Professor - Director of Clinical and Translational Research

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Medicine- Division of Infectious Diseases

Job Title: Professor - Director of Clinical
and Translational Research

Position #00617860 – Requisition #41592

Job Summary:

The Clinical Director of Transplant Medicine in CCTCARE will be a
key member of the Transplant Center's Leadership team and will be
responsible for leading the Center's medicine subspecialties
(kidney/pancreas, hepatology, lung, heart, infectious diseases, and
other medical subspecialties).

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Research Leadership: Develop and execute a

comprehensive clinical and translational research strategy for the
Transplant Center, fostering innovation, scientific discovery, and
national recognition.

• Research Investment Oversight: Provide strategic

leadership and oversight of the $25 million institutional
investment in transplant research over five years, including
research priorities, resource allocation, implementation, and
performance reporting.

• Transplant Infectious Diseases Leadership: Serve as

Medical Director and Section Lead of Transplant Infectious
Diseases, overseeing clinical operations, program development,
quality improvement, and multidisciplinary care delivery.

• Faculty Mentorship and Development: Establish and lead

faculty mentorship, professional development, and research
advancement initiatives across Transplant Medicine, Transplant
Surgery, and Infectious Diseases.

• Research Infrastructure and Operations: Direct and

optimize the Transplant Center's research infrastructure,
personnel, operational processes, and resources to support
high-impact clinical and translational research.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Promote research

partnerships across Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Infectious
Diseases, and other specialties to advance collaborative scientific
initiatives and improve transplant outcomes.

• Program Growth and Faculty Recruitment: Guide the

strategic expansion of the Transplant Infectious Diseases Program,
participate in faculty recruitment, assess staffing needs, and
support the development of organ-specific infectious diseases
leadership.

• Research Productivity and Funding: Advance extramural

grant submissions, federal research funding, high-impact
publications, national presentations, and investigator-initiated
research programs.

• Clinical Care and Academic Education: Maintain an active

clinical practice in transplant infectious diseases while providing
education, supervision, and mentorship to fellows, residents,
medical students, advanced practice providers, and junior
faculty.

• Institutional Governance and Accountability: Serve on

the Transplant Executive Committee, Transplant Governance
Committee, and Division of Infectious Diseases leadership team,
contributing to institutional strategy, research accountability,
performance evaluation, and long-term program sustainability.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Medicine is the largest in the School of
Medicine, with nearly 1,200 faculty, including 143 PhDs and 37
MD/PhDs, in 14 divisions. Faculty are key leaders in fulfilling all
missions of the school. With nearly $147M in current NIH research
funding, the department consistently ranks among the country's top
25 departments of medicine in NIH research funding. Clinical
activity has doubled during the past eight years. Faculty are fully
committed to all stages of medical education, from first-year
medical students through residency and fellowship. The department
has nearly 200 residents and a similar number of clinical and
research fellows. The department has 47 endowed chairs and
consistently ranks among the best in the nation by US News &
World Report in pulmonary medicine, endocrinology, oncology,
gastroenterology, and several other disciplines. The department's
faculty are also active participants and leaders in federal study
sections and academic societies.

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.

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 .

Professor:

• Medical Degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited

institution.

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine or relevant medical

subspecialty (e.g., Nephrology, Hepatology, Pulmonology, Infectious
Diseases, Cardiology, etc.).

• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of

Colorado.

• At least 5 years of clinical experience in a solid organ

transplant-related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership or program

development within a transplant or academic medical center.

• Experience with quality improvement, compliance, and regulatory

oversight (CMS, OPTN, UNOS, etc.).

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: Sue Aspinall,
sue.aspinallcarrillo@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 11/07/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Professor: $370,000 to $427,000

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 .