Primary Care Researcher and Green Edelman Endowed Chair in Practice- Research

Overview

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department of Family Medicine | School of Medicine

Primary Care Researcher and Green Edelman Endowed Chair in Practice-Based Research – Open Rank – Associate, Professor

The University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM) Department of Family Medicine (DFM) seeks an experienced researcher to fill the Green Edelman Endowed Chair in Practice-Based Research to collaborate and contribute to an active and growing research program in the DFM. This faculty position is for an established researcher with a strong history of continuous funding who will utilize the Green Edelman position to further practice-based primary care research devoted to improving primary care, especially in the state of Colorado.

This position is predominantly research focused, although some clinical work or teaching is possible depending on candidate background and interests. The position will involve partnership with diverse programs, departments and disciplines across the CU SOM, as well as other schools, community and academic partner organizations. This role has a key role in collaborating and participating in the Colorado Ambulatory Partnership for Health Innovation and Research Excellence (CAMPHIRE) and the DFM structure supporting and engaging with Colorado primary care practices.

The selected candidate may be eligible upon hire, or in the future, for a specific CAMPHIRE leadership role, however this is distinct from the Endowed Chair faculty position.

• Secure grants and contracts (PI and MPI) in health services research and participate as a Co‑I in active research projects.
• Prepare manuscripts, edit and disseminate research results.
• Identify opportunities to collaborate with teams across departments, local organizations and academic institutions nationwide to conduct research and disseminate findings and tested interventions.
• Build and maintain relationships with clinicians in the DFM, across campus, and in community and clinical settings.
• Establish and maintain communication and promote collaboration within CU and other organizations.
• Provide professional development and research mentorship to junior faculty, research staff, residents and fellows in the DFM.
• Provide oversight of project staff and identify professional development opportunities.
• May provide clinical services in primary care or specialty clinics as determined by the department and candidate.
• May provide teaching in SOM or other clinical areas or non‑clinical areas as determined by the department and candidate.

Hybrid – eligible for a 3‑day per week on‑campus schedule and as needed for in‑person meetings.

Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, vision, 401(a) plan with employer contribution 10% of gross pay, paid time off, vacation, sick days, holiday days and tuition benefit.

• 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/year
• Sick days: 15/year
• Holiday days: 10/year
• Tuition benefit
• ECO Pass: reduced rate RTD bus and light rail service

• Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO) or PhD or equivalent in behavioral or social sciences, public health, nursing, pharmacy, or another relevant area.
• Graduation from an accredited graduate program and at least 5 years of experience working in practice‑based research, implementation science, clinical trials, community‑based research related to primary care practices, or health services research.
• Track record of and demonstrated potential for extramurally funded research in practice‑based research settings and in topical areas aligned with the department's focus on primary care and practice‑based research.
• For physicians – ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate; ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.

• Experience leading or involvement with practice‑based research networks.
• Experience…