Associate Professor - Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Biomedical Informatics

Job Title: Associate Professor - Professor

Position #00839019: – Requisition #:37595

Job Summary:

The Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI) in the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking a faculty member with a research program centered on developing a functional precision oncology program that moves discoveries to the bedside. The ideal candidate will use organoid-based or other rapid turnaround screens to generate uniquely valuable, clinically actionable data on meaningful timelines and who are excited to see those results drive real decisions in cancer care alongside efforts to uncover and develop more effective therapies.

The DBMI and CU Anschutz environments are ideally built for translation of work in this space through its strong connections to the University of Colorado Cancer Center, Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine, and other campus units focused on translation of data to practice. The ideal candidate will seek to lead prospective studies that close the loop from screening to care, mentor trainees at the bench-informatics interface, and help establish resources that enrich the campus environment.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Develop and lead an independent research program with extramural support. 

·         Develop screening platforms and methodologies that enable data-driven decision making on clinically meaningful time scales.

·         Collaborate with DBMI faculty and others within the discipline to combine screening with informatics approaches to advance the practice of personalized medicine. 

·         Individually and in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, obtain external funding and publish impactful manuscripts. 

·         Mentor pre- and post-doctoral non-clinical and clinical trainees. 

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 Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine offers a mature, campus-integrated environment for translating complex data to the point of care. The availability of health records for research through Health Data Compass, large-scale biobanking and genomics through the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine, and close collaboration with the University of Colorado Cancer Center provide ideal positioning. This setting is complemented by translational support from the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute, enabling studies that move from protocol to implementation on clinically meaningful timelines and at scale. The strong connections between CU and UCHealth and CHCO provide ideal conditions to generate functional profiling readouts and translate them to practice. Faculty benefit from adult and pediatric clinical partnerships. The result is a setting where rigorous science can make measurable, near-term contributions to cancer care while advancing the broader field of biomedical informatics through the creation of uniquely informative datasets.

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 Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Associate Professor:  

·         PhD in biomedical informatics or a related technical field (e.g., computer science, engineering, physics, applied mathematics, statistics) OR MD/DO plus graduate degree in an appropriate technical field 

·         A track record of accomplishments consistent with appointment to an Associate Professor position in DBMI in the CU SOM

Professor:  

·         PhD in biomedical informatics or a related technical field (e.g., computer science, engineering, physics, applied mathematics, statistics) OR MD/DO plus graduate degree in an appropriate technical field 

·         A track record of accomplishments consistent with appointment to an Professor position in DBMI in the CU SOM

Preferred Qualifications (All Ranks): 

·         Expertise in cross-disciplinary research, particularly in the areas of cancer biology, engineering, and structural biology

·         Experience with studying protein conformational changes in cancer cells and leveraging these changes for cancer therapy

·         Proficiency in precision medicine approaches, including the use of patient-derived tumor organoid models to tailor treatments 

·         Focus on rare tumors, with experience in studying under-characterized cancers that have limited or no standard of care

·         Post-doctoral experience applying technical expertise (e.g., computer science, engineering, physics, applied mathematics, statistics) to health-related applications or in clinical informatics 

·         Experience collaborating with researchers in multiple different domains and healthcare providers  

·         Accomplishments and publications in research areas spanning the boundary between the biomedical sciences and the computational sciences. 

·         Strong computational skills as evidenced by completed projects and developed software, tools, and systems 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

To be successful in this position, candidates will need to demonstrate/be the following: 

·         Self-motivation, responsibility, and dedication 

·         Exceptionally team-oriented and able to work with multidisciplinary teams at all levels 

·         Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

·         Ability to respectfully lead and supervise others to achieve high productivity 

·         Strong motivation to collaborate with investigators in multiple different domains 

How to Apply:

When applying, applicants must include:  

1.    A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and     outlines qualifications  

2.    A current Resume/CV  

3.    The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for 3-5. professional references, either attached to your resume/CV or uploaded as a separate document  

4.    Research Statement  

5.    Education and Teaching Philosophy  

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

Questions should be directed to: Michelle Fiandra - DBMI.HR dbmi.hr@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until August 25, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Associate Professor $176,000-$220,000

Professor $230,000-$250,000

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 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.