University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Neurology

Job Title: Epilepsy I - Open Rank- Assistant, Associate, Professor

Position #00842931: - Requisition #38421:

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurology at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking to recruit dynamic candidates to expand its clinical and basic science research programs within our several of our sub-specialties. The position is full-time faculty, with the opportunity for academic promotion, which is determined on criteria of demonstrated excellence in the areas of education, research, clinical care, and community service. We are seeking individuals who are collaborative, communicative, caring, detail oriented, organized, proactive, able to think critically, focused on quality, dedicated to personal growth, and highly motivated.

The position is located at the University of Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus. Hours will be dependent on business need (i.e., patient volume, schedules, research study needs). We are the premier research university in Colorado, serving more than 30,000 undergraduate, graduate and health professions students in Denver, Aurora and online and awarding nearly 4,000 degrees each year. The renowned researchers and award-winning faculty offer more than 100-degree programs through 13 colleges and schools. The University's School of Medicine was awarded more than $757 million in research grants and contracts. The Anschutz Medical Campus includes over 5 million square feet of research, educational and clinical space on 227 acres.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties in this faculty position will include teaching, research and service responsibilities. The overall determination of research and clinical activities and allocation of time and effort will be subject to the determination of the Section Head.

Clinical duties may include responsibilities at the faculty-level for in-patient / out-patient services as well as consultations, and emergency consultation of the Neurology Department. While on service, obligations will include supervision of medical students, residents, and some fellows, supervision of patient procedures, and teaching of the house-staff as well as students.

Teaching activities include attending neurology services, leading teaching conferences and training medical students, residents, and fellows.

Administrative responsibilities will include data entry into hospital systems, development of critical pathways, committee work and projects aimed at improving the specialty and department mission. It is assumed the bulk of this non-clinical time will be spent working toward the production of scholarship activities. Attendance at meetings and educational events of the department and specialty programs is expected. Other duties may be assigned as need arises.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

This faculty position will work in the Epilepsy Section, which currently has 10 Epileptologists, 9 APPs, and 2 fellows. The Epilepsy Section runs several multidisciplinary collaborative and critical care clinics including the Epilepsy pregnancy clinic, Tuberous Sclerosis clinic, Functional Neurological Disorders Clinic, Neuro-feedback clinic, Diet clinic, Neuro-modulation clinic, Pre-surgery clinic, Surgery clinic, and Tele-epilepsy. The Epileptologists and Epilepsy APPs also rotate through and are responsible for staffing the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and inpatient EEG service (cEEG). All of these activities take place at UCHealth or surrounding Denver metro assigned sites. Opportunities are available to join or develop clinical and basic science research related to epilepsy and to participate in administrative or educational leadership and in program development.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
• Medical: Multiple plan option
• Dental: Multiple plan option
• 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 campuse
• 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.

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:

Assistant Professor:
• MD degree
• Applicants must have completed fellowship training in Epilepsy, or neurophysiology
• Applicants must be Board Certified or eligible to be board certified before start date
• A State of Colorado medical license and DEA license must be obtained on or before hire date

Associate Professor:
• MD degree
• Applicants must have completed fellowship training in Epilepsy, or neurophysiology
• Applicants must be Board Certified or eligible to be board certified before start date
• A State of Colorado medical license and DEA license must be obtained on or before hire date
• Applicants must have a scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Associate Professor level in the School of Medicine

Professor:
• MD degree
• Applicants must have completed fellowship training in Epilepsy, or neurophysiology
• Applicants must be Board Certified or eligible to be board certified before start date
• A State of Colorado medical license and DEA license must be obtained on or before hire date
• Applicants must have a scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Professor level in the School of Medicine

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working in an Academic Medical setting
• A record of previous or current research activity and funding is highly desirable
• Additional board certifications eligibility

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and within diverse team structure
• Patient Privacy rights and patient safety as well as excellent patient rapport
• A positive, motivated, engaged, and caring attitude
• Empathetic to patients with chronic illnesse
• Great attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work with colleagues and patients in a confidential and professional manner
• Practices and follows good documentation processe
• Dedication to professional development and life-long learning
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible
• Experience with web-based tracking systems and Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access)

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: Neurology, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by February 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $260,000 to $270,000

Associate Professor: $270,000 to $280,000

Professor: $280,000 to $300,000

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 [email protected].

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.