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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Neurology
Job Title: Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor
Position #: 00806955 – Requisition #:38473
Job Summary:
The University of Colorado School of Medicine seeks a general Pediatric
Neurologist to join our group of pediatric neurologists, including two
epileptologists and three nurse practitioners at their growing Children's
Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs site.
Our busy outpatient practice is located in a multidisciplinary ambulatory
center facilitating collaboration with other pediatric subspecialists including
Developmental and Behavioral pediatrics, Genetics and Neurosurgery. We
staff a 4 bed EMU and consult for a 121 bed free standing Children's
hospital including a 16 bed PICU a 50 bed NICU and a level 2 trauma
pediatric emergency department. Our mission is to provide excellent
pediatric neurology care to southern Colorado and neighboring states.
The parent campus, University of Colorado (CU) Anschutz Medical
Campus, is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500
students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of
life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare.
Colorado Springs was named the most desirable place to live in 2018 by
the Us News and World Report. It has been named as the fastest growing
city for millennials by the Metropolitan Policy Program at Brookings. It is
nestled at the foot of the southern Rocky Mountains and is located near the
base of Pikes Peak.
Key Responsibilities:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
Colorado Springs is ranked in the topmost desirable places to live in the United States by US News and World Report. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from a wide variety of activities ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, camping, golfing, and skiing. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak, America’s Mountain, this beautiful city can receive over 300 days of sunshine and offers an ideal climate year-round. Additionally, the city has a robust visual and performing arts community. It is home to the US Olympic Training Center and three universities including The Air Force Academy. All three universities have an active athletic department and performing arts. The Colorado Springs metro area has a population over 700,000 with excellent schools and a robust economy. While Colorado Springs has a lot to do, Denver is only 60 miles north – you can enjoy the benefits of both cities!
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:
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:
Assistant Professor
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
Questions should be directed to: Crystal Schiano, crystal.schiano@childrenscolorado.org.
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until 9/26/2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor :$217,300 - $245,000
Associate Professor: $250,000 - $290,000
Professor: $282,000 - $330,000
The above 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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .
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.
Faculty
Job Category
Faculty
Primary Location
Aurora
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Dec 10, 2025
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Department: Neurology
Job Title: Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor
Position #: 00806955 – Requisition #:38473
Job Summary:
The University of Colorado School of Medicine seeks a general Pediatric
Neurologist to join our group of pediatric neurologists, including two
epileptologists and three nurse practitioners at their growing Children's
Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs site.
Our busy outpatient practice is located in a multidisciplinary ambulatory
center facilitating collaboration with other pediatric subspecialists including
Developmental and Behavioral pediatrics, Genetics and Neurosurgery. We
staff a 4 bed EMU and consult for a 121 bed free standing Children's
hospital including a 16 bed PICU a 50 bed NICU and a level 2 trauma
pediatric emergency department. Our mission is to provide excellent
pediatric neurology care to southern Colorado and neighboring states.
The parent campus, University of Colorado (CU) Anschutz Medical
Campus, is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500
students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of
life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare.
Colorado Springs was named the most desirable place to live in 2018 by
the Us News and World Report. It has been named as the fastest growing
city for millennials by the Metropolitan Policy Program at Brookings. It is
nestled at the foot of the southern Rocky Mountains and is located near the
base of Pikes Peak.
Key Responsibilities:
- This is primarily a clinical position covering outpatient services for general neurology patients with some inpatient evaluation and management of children in our EMU.
- Inpatient call is shared equally with the other neurologists and provides coverage for the inpatient services and ED as well as calls from outside EDs and providers.
- There are teaching opportunities to medical students, residents, advanced
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
Colorado Springs is ranked in the topmost desirable places to live in the United States by US News and World Report. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from a wide variety of activities ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, camping, golfing, and skiing. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak, America’s Mountain, this beautiful city can receive over 300 days of sunshine and offers an ideal climate year-round. Additionally, the city has a robust visual and performing arts community. It is home to the US Olympic Training Center and three universities including The Air Force Academy. All three universities have an active athletic department and performing arts. The Colorado Springs metro area has a population over 700,000 with excellent schools and a robust economy. While Colorado Springs has a lot to do, Denver is only 60 miles north – you can enjoy the benefits of both cities!
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
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:
Assistant Professor
- 0 – 4 years of experience as an attending physician (assistant professor)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
- Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.
- 4 – 6 years of experience as an attending physician and academic qualifications to fulfill requirements of associate professor rank
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
- Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.
- 6 – 8 years of experience as an attending physician and academic qualifications to fulfill requirements of professor rank
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
- Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.
- 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.
- Epilepsy training with qualifications to read EEGs is desirable.
- Willing to collaborate with the medical team to provide the highest quality of care to patients and their families.
- Ability to diagnose and treat patients with neurological diagnoses.
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
Questions should be directed to: Crystal Schiano, crystal.schiano@childrenscolorado.org.
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until 9/26/2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor :$217,300 - $245,000
Associate Professor: $250,000 - $290,000
Professor: $282,000 - $330,000
The above 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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .
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.
Faculty
Job Category
Faculty
Primary Location
Aurora
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Dec 10, 2025
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Salary : $217,300 - $245,000