Department: Pediatrics - Child Neurology

Job Title: Clinical Program Medical Director Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor



Job Summary:

This position will provide clinical care for patients with general neurological disorders, primarily in the inpatient service. The position will include clinical, research, service and teaching. Clinical responsibilities include participation in the outpatient general neurology clinic, 18-24 weeks of inpatient service to divided between neurocritical care and general neurology.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
• 4-10 weeks of Neuro-Hospitalist service
• 4-10 weeks of Neuro Critical Care Service
• No more than 24 weeks of combined inpatient service (as outlined above), including a maximum of 8 weekends of call per year that fulfills your annual cFTE expectation
• Outpatient clinics that, in addition to any inpatient weeks of service fulfills your annual cFTE expectations as set by the Department of Pediatric
• Care coordination with Primary Care providers, as well as with multidisciplinary team members (dietitians, psychologists, and medical providers)
• You may be asked to provide weekend coverage of the South or North campu
• You may be asked to provide clinical care services at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Main Campus and/or Network of Care facilities across the Denver metro area
• You may be asked to provide clinical care at outreach clinics as well as hold telehealth clinic
• Attend monthly faculty meeting
• Provide academic support through the training of fellows, residents, and medical student
• Attend relevant conferences and continuing education opportunitie
• Mentorship: Contribute to mentorship arrangements for faculty in Pediatrics and/or Neurology
• Education: Participate in the educational goals of the section, which include teaching, supervision and mentorship

Clinical Program Medical Director, Regional Program time (0.20 FTE):

You are being provided 0.20 FTE protected time in support on your efforts as focused on the development of pediatric neurology's regional care program and towards the development of your academic career plans. Specific activities will be as follows:
• Participate in administrative and professional development activities of the Section of Neurology.
• Engage and effectively collaborate with clinical faculty and trainees from other schools, departments and divisions across the Anschutz Medical Campus.
• Provide strategic and clinical leadership for Neurology's regional and external consultation services, ensuring alignment with CHCO and CU Anschutz priorities.
• Partner with section, regional, and institutional leaders to expand access, optimize care delivery models, and support sustainable program growth.
• Oversee clinical operations, provider engagement, and business planning to support high-quality care, faculty recruitment, and long-term funding strategies.

Work Location:

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

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 on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

SOM only (required language):

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate's demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Assistant Professor:
• 0-6 years of clinical experience, interest in pursuing academic promotion
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experience to allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Associate Professor:
• 6 or more years of clinical experience
• Prior experience with program development, teaching or research
• Examples of scholarship
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experience to allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Professor:
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain CO medical license
• 10 or more years of experience as an attending physician and academic qualifications to fulfill requirements of professor rank
• Experience with program development, teaching or research commensurate with professor rank
• Examples of scholarship commensurate with professor rank

Preferred Qualifications:
• Additional training and expertise in child neuromuscular care.
• Interest and experience in clinical research.
• Interest and experience in clinical trials.
• Interest and experience in education of medical students, residents/fellow
• Experience in leading regional clinical program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication skills.

Broad knowledge and clinical skills in general pediatric neurology and neuromuscular disorders.

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 addre

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

Questions should be directed to: David Spatt, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 5/30/27.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
• Assistant Professor: $220,000- $240,000
• Associate Professor: $249,874 - $ 270,000
• Professor: $282,816- $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.

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