Leukemia/Lymphoma Physician Scientist - Open Rank

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Pediatrics – Hematology/Oncology

Job Title: Leukemia/Lymphoma Physician Scientist

Position #: 00722321 – Requisition
#:41386

Job Summary:

The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology seeks an innovative
physician-scientist to establish and lead an independent
laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia
and/or lymphoma. This position is intended for an early- or
mid-career investigator with a strong commitment to basic or
translational research that advances understanding of
leukemia/lymphoma biology and accelerates development of novel
therapeutic approaches.

The successful candidate will devote approximately 80% effort to
research and 20% effort to clinical care. As an integral member of
the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program, the faculty member will serve as a
critical bridge between clinical and laboratory research
initiatives, translating clinically relevant questions into
impactful scientific investigations while advancing discoveries
toward improved outcomes for children and adolescents with leukemia
and lymphoma.

The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized
pediatric Leukemia/Lymphoma program with a robust clinical research
footprint including substantial participation and leadership in
Children's Oncology Group (COG) and Therapeutic Advances in
Childhood Leukemia (TACL) clinical trials. The position provides
opportunities for collaboration with established investigators
across leukemia biology, cellular therapy, immunotherapy, precision
medicine, and regenerative medicine programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Research Responsibilities (80%)

• Develop and lead an independent, innovative, and externally

funded laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric
leukemia and/or lymphoma.

• Conduct basic and/or translational research related to leukemia

biology, disease progression, therapeutic resistance, or novel
treatment development.

• Pursue and secure extramural funding through federal agencies,

foundations, industry partnerships, and philanthropic support.

• Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed

scientific journals.

• Present research at regional, national, and international

scientific meetings.

• Establish productive collaborations with investigators across

the University Cancer Center, the Gates Institute, and other campus
research initiatives.

• Contribute to the development of institutional leukemia

research priorities and strategic initiatives.

• Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, trainees,

residents, fellows, and junior faculty members.

• Participate in departmental, divisional, institutional, and

national academic activities as appropriate.

Clinical Responsibilities (20%)

• Provide approximately four weeks of inpatient oncology service

annually, including chemotherapy service and shared call
coverage.

• Maintain an outpatient leukemia clinic practice averaging

approximately one clinic session every other week.

• Participate in procedure clinics as needed.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary patient care conferences and

leukemia/lymphoma disease-specific initiatives.

• Support clinical and translational research activities through

collaboration with clinical trial and disease-focused teams.

• Evidence of successful grant funding or strong potential to

obtain independent extramural funding.

• Experience leading or contributing to translational research

studies that bridge laboratory discovery and clinical
application.

• Demonstrated commitment to mentorship, education, and trainee

development.

• Experience collaborating across disciplines within academic

research environments.

• Interest in leveraging institutional strengths in

immunotherapy, cellular therapeutics, regenerative medicine, and
precision oncology.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, CO at the Anschutz Medical Campus.

Why Join Us:

The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children's Hospital
Colorado is one of the leading pediatric oncology, hematology,
blood and marrow transplant and cellular therapy programs in the
country. Our center is consistently ranked among the top pediatric
hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and 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.

Why work for the University?

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.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant
Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and
qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor

● MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.

● Completion of an accredited Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
fellowship.

● Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric
Hematology/Oncology.

● Eligible for Colorado medical licensure and DEA
registration.

● Demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, including
peer-reviewed publications in pediatric leukemia, lymphoma, cancer
biology, immunology, cellular therapy, or a related field.

● Demonstrated experience conducting basic, translational, or
laboratory-based research.

Associate Professor

● Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major
foundation support.

● An established independent research program with evidence of
sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.

● Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research
initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific
organizations.

● Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into
clinically impactful applications.

● Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate
students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.

● Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and
contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.

● Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational
science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation
programs.

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

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing
requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at
720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to
Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during
employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it
will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Assistant Professor

● Advanced research training through a postdoctoral fellowship,
physician-scientist training program, K-award, institutional career
development program, or equivalent protected research
experience.

● Demonstrate strong potential to establish an independent research
program.

● Prior success obtaining pilot, foundation, society,
institutional, industry-sponsored, or federal research
funding.

● Evidence of translational research that bridges laboratory
discovery and clinical application.

● Experience mentoring students, residents, fellows, or research
trainees.

● Demonstrated collaborative work with multidisciplinary research
teams.

● Interest in developing innovative research programs aligned with
institutional strengths

Associate Professor

● Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major
foundation support.

● An established independent research program with evidence of
sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.

● Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research
initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific
organizations.

● Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into
clinically impactful applications.

● Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate
students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.

● Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and
contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.

● Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational
science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation
programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric hematology/oncology,

leukemia biology, cancer genetics, immunology, and translational
research methodologies.

• Ability to develop, lead, and sustain an independent

laboratory-based research program focused on leukemia and related
hematologic malignancies.

• Strong scientific writing and communication skills, including

the ability to prepare peer-reviewed publications, grant
applications, presentations, and other scholarly works.

• Ability to secure and manage extramural funding from federal

agencies, foundations, industry, and philanthropic sources.

• Expertise in experimental design, data analysis, scientific

rigor, and the conduct of high-quality laboratory and translational
research.

• Ability to translate clinically relevant questions into

innovative research studies that advance scientific knowledge and
patient care.

• Demonstrated ability to establish productive interdisciplinary

collaborations with clinical, translational, and basic science
investigators.

• Effective mentoring, teaching, and leadership skills with the

ability to support the professional development of trainees,
fellows, students, and junior faculty.

• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving

skills, with the ability to balance research, clinical,
educational, and administrative responsibilities.

• Commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing

academic environment while contributing to the strategic growth and
national visibility of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program and Cancer
Center.

• Evidence of potential to establish an independent, externally

funded research program.

• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary academic

and clinical teams.

• Expertise in pediatric leukemia biology, lymphoma biology,

leukemia genomics, immunotherapy, cellular therapy,
immune-oncology, precision medicine, or related disciplines.

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: Staci Ertzberger staci.ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by 12/1/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $191,400 to $ 223,000

Associate Professor: $233,800 to $282,000

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu
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Background Check Statement:

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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.

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virus and other
vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer
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must enroll in the
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