Open Rank AssistantAssociate Professor – Clinical Breast Oncology Program at University of Colorado

University of Colorado AnschutzDepartment:DOM/Medical OncologyJob Title:Open Rank Assistant/Associate Professor Clinical Breast Oncology ProgramPosition # Requisition #38403 Job Summary:The Division of Medical Oncology is seeking to recruit an outstanding early Associate or late Assistant Professor level mid-career academic clinical physician to join a robust and growing breast cancer oncology program. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in breast medical oncology as well as general oncology knowledge and have an interest in clinical research in breast cancer. Candidates with an interest in clinical administration and/or quality measures will be given high priority. The candidate must have excellent clinical skills and be comfortable taking care of breast cancer from early to late stages. The candidate will be expected to work with a large team of clinicians administrators and staff across multiple care sites and in a multidisciplinary format. The candidate will be potentially eligible for the Clinical Program Lead for Breast Medical Oncology based on experience and interests. Key Responsibilities:See patients diagnosed with or at risk for breast cancer in our Anschutz clinic location approximately 2.5-3 days/week.Participate in the breast cancer multidisciplinary clinic 1-2 sessions/week.Serve in the inpatient rotation for coverage of the medical oncology consult and/or inpatient service.Enroll patients to available clinical trials and lead clinical trials either pharma cooperative group and/or investigator lead across the consortiumParticipation in national clinical breast research through the NCTN mechanism is expected.As the clinical lead for the breast medical oncology program the position will report to the Co-Director of the Diane OConnor Thompson Breast Cancer Dr. Borges and will have the following additional responsibilities:Moderate tumor board(s) and clinical programmatic conferences with the goal of ensuring adherence to evidenced based care multidisciplinary clinical pathways and reduce care variation.Assist with the monitoring of performance metrics of the clinical program including performing annual reviews and periodic performance reviews required for the med onc breast program.Assist with Mid-Career reviews for faculty of the Breast Medical Oncology program as well as APP and clinical faculty promotions.Work in partnership with the Medical Oncology Co-Director and the Clinical Practice Manage of the of Diane OConnor Thompson Breast Cancer to enhance operational efficiency including clinic personnel issues where appropriate.Participate in the integration of the academic mission into all sites of care and specific performance improvement projects.Oversee the Breast Joint Operations Committee and participate in the organization of the annual meeting(s) and determination of annual JOC clinical goals and QI projects.Be available to the clinical nurse navigator and nursing staff for the specific disease program for any specific new patient intake questions and coordination.Be available to the Care Clinic and Inpatient Consult serve for assistance with de novo patient presentations undergoing workup with a probable breast cancer diagnosis and work with the clinical staff and providers to ensure timeline import of these patients into their longitudinal clinical care.Participate in Cancer Center Operations Council for improvement of Clinical Quality Patient Safety Efficiency and overall Satisfaction of the Cancer Center as well as attendance at local and regional cancer operations and leadership meetings when requested. Work Location:Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO. Clinical responsibilities may also be based at one of our satellite clinics all of which are in the Denver metro area. Why Join Us:CU Anschutz is an academic medical campus at the forefront of transformative education science medicine and healthcare. From heart disease to cancer Alzheimers to COVID-19 our campus and collaborative partnerships advance the life-changing discoveries of tomorrow. We educate 4500 degree-seeking future health professionals and see over 2 million patient visits annually with $704 million in annual research the Department of Medicine alone we have more than 1000 faculty 192 residents and 200 fellows distributed in 14 divisions our clinical research and academic programs attract the best providers investigators staff and students from around the world who are transforming the future of health care.In Medical Oncology our faculty are acknowledged both nationally and internationally for their innovative work in cancer research resulting in regular collaborations with a variety of institutions globally in addition to collaborations with colleagues within our own division and institution.Why work for the University We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: Medical: Multiple plan optionsDental: Multiple plan optionsAdditional Insurance: Disability Life VisionRetirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross payPaid Time Off: Accruals over the yearVacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)Holiday Days: 10/yearTuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campusesECO 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 or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below: Assistant ProfessorLicensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S. or equivalent if a non-U.S. graduate must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.Board certified in Oncology Associate ProfessorLicensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S. or equivalent if a non-U.S. graduate must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.Board certified in Oncology5-12 years of experience and achievement in clinical activity research and education. Preferred Qualifications:Experience specifically in breast oncology in a clinical setting Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.Outstanding customer service skills.Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at Questions should be directed to: Stephanie Fields Screening of Applications Begins:Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified but preference will be given to complete applications received by February 1 2026. 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: $00Associate Professor: $00 The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys 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: 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 . 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 othervaccine 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 addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.Required Experience:IC Key Skills AI,Genetics,Clinical Trials,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Program Development,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 220000 - 245000