Open Rank-Assistant or Associate Professor

Job Summary

This position will provide clinical care for patients with movement disorder (ataxia, chorea, dystonia, Huntington disease, metabolic movement disorders (such as neurotransmitter disorders or glut-1 transporter deficiency syndrome), myoclonus, rigidity, and parkinsonism) as well as general neurological disorders. The position will include clinical, research, service and teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Outpatient evaluation of children with Neurological Disorders
• On-going follow-up care both in clinic and by phone, for neurology patients
• Participation in the Tic, Tone and Tremor Clinic
• Participation in Complex Movement Clinic
• Participation in attending coverage of inpatient neurology consult service
• Development of a Deep brain stimulator program
• Collaboration with rehab medicine for the management of complex movement disorders associated with cerebral palsy
• Collaboration of patient care with staff neurologists as appropriate
• Teaching clinical care concepts to NP’s, PA’s, Residents and RNs.

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

The Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings. The Section of Child Neurology is nationally recognized for providing outstanding consultation, clinical care, and surgery for children and adolescents with neurological disorders. U.S. News & World Report ranked Child Neurology as one of the top 10 programs in the nation. As the largest medical center in the western region providing such broad expertise, The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neurology is the referral center for children and adolescents with neurological disorders for much of the western U.S.

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 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
  Board Certified 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

Condition of Employment

Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Curriculum vitae / Resume
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: David Spatt, David.Spatt@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, 2026 Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

HIRING RANGE: Assistant Professor: $217,300 to $235,000 Associate Professor: $245,675 to $267,765