Radiology Medical Science Co-Content Director

Job Description - Radiology Medical Science Co-Content Director (41004)

Job Description

Radiology Medical Science Co-Content Director - 41004

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Office of Medical Education

Job Title: Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor

Working Title: Radiology Medical Science Co-Content Director

Position #: 00852780 - Requisition #:41004

Job Summary:

The Content Director at the University of Colorado School of Medicine plays a pivotal role in shaping medical education by developing and overseeing curricula that ensure students acquire the core knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become competent physicians. This role involves administering and enhancing educational programs, ensuring alignment with learning objectives, assessing student performance, and maintaining compliance with accreditation standards. The Content Director collaborates with faculty, recruits and supports educators, and fosters continuous quality improvement through curriculum reviews and innovative teaching strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

10% - Administration:

• Assume responsibility for content's orientation including scheduling, assessment, organization, and content execution.
• Ensure content materials, schedules, small group rosters (if applicable), and other content are of high quality, current, posted, easily accessible, and reflect the educational objectives and content being delivered.
• Serve as a resource and communicate in a timely manner with students, administrative staff, and faculty.

25% - Curriculum Execution and Program Innovation:

• Provide oversight of curricula and programs with a focus on development and implementation of specific scientific content across all phases of the curriculum and linking stated objectives to educational strategies and learner assessment.
• Ensure all teaching faculty and students are aware and understand the content's competencies
• and learning goals.
• Ensure adherence to shared policies as developed by curriculum committees and OME leadership.
• Modify existing or develop new curricula or methods of delivery based on needs, changing LCME requirements, and as charged by curriculum oversight bodies.
• Actively participate in the development and maintenance of a curriculum map that includes goals, learning objectives, content, educational strategies and assessments.

30% - Curriculum Review, Continuous Quality Improvement, and Accreditation

• Track, monitor, assess, and identify areas for improvement in the curriculum with the goal of continuous quality improvement or as dictated by the curriculum oversight bodies.
• With the assistance of the OME Office of Assessment, Evaluation, and Outcomes, evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum in achieving learning outcomes.
• Provide and present content reports to the appropriate Curriculum Committees with the aid of the OME Office of Assessment, Evaluation, and Outcomes.
• Meet with the appropriate Assistant Dean to report on the progress of improvements in the related courses.
• Provide data, descriptive information, and reports to communicate course content, instructional methods, assessment, and outcomes to support overall OME program and to ensure compliance with LCME standards and other reporting requirements (e.g., Curriculum Inventory).

10% - Student Assessment and Grading

• Set clear expectations for student performance.
• Work with course directors to:

o Provide fair, and effective formative and summative assessments.

o Provide assessment results to students to support their learning and on-going development.

o Monitor reliability, validity, and alignment of exams with learning objectives and course content.

10% - Faculty Recruitment, Support & Development

• If the Radiology content director themself is not personally teaching a session, they are responsible to recruit and develop faculty for delivering, facilitating, and/or precepting educational content that aligns with session objectives and fits the overall longitudinal content as well as the current course.
• Work with OME and curriculum office to coordinate facilitator and faculty development needs.
• Assure a professional learning climate.

15% - Collaborative meeting attendance and participation

• Work with other Content Directors to improve and standardize elements of curriculum, develop policies, provide input, ensure compliance with LCME standards, as well as disseminate best practices.
• Attendance and participation at these meetings and curriculum retreats are priorities.
• See specific curriculum committee bylaws for meeting frequency and minimum attendance requirements.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

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, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

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:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• M.D., D.O., Ph.D. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Applicants must have permission from their clinic or department to assume role

Senior Instructor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• M.D., D.O., Ph.D. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Applicants must have permission from their clinic or department to assume role

Assistant Professor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• M.D., D.O., Ph.D. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Applicants must have permission from their clinic or department to assume role

Associate Professor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• M.D., D.O., Ph.D. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Applicants must have permission from their clinic or department to assume role

Professor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• M.D., D.O., Ph.D. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Applicants must have permission from their clinic or department to assume role

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years of teaching experience to medical students.
• Working experience and knowledge of the medical education curriculum at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Preferred start date: Negotiable, but desired is by November 1, 2026.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and value working within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to cultivate relationships with both university and community physicians and be available to answer questions and problem solve as needed.
• Ability to maintain sustainable relationships with other faculty in the school of medicine and work to ensure the Pre-clerkship Curriculum is well represented within the school.
• Skilled at and enjoy working with students, helping them with any preceptor issues, providing advice on how to troubleshoot/resolve issues, and assisting students to ensure their success.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

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: Nicole Kelp-Sullivan NICOLE.KELP@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 3rd, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor: $12,500 as 0.05 FTE salary support, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000.

Senior Instructor: $12,500 as 0.05 FTE salary support, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000.

Assistant Professor: $12,500 as 0.05 FTE salary support, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000.

Associate Professor: $12,500 as 0.05 FTE salary support, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000.

Professor: $12,500 as 0.05 FTE salary support, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000.

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.

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 - 20038 - SOM-DEAN EO UME

Schedule

: Part-time

Posting Date

: Sep 3, 2026

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Nicole Kelp-Sullivan

Posting Contact Email: NICOLE.KELP@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Position Number: 00852780