Physician​/Faculty – Orthopedic Infectious Diseases

Physician/Faculty – Orthopedic Infectious Diseases (Open Rank) position at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases. The primary interest is orthopedic infectious diseases clinically and in research. The ideal applicant will be ready to develop a clinical research program in orthopedic infections and mentor other faculty. Clinical duties will focus on inpatient and outpatient infectious diseases, with involvement in the musculoskeletal infections program, development of research projects and quality improvement, and participation in division educational activities.

This is a multidisciplinary role within the limb restoration and salvage team.

• Outpatient clinical services for general and orthopedic infectious diseases
• Inpatient consultative services on orthopedic and general services. Supervise fellow/resident/medical students on inpatient services
• Work with APPs and clinical support staff on inpatient and outpatient services
• Develop a clinical research program in orthopedic
• Engage in teaching and mentoring of trainees
• Publish scholarly work from research and quality improvement projects
• Participate in division case conferences, journal clubs and grand rounds
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds for discussion of complex infectious diseases cases with orthopedics, plastic surgery and other specialties

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below. Academic rank will be determined during the interview process after discussion between you and the department about your previous experience and academic desires.

• Assistant Professor: MD/DO (or equivalent) or MD-PhD degree;
  Completion of  at accredited program;
  Board certified/eligible
• Associate Professor: MD/DO (or equivalent) or MD-PhD degree;
  Completion of  at accredited program;
  Board certified/eligible
• Professor: MD/DO (or equivalent) or MD-PhD degree;
  Completion of  at accredited program;
  Board certified/eligible

• Experience in basic, translational or clinical research
• Demonstrated publication record
• Existing or potential extramural funding

• practice skills
• Collegiality
• Ability to collaborate with other specialties, particularly orthopedic surgeons
• Teaching and mentoring skills
• Scholarly work according to interest and aptitude

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically /cu-careers. Questions should be directed to:
Darian Crosby – Darian.

Crosby

Screening of applications begins. Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 8, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The anticipated pay range (hiring range) depends on academic rank:

• Assistant Professor: $190,000 to $210,000
• Associate Professor: $215,000 to $230,000
• Professor: $260,000 to $280,000

The above salary range is the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate. This position is not overtime eligible unless non-exempt. Total compensation includes generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions.

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator coordinator.

Background investigations are conducted for all prospective employees. Vaccination policies apply for work in our facilities; certain roles may require vaccination or medical surveillance.

Primary

Location:

Aurora

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule:

Full-time

Posting Date:
Jul 30, 2025

Unposting Date:
Ongoing

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