Primary Care Researcher Associate, Professor

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

Job Title: Primary Care Researcher:
Open Rank - Associate, Professor

Position #:

- Requisition #38278:

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM) Department of Family (DFM) seeks an experienced researcher to collaborate and contribute to an active and growing research program in the DFM. This position will be predominantly research, although some clinical work or teaching is possible depending upon candidate background and interests. The position will involve partnership with diverse programs, departments, centers, and disciplines across the CU SOM, as well as other schools, community and academic partner organizations.

A specific candidate content area of interest is not required; although we are especially interested in applicants with transdisciplinary interests and expertise in 'exercise as medicine', whole person health and chronic pain, addictions and/or behavioral health or in as key areas for research opportunity and growth.

Position Duties:

The research faculty member will progress their own research agenda as well as participate in DFM projects and will serve as a resource and mentor to junior faculty and trainees for developing health services research. This position reports to the Vice Chair of Research in the DFM. Specific duties include:

* Secure federal and other large grants and contracts/contract vehicles (as PI and MPI) in health services and/or clinical trials research and participating (as a Co-I) in active research.

* Secure other grants and contracts/contract vehicles (as PI and MPI) from different funders, which may include industry and foundations.

* Manuscript preparation, editing, mentoring and innovative approaches to dissemination of results.

* Collaborate with teams across departments, local organizations, and academic institutions across the country 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 and research staff in the DFM.

* Provide oversight of project staff and identify professional development opportunities.

* May provide clinical services in our primary care clinics, as determined by the department and candidate.

* May provide teaching in SOM or other clinical areas, as determined by the department and candidate.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The CU Anschutz Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is one of the largest and receives some of the highest amounts of grant-funded research in the U.S. Currently #11 on the NIH Blue Ridge Rankings, the DFM has a vibrant research environment in which to grow one's career. We are innovators and experts in the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge through translational and practice-based research.

Overall, CU Anschutz boasts excellent resources and centers, along with a collaborative spirit which promotes growth and opportunity. Join us and experience all that CU Anschutz, the DFM, and Colorado have to offer.

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/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

* Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

* Holiday Days: 10/year

* Tuition Benefit:
Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

* ECO Pass:
Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum…