OPEN RANK Sleep MD – Assistant or Associate Professor (multiple openings)

Job Summary:

The sleep center at the University of Colorado Hospital is seeking applicants for a full-time board-certified or board eligible sleep medicine physician.  We are a multi-disciplinary sleep group focusing on providing comprehensive and state-of-the-art care to a diverse population, and there are tremendous opportunities to be a part of a growing academic program. 

The sleep center is a part of the Comprehensive Lungs and Breathing Program, which allows practitioners to work within a collaborative environment with related subspecialties.  We currently have a 4-bed in-laboratory facility and a robust home sleep testing program.  There are plans for continued growth of both the in-laboratory and home testing facilities, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a program with rapid growth potential.

The University Of Colorado School Of Medicine is an excellent choice for the candidate who is seeking a career in a world-class academic medical center. We are 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluation of patients in the clinical setting
• Interpretation of both home and in-lab sleep studies
• Collaboration in education and research efforts of the sleep program 

Why Join Us:

About the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine

Thank you for your interest in the Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! Our over 140 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents.

However, we do not rest on our laurels! We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

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 .

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:

• 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
• Vacation Days: 22 (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15 (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10
• Tuition Benefit:  Employees have access to this the benefit on all CU campuses 
• ECO Pass:  RTD Bus and light rail service
• Additional Perks & Programs:  Click here to access a few more Perks and Programs

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.

The Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, engage with diverse perspectives through a growth mindset, and maximize the success and inclusion of all trainees, staff, and faculty. We are committed to creating a healthy work environment that values and promotes the well-being of our trainees, staff, and faculty. Though we are a large division, we are continuously fostering our supportive community that values diversity and inclusion.  

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.  

Assistant Professor:

• Medical degree (MD/DO) from an accredited School of Medicine
• Board certified or board eligible in Sleep Medicine
• Completion of a Sleep Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
• Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the State of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
• Completion of Sleep Medicine accredited training with an appropriate medical specialty 

Associate Professor:

• Current or past faculty appointment as an Assistant or Associate Professor in an academic medical institution
• Medical degree (MD/DO) from an accredited School of Medicine
• Board certified or board eligible in Sleep Medicine
• Completion of a Sleep Fellowship (ACGME accredited)
• Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the State of Colorado with prescriptive privileges by the time of hire
• Completion of Sleep Medicine accredited training with an appropriate medical specialty 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Appropriate background specialty prior to sleep medicine training
• Prior experience in the development of a sleep center in an academic setting
• Accomplishment in basic, clinical, health services, translational, or educational research
• General Internal Medicine knowledge and skills 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures
• Ability to work independently, as well as serving as a team member
• Skilled in the use of and EMR for patient charting and all standard office software
• Ability to develop collaborative or independent research projects
• Ability to provide educational knowledge and skills to various learners
• Excellent communication skills to interact with learners, faculty, healthcare teams, administrators, community organizations, and donors 

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: Marci Terrell at [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

This is an ongoing search for multiple positions/ranks and screening will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Priority date and closing of search will occur on March 31, 2024.  

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $84,352 to $275,000

Associate Professor: $94,710 to $300,000

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 accommodation 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 .