Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Colorado School Of Medicine is seeking applicants at the Assistant Professor level for an Infectious Disease Advanced Practice Provider. This position would be based in the University of Colorado Hospital Infectious Disease Group Practice (IDGP) and its HIV/AIDS Clinical Program, and the Division of Infectious Diseases. The position would involve direct HIV patient care in the practice as well as involvement with other infectious disease-related care, including attending on the inpatient ID consult service. The IDGP is composed of a busy primary HIV practice consisting of 1800 patients of diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as an active ID consultative service for long-term IV antibiotics, travel-related illnesses and general infectious disease problems. Clinical responsibilities include approximately 4-5 clinic sessions per week and 10-14 weeks per year of attending on the inpatient infectious disease consult service. As a member of the Infectious Disease Division, the applicant will also have opportunities to participate in teaching and research activities in the division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inpatient Service Rounding
• Outpatient Clinic as needed
• Pre-transplant evaluations
• Transplant or general hospital/OPAT follow ups
• Pre-travel evaluations
• General ID evaluations and follow-ups

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

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 $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.  

• Nurse practitioner or Physician Assistant training.
• Eligible or licensed in Colorado.
• Certified to see adults.
• One year or more of post training inpatient experience (a year-long hospitalist fellowship also satisfies this requirement) 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent beside manner and physical exam skills.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with other medical providers and disciplines.
• General Internal Medicine knowledge base
• HIV/Infectious Diseases background preferred but training will be provided on the job. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• ID clinical practice skills
• Collegiality
• Ability to liaison well with other inpatient services
• Teaching and mentoring skills
• Scholarly work according to interest and aptitude 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Darian Crosby - [email protected]  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 21, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$100,000 - $125,000

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

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 [email protected] ​.

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 .