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University of Colorado · 1 month ago

Clinician Scientist - Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor

positionAurora, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid, Senior Level
money$250K/yr - $500K/yr

The University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking a clinician scientist for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Ophthalmology. This role will involve combining research and clinical ophthalmology, with a focus on establishing a research program in vision science.

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Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care at University of Colorado UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers (SAR) Eye Center in the medical management of ophthalmic disorders
Develop a vibrant and productive research program in vision science
Establish a competitive extramurally funded research program
Actively collaborate with other teams within the department and across campus to advance vision science and ophthalmology care
Participate in division case conferences, journal clubs and grand round
Mentor junior faculty

Qualification

MD with residency trainingFellowship training in ophthalmologyExtramural funding experiencePhD in relevant disciplineClinical management skillsResearch program in vision scienceKey opinion leader

Required

MD with approved residency training in ophthalmology including fellowship training
Have begun to establish a vision science research program
Knowledge and proficiency in clinical management of ophthalmologic conditions
A nascent or established research program in vision science

Preferred

PhD in a relevant discipline
Proven track record of extramural funding such as NIH K or R01 grants and evidence of the ability to establish an independent research program competitive for future extramural funding
Key opinion leader in their respective specialty

Benefits

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

Company

University of Colorado

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University of Colorado offers higher education and serving as the catalysts in business, arts, health, and community growth.
dateFounded in 1876
location
Denver, Colorado, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.cu.edu

H1B Sponsorship

University of Colorado has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$0.5M
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M

Leadership Team

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Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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