (can substitute for a year of experience listed above).
Record of sustained independent funding of clinical research or laboratory work, with preference given to candidates who have secured at least one cycle of renewed funding if research protection is requested.
Faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers, refer to requisition 25185. Application deadline is ASAP. Questions should be directed to: Lia Gore at [email protected]
