Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor of Research and Relationships

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Family Medicine

Job Title: Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor of
Research and Relationships

Position #00852959: – Requisition #41399:

Job Summary:

This position is a full-time faculty position within the Department
of Family Medicine. The faculty member joins a multidisciplinary
team of researchers, educators, practice transformation experts,
health information technology specialists, and program staff whose
mission is to foster innovation and improvement in health and
healthcare. This position will lead and contribute to research
focused on primary care transformation, implementation science,
value-based care, health parity, population health, healthcare
delivery innovation, and community-engaged research.
Responsibilities include developing and leading externally funded
research and implementation projects, publishing scholarly work,
mentoring trainees, disseminating findings, and translating
evidence into practice and policy. The faculty member will also
contribute to the Department of Family Medicine educational mission
by providing instruction and mentorship related to Medicaid,
healthcare financing, value-based payment, health policy, and
healthcare delivery transformation.

This position will develop, maintain, and coordinate relationships
with state agencies, healthcare organizations, public health
agencies, community-based organizations, health systems, Federally
Qualified Health Centers, physician and other medical practices
(including nurse practitioners and physician assistants), payers,
research funders, policy advocates, and regional partners. The
position will represent the Colorado Health Extension System in
external meetings and collaborative initiatives, identify
opportunities for effective partnership, and help translate state
policy, payment, and delivery system developments into actionable
strategies for the Colorado Health Extension System, and partner
organizations.

This position will also participate in the fulfillment of grant and
contract obligations that involve engagement and collaboration with
funders, state agencies, healthcare organizations, community
organizations, and public health agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop, maintain, and coordinate relationships with state
agencies, healthcare organizations, public health agencies,
community partners, Federally Qualified Health Centers, physician
and other healthcare provider practices, payers, policy advocates,
regional partners, and other stakeholders to further Primary Care
Research.

· Represent the Colorado Health Extension System in meetings with
external partners and serve as a point of coordination for
strategic relationship development to further Primary Care
Research.

· Develop, maintain, and strengthen collaborative
relationships with healthcare organizations, public health
agencies, health systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers,
primary care practices, state agencies, community-based
organizations, and academic partners to support research
initiatives.

· Provide subject matter expertise related to value-based payment,
alternative payment models, public-sector healthcare financing,
practice transformation, primary care, quality improvement, and
delivery system reform.

· Monitor sponsor priorities, emerging funding opportunities, and
research trends relevant to primary care, healthcare
transformation, health parity, implementation science, and
population health.

· Coordinate with leadership, project teams, Department of Family
Medicine staff, and external partners to ensure timely completion
of project activities and research deliverables.

· Plan instructional responsibilities for students and residents
related to areas of expertise - health care policy, value-based
payment and payment reform.

· Prepare written research materials, including policy briefs,
reports, presentations, meeting summaries, talking points, partner
updates, and strategic recommendations.

· Document stakeholder engagement activities, partner input,
research project decisions, and follow-up items in accordance with
grant, contract, and university expectations.

· Plan, facilitate, and support research meetings, workshops,
presentations, and partner convenings involving internal and
external stakeholders.

· Coordinate with leadership, Department of Family Medicine
colleagues, University partners, and project teams to support
research program operations and strategic priorities.

· Maintain appropriate documentation, files, and records related to
assigned research projects and responsibilities.

· Collaborate with investigators, statisticians, project managers,
healthcare leaders, community partners, and research staff in the
preparation and submission of competitive research proposals.

· Serve as Principal Investigator, Co-Principal Investigator,
Co-Investigator, or key personnel on grant- and contract-funded
research projects.

· Develop sustainable research partnerships that increase
opportunities for collaborative funding and long-term research
programs.

· Conduct community-engaged and participatory research activities
that meaningfully incorporate stakeholder perspectives into study
design, implementation, and interpretation of findings.

Work Location:

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee
must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is dedicated to “helping
people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and
enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities
we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five
(5) focus areas, each with specific goals:

· Patient Care: Provide outstanding Family Medicine to every
patient.

· Research: Create and disseminate new knowledge.

· Training: Train a future-integrated Family Medicine
workforce.

· Community Engagement: Achieve health parity with community
engagement and advocacy.

· Our People: Nurture a thriving department culture

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
Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and
qualifications as indicated below:

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected
candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that
corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty
tracks at the
Office for Faculty Affairs .

Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on
the candidate's demonstrated contributions and experience in
teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We
welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments
and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of
their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the

Office for Faculty Affairs .

Instructor:

· A Master's degree in public health, public policy, public
administration, political science, social/behavioral sciences,
physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting,
business administration, business, or a directly related field from
an accredited institution.

· The position requires at least four (4) years of extensive and
progressively responsible experience, which could include direct
responsibility for building community, managing people and research
programs and expertise around public policy, practice
transformation, and evolving compensation models, with an emphasis
on value-based payment models in the public sector.

Sr. Instructor:

· A Master's degree in public health, public policy, public
administration, political science, social/behavioral sciences,
physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting,
business administration, business, or a directly related field from
an accredited institution.

· The position requires at least five (5) years of extensive and
progressively responsible experience, which could include direct
responsibility for building community, managing people and research
programs and expertise around public policy, practice
transformation, and evolving compensation models, with an emphasis
on value-based payment models in the public sector.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Established relationships with Colorado state agencies related to
health, healthcare organizations and health insurance
carriers.

· Experience working within a state agency related to
healthcare.

· Knowledge of Colorado Medicaid and commercial insurance
coverage.

· Established relationships with primary care practices

· A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in program and/or
policy development.

· Knowledge of practice transformation, quality improvement,
primary care operations, and evolving compensation models including
value-based payment.

· Demonstrated experience with grant and report writing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

· Outstanding customer service skills.

· Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel,
Outlook, PowerPoint).

· Strong organizational, management, and interpersonal
skills.

· Exceptional teamwork and collaboration abilities.

· Problem-solving and initiative execution skills.

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable.

· Thorough understanding of patient privacy and Protected Health
Information (PHI).

· Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all
interactions.

· Conflict resolution skills.

· Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

· Ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks and complete
administrative duties correctly and on time.

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: Lydia Lyon, Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until October 18, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor: $90,000 to $110,000

Sr. Instructor: $100,000 to $120,000

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

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 .