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Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

University of Colorado -
Aurora, CO

Job Details

Full-time
$248,674 - $285,431 a year

Benefits

401(a)
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off

Qualifications

Working with pediatric populations
Pediatrics
Pediatric cardiology

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University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatric - Cardiology

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Position #00826740 – Requisition #:40261

Job Summary:

Provides pediatric cardiology services at the Briargate clinic in Colorado Springs, with additional outreach to communities across Southern Colorado. Delivers comprehensive, patient- and family-centered care, including diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of pediatric cardiovascular conditions. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and community providers to ensure coordinated, accessible care.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Provide outpatient cardiology services, including interpretation of external echocardiograms and EKGs
Participate in network-of-care and outreach clinic activities
Share in call responsibilities, distributed equitably among the Briargate cardiology team
Engage in community education initiatives and professional networking opportunities

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to be onsite and is based at pediatric cardiology outreach locations on Colorado’s Western Slope.

Why Join Us:

As the largest pediatric heart program in the region, we have performed more than 675 heart surgeries and about 1,000 heart catheterization every year since 2017. Our highly specialized pediatric heart surgeons and interventional cardiologists take on the most complex congenital heart defects (CHDs) and childhood heart conditions and achieve some of the best results in the nation. The Society of Thoracic Surgery requires a hospital to perform at least 250 heart surgeries per year to be considered a high-volume center. By far exceeding this, we gain more experience, which leads to better outcomes. The Heart Institute has 80 plus faculty members and continues to grow annually.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 11/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

To see what benefits are available, please visit:

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Doctorate degree (MD or DO)
Board Eligible in Pediatric Cardiology.
Ability to obtain CO medical license
DEA certificate
0-6 years of clinical experience, interest in pursuing academic promotion

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

For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology
Prior experience in outpatient cardiology including outreach
Minimum of 2 years of Heart Echo Imaging experience
Minimum of 2 years of ECG experience
Experience teaching and working with Trainees

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Deep knowledge of congenital heart disease anatomy, physiology and clinical implications
Strong communication skills
Must be able to multitask
Teach and train others with patience and provide mentorship
Build relationships with community and referring providers
Collaboration with other departments within the system

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 address

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

Questions should be directed to: Nicole Aviles, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 7/5/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$248,674 – 285,431

The above hiring rate 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.

Perks & Benefits:

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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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Aurora

Department: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20980 - SOM-PEDS Cardiology-GenOps

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Jun 30, 2026

Unposting Date: Jul 6, 2026, 12:59:00 AM

Posting Contact Name: Nicole Aviles

Posting Contact Email: [email protected]

Position Number: 00826740

University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatric - Cardiology

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Position #00826740 – Requisition #:40261

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University of Colorado Anschutz Department: Pediatric - Cardiology

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Position #00826740 – Requisition #:40261

University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatric - Cardiology