Assistant Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: DOM/Division of Geriatric Medicine Job Title:
Assistant Professor Position #: 00853960 – Requisition
#:41464

Job Summary:

The Division of Geriatric Medicine in the School of Medicine at the
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus invites applications
for a .75 - 1.0 FTE faculty clinician position at the rank of
Assistant Professor. Successful candidates will join a collegial
geriatrics division that includes physicians, nurse practitioners,
and PhDs. This is a full-time position with varying/flexible work
hours, including some evening and/or weekend coverage. The work
site(s) may include (but may not be limited to) the University of
Colorado Hospital (UCH) Seniors Clinics, and University of Colorado
(UCD) Division of Geriatric Medicine's administrative
offices.

Key Responsibilities:

Examples of work performed may include:

• Provide geriatric primary care to patients within UCHealth AMC

Seniors or Lone Tree Seniors Clinic(s)

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team within a geriatric

primary care clinic to include working with behavioral health,
pharmacists, physical therapists, social work, nurse care manager,
medical assistants, and nurses.

• The incumbent will share responsibilities of night, weekend, and

vacation coverage with other providers of the group practice and
will participate in decisions regarding the practice
operation.

• Educational responsibilities may include: a) teaching in a

primary care setting (students, residents, and fellows); b)
participating in an active clinical residency program; c)
participation in teaching lectures about geriatric principles to
medical students, residents, and fellows.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite at either/both of our
Seniors Clinics, located in Aurora and Lone Tree, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class
medical destination at the forefront of transformative science,
medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the
University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60
centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent
hospitals -
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and
Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million
adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected
and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado

Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient
care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research
fueled by over $762 million in research grants. For more
information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu .

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.

· MD or DO

· Board-certified or eligible in geriatrics and either family
medicine or internal medicine

● Eligible to obtain an unrestricted Colorado Medical License, and
an active and unrestricted DEA Registration

Preferred Qualifications:

● Experience in adult education

● Have completed a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Strong clinical knowledge and skills in the evaluation and
management of complex older adults, including multimorbidity,
geriatric syndromes, and polypharmacy.

· Knowledge of and experience with team-based, interdisciplinary
care in an ambulatory primary care setting.

· Strong clinical teaching and precepting skills, with experience
educating medical students, residents, and/or fellows.

· Commitment to learner development, including providing effective
feedback, mentorship, and role modeling in the clinical
environment.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients,
families, learners, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team
members.

· Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within
multidisciplinary teams and contribute to a positive, collegial
work environment.

· Self-motivated and engaged, with the ability to work
independently while contributing actively to shared clinical,
educational, and divisional goals.

· Demonstrates growth mindset, including openness to feedback,
continuous learning, and professional development.

· Commitment to academic medicine, with interest in contributing to
the educational, clinical quality improvement, and/or scholarly
missions of the division.

· Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, adaptability, and
accountability in clinical and academic responsibilities.

· Commitment to being an engaged team member, including
participation in division and clinic activities and efforts to
improve clinical care and the workplace.

How to Apply:

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
position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. 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 .

Questions should be directed to: SABRINA FERGUSON, Sabrina.ferguson@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received by
December 1, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or
may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$200,000 - $210,000 Based on 1.0 FTE

This position is eligible for the division incentive plan, which
is in addition to the base salary.

The above salary 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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu
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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 .