Job Details

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor Lung Transplant

Position Number: 6690989
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Other Medicine

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor Lung Transplant

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor - Lung Transplant - 38162 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Medicine | Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine AND Section of Transplant Medicine

Job Title:

Position #00729719 - Requisition #38162

Job Summary:

This is a full time Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor position to conduct clinical duties within the Lung Transplant Program, part of the University of Colorado Hospital Transplant Center, Section of Transplant Medicine, and the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine. The candidate's primary responsibility will be working as a pulmonologist in the area of Lung Transplantation. The majority of your time will be dedicated to clinical responsibilities, which are defined on an ongoing basis and will be based on Inpatient/Outpatient needs of the Lung Transplant Program and the Section of Transplant Medicine. This position requires significant teamwork and a commitment to administrative duties associated with lung transplantation, including participation in the weekly multidisciplinary selection committee meetings, outreach, and collaboration on QAPI projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing inpatient and outpatient medical care for lung transplant candidates and recipients throughout the course of their lives.
Taking organ donor call, assessing potential donors for suitability for transplant, managing donors until procurement
Immediate post-operative medical management of lung transplant recipients
Performing bronchoscopies, including transbronchial lung biopsies
Active participation in the multidisciplinary lung transplant selection committee, rounds, faculty meetings and Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement initiatives
ECMO management of lung transplant candidates and recipients
Supervision and education of house staff and advanced practice providers
Professional communication with referring and partnering providers
Providing clinical support to nurse coordinators
Engaging in program growth and community outreach efforts

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

About the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine

Thank you for your interest in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! Our over 140 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents.

We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

About the Section of Transplant Medicine

The Section of Transplant Medicine constitutes the faculty that provide > 50% of their clinical time in the field of transplant medicine. This section includes faculty from lung transplant, liver transplant, heart transplant, kidney transplant, and transplant infectious diseases. This vibrant community of over 30 physicians and 20 APPs work collaboratively to ensure our life saving programs achieve the highest quality standards and use the most innovative and advanced techniques.

About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

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.

Equal 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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

Assistant Professor

Candidate must have an M.D. or DO degree or equivalent.
Training and background in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Experience in lung transplantation
Board certified or board eligible

Associate Professor

Candidate must have an M.D. or DO degree or equivalent.
Training and background in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Experience in lung transplantation
Board certified or board eligible
Must meet promotion requirements for associate professor as determined by the School of Medicine. https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/faculty/facultyaffairs/faculty-tracks-and-rank

Professor

Candidate must have an M.D. or DO degree or equivalent.
Training and background in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Experience in lung transplantation
Board certified or board eligible
Must meet promotion requirements for professor as determined by the School of Medicine. https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/faculty/facultyaffairs/faculty-tracks-and-rank

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience educating medical students, residents, fellows, and others
Clinical and/or translational research in the field of transplantation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures.
Knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of disorders and diseases of the lungs and associated with lung transplantation.
Ability to work independently, as well as serving as a team member.
Skilled in the use of an EMR for patient charting and all standard office software.
Ability to develop collaborative or independent research projects.
Educational skills, adjusted to various learners.

How to Apply:

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

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

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

Questions should be directed to: Alice Gray, MD, alice.l.gray@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by December 31, 2025. 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: $225,000 - $275,000
Associate Professor: $275,000 - $300,000
Professor: $300,000-$325,000

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 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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20219 - SOM-MED-PUL GENERAL OPERATIONS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Oct 31, 2025 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Alice Gray Posting Contact Email: alice.l.gray@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00729719

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=38162&lang=en