Assistant or Associate Professor

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**Assistant or Associate Professor**

**Description**

**University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus**

**Department: DOM/Medical Oncology**

**Job Title:**

**Position #00839833 - Requisition #37697**

**Job Summary:**

Key Responsibilities:

+ Participate in the clinical GI cancer program which includes four weekly multidisciplinary clinics/tumor boards, research conferences, and interactions with multiple surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, gastroenterologists, interventional radiologists, and pathologists (including in-house molecular testing).
**Work Location:**

Onsite

**Why Join Us:**

**Why work for the University?**

+ 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

**Qualifications:**

**Minimum Qualifications:**

**Assistant Professor**

+ Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate, must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.
+ Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.
+ Board certified in Oncology

**Associate Professor**

+ Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate, must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.
+ Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.
+ Board certified in Oncology
+ 5-12 years of experience and achievement in clinical activity, research, and education.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Excellent clinical skills pertaining to medical oncology in general and GI oncology specifically with a proven track -record in clinical and/or correlative laboratory-based oncology research, including clinical protocol development

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**

+ Demonstrated expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies.
+ Strong foundation in clinical trial design, implementation, and analysis.
+ Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams including surgical oncology, radiation oncology, gastroenterology, and pathology.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient care, teaching, and team collaboration.
+ Commitment to advancing cancer research through translational and/or laboratory-based investigations.
+ Experience mentoring trainees and junior faculty in clinical and research settings.
+ Capacity to contribute to institutional initiatives and strategic planning within the GI oncology program.

**How to Apply:**

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**To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=37697&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/6554233)**

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Assistant or Associate Professor - 37697 Faculty
The University of Colorado Denver is recruiting in the Division of Medical Oncology for an Assistant or Associate Professor with an interest in gastrointestinal (GI) cancer clinical/translational research and patient care.

The Assistant Professor will be an active participant in the multidisciplinary Gastrointestinal Cancer Program.

The program includes full-service consult and follow-up clinics, and an infusion center.

The position can be restructured if the qualified candidate wishes to pursue a combination of clinical work and laboratory-based research.

Opportunities exist for K12 or other career development grants.

We are supported by a nursing staff, nurse practitioners as well as several clinical research associates.

The GI Cancer Tissue Bank actively processes and stores samples.

Strong collaborations exist with the phase I program.
+ Direct patient care and clinical research.
+ Attend on the inpatient Oncology/Hematology ward at UCH for 2-4 weeks yearly
+ Hold a minimum of 4 half-day clinics per week
+ Mentoring of Medical Oncology fellows
+ Lead Cancer Clinical Trial collaborations with University of Colorado Cancer Center (UCCC), including, but not limited to, National Clinical Trials Network studies and investigator-initiated trials

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

Join a nationally recognized academic medical center at the forefront of cancer research and patient care.

The Division of Medical Oncology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where innovation and excellence thrive.

As part of our Gastrointestinal Cancer Program, you'll work alongside leading experts in oncology, surgery, radiology, and pathology, with access to cutting-edge clinical trials, a robust tissue bank, and strong institutional support for translational research.Our faculty benefit from a vibrant research community, career development opportunities including K12 grants, and a commitment to mentorship and education.

Located in Aurora, Colorado, our campus combines the energy of a major metropolitan area with the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, offering an exceptional quality of life.

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

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:

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 position2.

Curriculum vitae / Resume3.

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) .

Questions should be directed to: Stephanie Fields, stephanie.n.fields@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=stephanie.n.fields@cuanschutz.edu)

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

For best consideration, apply by November 1, 2025.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as Assistant Professor: $220,000-245,000Associate Professor: $270,000-295,000 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

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.

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) .

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20214 - SOM-MED-ONC GENERAL OPERATIONS : Full-time : Sep 8, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Stephanie Fields Posting Contact Email: stephanie.n.fields@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6554233&targetURL=stephanie.n.fields@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00839833jeid-b277e33d906d314898fbdbc62a8e2113
The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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