Assistant Professor

Job Description - Assistant Professor (41464)

Job Description

Assistant Professor - 41464

Faculty

Description

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.

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 - 20194 - SOM-MED-Geriatrics

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Oct 20, 2026

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: SABRINA FERGUSON

Posting Contact Email: Sabrina.ferguson@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number: 00853960