University of Colorado Denver

Department: Pharmacology

Job Title: Open Rank Assistant or Associate Professor

Position #00813441 - Requisition #30883

Job Summary:

The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking applicants to fill tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level in the area of cancer biology. We are interested in candidates working at the mechanistic and/or the systems level to study fundamental questions related to cancer development, progression, metastasis, and therapeutic interventions. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: basic research with relevance to cancer; development and utilization of cutting edge technologies; use of pharmacological interventions as tools for understanding signaling and/or as potential therapeutics; the integration of computational approaches with bench science. Additional details about the position can be found here: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/pharmacology/

The Department of Pharmacology is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all individuals who would thrive in a collaborative and collegial scientific environment. Applicants should be enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring students from the 13 interdepartmental graduate training programs.

Applicants must have a PhD and/or MD degree and appropriate and sufficient post-doctoral experience to establish and/or maintain an independent research program competitively funded by extramural grant support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform cutting edge and impactful cancer-related research
• Publish academic research articles in peer-reviewed journals and disseminate results at national/international conferences
• Obtain and maintain funding to support the candidate's research program
• Mentor trainees (graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, summer interns) in academic research methodologies and career development
• Teach in graduate training courses
• Perform service-related activities in the department and institution, as well as nationally

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pharmacology is a collegial interdisciplinary scientific group, offering a highly collaborative environment to support the development of the candidate's research program in cancer biology. Our faculty have broad strengths in cancer biology, signal transduction, epigenetics, structural biology, and neuroscience, with a focus on molecular mechanisms relevant to disease.

The department and University offer outstanding resources to support new faculty, including competitive salary and start-up support, junior faculty mentoring and guidance, administrative support, well-supported core facilities, NCI-designated University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center, Department of Biomedical Informatics, and a strong collegial research environment.

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 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.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

• PhD and/or MD degree
• Academic peer-reviewed publication record in the broad area of cancer research

Associate Professor:

• PhD and/or MD degree
• Academic peer-reviewed publication record in the broad area of cancer research
• Track record of extramural funding while currently holding at least one R01 (or equivalent) grant.
• Track record of training graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A track record of competitive, peer-reviewed grant funding
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
• Mentorship experience of trainees (undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral researchers)
• A track record of national and/or international invited talks

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated excellence, originality, and productivity in research
• Having received formal training in mentorship and/or teaching
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• The goal to establish and/or maintain an independent research program competitively funded by extramural grant support

How to Apply:

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

1. A letter of application (cover letter) which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current CV/resume
3. Five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
4. A research statement including previous accomplishments and ongoing/future plans, limited to 2 pages
5. A teaching statement including your interests, philosophy, and areas you aim to contribute, limited to 2 pages
6. A statement on your contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion as a faculty member, limited to 2 pages

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

Questions should be directed to: James Costello, james.costello@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by November 1, 2023. 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:

Assistant Professor: $125,000 to $140,000

Associate Professor: $140,000 to $160,000

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Denver 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.