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University of Colorado · 1 day ago

Associate Research Professor: CU Denver Center for Psychedelic Research

Denver

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$170K/yr - $178K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Colorado Denver is a leading public urban research university dedicated to innovation and education. They are seeking an Associate Research Professor to serve as Associate Director for the CU Denver Center for Psychedelic Research, focusing on strategic leadership, research initiatives, and community engagement in psychedelic science.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Co-develop and implement the Center’s multi-year strategic plan and performance

Build collaborations across the University of Colorado and external sites for supportive clinical, research, educational, advocacy, policy, and community partnerships

Participate in budget planning, grant management, and operational oversight to support long-term sustainability

Represent the Center to internal and external stakeholders, funders, and media as appropriate

Lead or co-lead clinical and research projects focused on psychedelic science and health innovation

Support study design, regulatory compliance, data integrity, and publication efforts

Mentor trainees, staff and faculty in research methodology, writing, and professional development

Identify and pursue external funding opportunities through federal agencies, foundations, and philanthropy

Guide ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive models of psychedelic-assisted therapy

Integrate behavioral-health frameworks into clinical and translational research protocols

Support transdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure ethically guided practices

Support educational curricula, workshops, and training programs

Promote community outreach and public education around psychedelic science

Serve as an ambassador for responsible, evidence-based communication, work with major donors, government officials, and directors at other agencies and universities

Provide mentorship and leadership to faculty and staff

Oversee structured supervision as necessary and appropriate for faculty, staff, and trainees

Keep up to date with field developments academically and through applied skills

Attend and present at conferences, meetings, and training to maintain certification and enhance professional skills

Qualification

Doctoral degreePsychedelic-assisted therapy trainingGrant writingLeadership experienceProject managementInterprofessional team experienceCommunity engagementMentoring skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills