Interventional Pulmonology Physician - Open Rank- Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Medicine - Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine

Job Title: Interventional Pulmonology Physician - Open Rank- Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor



Job Summary:

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has multiple openings for highly motivated physicians to join the Interventional Pulmonology Program within the Center for Lungs and Breathing at the University of Colorado Hospital. This full-time faculty position will include an academic appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Division supports a regionally and nationally recognized referral center providing comprehensive care for patients with complex pulmonary disease, thoracic malignancies, and advanced airway and pleural disorders. The successful candidate will join a growing, comprehensive Interventional Pulmonology program committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical innovation, education, and research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Care: Provide comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients with conditions requiring interventional pulmonary evaluation and management, including pulmonary nodules, thoracic malignancies, complex airway disorders, emphysema, and pleural disease.
• Advanced Procedural Services: Perform diagnostic and therapeutic interventional pulmonary procedures, including flexible and rigid bronchoscopy, robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, EBUS, airway dilation, tumor ablation and debulking, airway stenting, and pleural interventions.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Participate actively in multidisciplinary lung nodule conferences, thoracic oncology tumor boards, and other collaborative clinical programs to facilitate timely diagnosis and treatment.
• Longitudinal Patient Management: Provide comprehensive pre-procedural evaluation, procedural care, and post-procedural follow-up, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with referring physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Program Development: Contribute to the continued growth of the Interventional Pulmonology Program, including expansion of advanced procedural capabilities, development of outpatient clinical services, and implementation of efficient diagnostic and therapeutic pathways.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in initiatives to improve patient safety, procedural quality, clinical outcomes, and access to care, with particular emphasis on reducing time from referral or pulmonary nodule detection to definitive diagnosis and treatment.
• Education and Mentorship: Participate in the clinical education and mentorship of medical students, residents, pulmonary and critical care fellows, and other healthcare professionals. Contribute to the development of an Interventional Pulmonology fellowship training program.
• Research and Innovation: Engage in scholarly activities, clinical research, and evaluation of emerging interventional pulmonary technologies, with opportunities to participate in clinical trials and collaborative research initiatives.

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:

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:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.
• Completion of advanced fellowship training in Interventional Pulmonology.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine.
• Board certification or eligibility in Interventional Pulmonology through the American Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP).
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Colorado medical license.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the School of Medicine

Associate Professor:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.
• Completion of advanced fellowship training in Interventional Pulmonology.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine.
• Board certification or eligibility in Interventional Pulmonology through the American Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP).
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Colorado medical license.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Associate Professor level in the School of Medicine

Professor:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.
• Completion of advanced fellowship training in Interventional Pulmonology.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine.
• Board certification or eligibility in Interventional Pulmonology through the American Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP).
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Colorado medical license.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Scholarly and academic record consistent with appointment at the Professor level in the School of Medicine

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interest in academic program development, including the expansion of clinical services, development of educational programs, and advancement of clinical research.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Interest in clinical research, emerging technologies, and innovation in Interventional Pulmonology.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across specialties and contribute to multidisciplinary clinical programs.
• Interest in quality improvement, clinical operations, and development of efficient patient care pathways.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent procedural IP skills
• Knowledge of standard inpatient and outpatient clinical operations and procedures
• 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
• Ability to provide educational knowledge and skills 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 addre

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

Questions should be directed to: Marci Terrell at marci.terrell@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $95,256 to $275,000

Associate Professor: $112,260 to $300,000

Professor: $141,888 to $350,000

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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