Assistant Professor, Cytopathologist/Surgical Pathologist

Job Summary:

This permanent full-time position in the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, to be based at the University of Colorado Hospital in the Department of Pathology Anatomic Pathology laboratory and practice. This position will serve as an attending academic anatomic pathologist, will practice as part of subspecialty pathology teams in cytopathology and surgical pathology.  As an academic pathologist, clinical work will include teaching residents and fellows using case based and didactic methods, as well as scholarly activities. Given the acute nature of the work, night and weekend call in rotation with other attending pathologists will be required.

The academic appointment, at rank of Assistant Professor, requires the candidate to have significant medical training and experience with demonstrated expertise in anatomic pathology, teaching and scholarship.

Key Responsibilities:

• 80% Attending Pathologist based in the Department of Pathology Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology based at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH), Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC), Aurora, CO. This includes case based sign out in surgical pathology as well as cytopathology, rotating with other attending physicians (typically 32-34 weeks per year) as well as intermittent after hours call for frozen sections,  clinical consultation to peers in pathology, and fulfilling the responsibilities of covering Multidisciplinary Conferences (MDC), participating in hospital or departmental committees, or mandatory meetings of faculty in pathology.
• 10% Engage in teaching activities, including small and large group didactic conferences, one on one teaching of medical students, residents and fellows. This includes joining faculty of residency in pathology, as well as fellowships in surgical pathology and cytopathology. As a teaching physician, you must participate in the review, evaluation, and subspecialty education of clinical trainees. As a PhD, you may also choose to participate in the review, evaluation and teaching of graduate students associated with departmental labs or programs.
• 10% Engage in scholarship, as broadly defined in the matrix of the University of Colorado School of Medicine. You are not expected to acquire external funding, however, you may participate in funded research and also apply for pilot funding through Department of Pathology and other programs.·          

Work Location:

Onsite – The position is 100% on site, without the ability to cover anatomic pathology clinical service from off campus or at a distance with the exception of consultation in unique cases after hours.  

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Denver /Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC) is a public research University serving more than 18,000 students. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty, and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The University received over $760 million in research awards last year. 

A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colo., it is one of the newest education, research, and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research, and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient’s bedside. 

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top institutions nationally in clinical care, education, and research. Its 230-acre campus, designed to enhance collaboration and interprofessional education, hosts the College of Nursing; the Schools of Dental Medicine, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Public Health; the Graduate School; a Health Sciences Library; and three hospitals. Strategically located contiguous to the campus are a biosciences research park, housing, entertainment/restaurants, and open space. UC Denver/Anschutz offers two undergraduate degrees, 35 graduate degrees, and has five first-professional programs. The School of Medicine is well recognized for outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs, outstanding faculty, and cutting-edge research. The Department of Pathology employs 130 faculty with diverse expertise from basic science to the practice of human and veterinary medicine, broadly focused on the study, diagnosis and treatment of disease and training the next generation of healthcare and scientific professionals. 

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.  

• Board certified in anatomic pathology and cytopathology by the American Board of Pathology.
• Must demonstrate excellence and experience in both surgical pathology and cytopathology, and have completed GME accredited fellowships in both areas at the time of hire.
• In cytopathology, the successful candidate must have significant experience in ROSE (rapid on site evaluation) in the procedure room or operating room, and have experience in working with the proceduralist to ensure that the appropriate work up sampling is enacted at the time of the FNA or core biopsy he/she attends. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Residency and fellowship training at complex academic centers are preferred, given the complexity of surgical pathology and cytopathology cases that come to our quaternary care based practice.
• A history of research or other academic degrees, experience in molecular pathology or genetics are preferred.
• Candidates must have a mentor and a plan, that will facilitate career development within the department and in their clinical areas of expertise.
• In surgical pathology the candidate should have subspecialty interest and be willing to practice on subspecialty-based teams with colleagues, rather than in general surgical pathology.
• The candidate must also have significant expertise in the performance and teaching of FNA methods, and be willing to perform biopsies in the departmental clinic or at the patient bedside, with trainees in attendance.
• Experience in lab management and Informatics are preferred. 

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

Questions should be directed to: [email protected]

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

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and closes five (5) days after posting on February 13, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$220,000 to $240,000

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 .