Primary Care Researcher and Green Edelman Endowed Chair in Practice-Based Research- Open Rank- Associate, Professor

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM) Department of Family (DFM) seeks an experienced researcher to fill the Green Edelman Endowed Chair in Practice-Based Research to collaborate and contribute to an active and growing research program in the DFM. This is a faculty position for an established researcher with a strong history of continuous funding who will utilize the Green Edelman position to further practice-based primary care research devoted to improving primary care, especially in the state of Colorado.

This position will be predominantly research focused, although some clinical work or teaching is possible depending upon candidate background and interests. The position will involve partnership with diverse programs, departments and disciplines across the CU SOM, as well as other schools, community and academic partner organizations. This position has a key role in collaborating and participating in the Colorado Ambulatory Partnership for Health Innovation and Research Excellence (CAMPHIRE), the DFM structure for supporting and engaging with Colorado primary care practices. The selected candidate may be eligible upon hire, or in the future, for a specific CAMPHIRE leadership role, however this is distinct from the Endowed Chair faculty position.

A specific candidate content area of interest and expertise is not required; although we are especially interested in the areas of practice and quality improvement, diabetes, obesity, exercise as medicine, cancer prevention and control, additions and/or chronic pain management and behavioral health. Research methods including drug, device and technology clinical trials, as well as pragmatic research methods are especially welcome. Existing methodological and content areas of expertise include: dissemination and implementation models and frameworks, pragmatic research methods and evaluation, qualitative and mixed methods approaches, clinical trials of innovative drugs, devices and treatments, social drivers of health, digital health and on-line resources, primary care and geriatric research, multi-level programs, health behavior change including diabetes and obesity, cancer prevention and control, and child health and welfare.

Position Duties:

The research faculty member will progress their own research as well as participate in DFM projects and will serve as a resource and mentor to junior faculty and trainees for developing health services research. This position reports to the Vice Chair of Research in the DFM. Specific duties include:

· Secure grants and contracts/contract vehicles (as PI and MPI) in health services research and participating (as a Co-I) in active research

· Manuscript preparation, editing, and dissemination of results

· Identify opportunities to collaborate with teams across departments, local organizations, and academic institutions across the country to conduct research and disseminate findings and tested interventions

· Build and maintain relationships with clinicians in the DFM, across campus, and in community and clinical settings

· Establish and maintain communication and promote collaboration within CU and other organizations

· Provide professional development and research mentorship to junior faculty, research staff, residents and fellows in the DFM

· Provide oversight of project staff and identify professional development opportunities

· May provide clinical services in our primary care or specialty clinics, as determined by the department and candidate

· May provide teaching in SOM or other clinical areas or non-clinical areas, as determined by the department and candidate

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The CU Anschutz Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is one of the largest and receives some of the highest amounts of grant-funded research in the U.S. Currently #11 on the NIH Blue Ridge Rankings, the DFM has a vibrant research environment in which to grow one’s career. We are innovators and experts in the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge through translational and practice-based research. Overall, CU Anschutz boasts excellent resources and centers, along with a collaborative spirit which promotes growth and opportunity. Join us and experience all that CU Anschutz, the DFM, and Colorado have to offer.

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

· 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 campuses

· 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 Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Associate Professor:

· Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO) or PhD or equivalent in behavioral or social sciences, public health, nursing, pharmacy, or another relevant area.