Open Rank- Assistant Professor - Associate Professor

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics | Section of Allergy & Immunology

Job Title :

Open Rank- Assistant Professor - Associate Professor

Position # : 00828791 - Requisition # : 35519

Job Summary :

The Section of Allergy and Immunology of the Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Clinical Immunologist for the evaluation and care of patients with disorders of the immune system such as inborn errors of immunity presenting with increased risk of infection and other manifestations of immune dysregulation in inpatient and outpatient settings, and to participate in the education of medical students, residents, and subspecialty fellows in accordance with the mission of the University of Colorado School of Medicine's Department of Pediatrics. Children's Hospital Colorado is a top ten academic Children's Hospital in the US, and together with its satellite locations, has been serving the children of Colorado and surrounding states. It will provide a qualified candidate ample opportunities for career development. The clinical immunology team is supported by a clinical immunology laboratory at Children's Hospital Colorado that offers state of the art services to provide the best care for our patients.

The candidate will provide oversight and care of patients with immunodeficiency and immune dysregulation at the main campus of Children's Hospital Colorado and possibly at Network of Care locations. The candidate will participate in immunology service call coverage for the Allergy and Immunology Section.

The applicant is expected to help expand the clinical immunology programs within Children's Hospital Colorado at the Anschutz Medical Campus and across a 7-state referral region.

The candidate will also participate in the teaching of subspecialty fellows, residents, and medical students.

Key Responsibilities :

Specific tasks to be performed include :

• Outpatient clinical care for patients with disorders of the immune system presenting with increased risk of infection and immune dysregulation disorders manifesting with associated features of atopy, autoimmune disease, lymphoproliferation, and / or auto-inflammation : 2-4 half-day clinics per week
• Immunology service call participation for up to 18 weeks per year including inpatient consultations, telephone consultations for outside providers, and e-consults
• "SCID" call while on immunology service call for up to 18 weeks per year to review inconclusive and abnormal newborn screening results for severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) in conjunction with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and to coordinate follow up care including hospital admission for infants with SCID
• Attendance of monthly immunology faculty meetings
• Participation in multidisciplinary clinics that require immunology expertise such as hematology / oncology (bone marrow or cord blood transplantation), rheumatology (immune dysregulation), pulmonology (patients with interstitial lung disease), infectious disease (patients with inability to clear certain infections), cardiology (patients with congenital heart disease and immune dysregulation after thymus removal or sequelae of repair surgery), gastroenterology (patients with inflammatory bowel disease)
• Care of patients in the infusion center receiving IgG replacement or immunomodulatory therapies
• Development of a telemedicine program with expansion of immunology services to the 7-state referral region
• Partnering with Genetics and the Advanced Genetics Laboratory (specialty panels, WES, and WGS available in house) to expand genetic testing as part of individualized patient care and moving towards gene therapy
• Partnering with the bone marrow transplant service as PI or Co-PI on primary immunodeficiency consortium projects
• Development of and participation in industry-funded clinical trials
• Community outreach with didactic talks to community pediatricians and allergists
• Teaching during outpatient clinics and inpatient consultations
• Participation in teaching activities for allergy / immunology (AI) fellows in training (FITs) including bootcamp lectures in areas of expertise
• Formal lectures in areas of expertise for FITs, AI faculty, AI advanced practice providers, and clinic nurses and staff
• Participation as preceptor in immunology board review presentations led by FITs

Work Location :

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

Why Join Us :

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.

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 :

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Equal Opportunity Statement :

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

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 :

American Board of Allergy and Immunology

before the hire date.

Associate Professor :

American Board of Allergy and Immunology

before the hire date.

Condition of Employment :

Preferred Qualifications :

Assistant Professor :

Associate Professor :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

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.

Three to 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 : David.Fleischer@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins :

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 19, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range :

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

Assistant Professor : $187,000 to $200,000

Associate Professor : $210,000 to $235,000

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.

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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 .

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 .

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

: Faculty

Primary Location

: Aurora

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20976 - SOM-PEDS Allergy-Immun-GenOps

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Nov 19, 2024

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : David Fleischer

Posting Contact Email : David.Fleischer@childrenscolorado.org

Position Number : 00828791