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Instructor, Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics - Section of Palliative Medicine

Job Title:** **Instructor, Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor

Position #00842571:** **- Requisition #:38546

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

+ Develop and implement service/treatment interventions that provide avariety of services to meet patient/family needs. **_Work Location:_**

_Hybrid_ _- this role is eligible for some component of hybrid/remote work, with a primary component being on-site for direct patient care._

_Why Join Us:_

_The Section of Pediatric Palliative Medicine Section in the Department of Pediatrics and Children's Hospital Colorado was founded in 2022. The section comprises a rapidly growing team with a mission/vision to build a comprehensive Palliative Medicine Program that will serve patients and families in an eight-state region, while building nationally recognized education, research and clinical programs._

_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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) ._

_Qualifications:_

_Minimum Qualifications:_

_Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire._

_Instructor_

+ _Masters of Social Work (MSW)_

+ _Completed clinical hours and licensing (LCSW)_

+ _One to four (1-4) years of experience as a social worker_

_Sr. Instructor_

+ _Masters of Social Work (MSW)_

+ _Completed clinical hours and licensing (LCSW)_

+ _At least five (5) years of experience a social worker in an academic setting._

+ _Involvement with quality improvement projects, research, or education in Pediatric Palliative Medicine._

_Assistant Professor_

+ _Doctorate of Social Work (DSW)_

_Or Master's of Social Work (MSW) with at least three (3) years of experience specializing in Pediatric Palliative Medicine_

+ _Completed clinical hours and licensing (LCSW)_

+ _At least five (5) years of experience as a social worker_

+ _At least three (3) years of experience specializing in Pediatric Palliative Medicine_

+ _Involvement with quality improvement projects, research, or education in Pediatric Palliative Medicine._

_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:_

+ _Experience at an academic children's hospital._

+ _Experience in pediatric clinical care_

+ _Experience in Hospice and Palliative Medicine_

+ _Prior experience in pediatrics and/or palliative medicine_

_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:_

+ _Humble leadership, willing to listen/learn and help build bridges/connection across the institution._

+ _Patience and grace._

+ _Willingness to learn, adapt and to be flexible._

+ _Passion for culture, work and education._

+ _Excellent written and verbal communication skills_

_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. Three to 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) ._

_Questions should be directed to: Psychosocial Director - Rachel Rusch [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected])_

_Screening of Applications Begins:_

_Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by February 28, 2026._

_Anticipated Pay Range:_

_The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as_ **_HIRING RANGE:_**

**_Instructor_** _$75,000-$87,000_

**_Sr. Instructor_** _$95,000-$113,000_

**_Assistant Professor_** _$115,000-$125,000_

_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._

_Perks & Benefits: https://advantage.cu.edu/search (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/search)_

_Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=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 [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6800215&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) ._

_Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References_ **_Job Category_**

_: Faculty_ **_Primary Location_**

_: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21980 - SOM-PEDS Pall Care GenOps_ **_Schedule_**

_: Full-time_ **_Posting Date_**

_: Dec 17, 2025_ **_Unposting Date_**

_: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Rachel Rusch Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) Position Number: 00842571_

_To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=38546&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/6800215)_

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Instructor, Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor - 38546 Faculty

Exciting opportunity to join the growing Section of Pediatric Palliative Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics and Children's Hospital Colorado. For this unique faculty opportunity, we are seeking candidates with a strong passion and interest in a longitudinal career in pediatric palliative medicine to help us grow/build our transdisciplinary clinical team and to contribute to a develop of a nationally reputable section of pediatric palliative medicine through direct clinical practice, program building, and education.

+ Monitor progress, cooperation, and acceptance of services.

+ Develop a therapeutic relationship with the patients and families to assist with the social, logistical, and psychological problems associatedwith hospitalization and/or outpatient treatment.

+ Conduct initial needs assessment to gather information onthe patient/family's medical, social, and financial history.

+ Serve as a liaison with multi-disciplinary care teams and externalcommunity agencies to identify, implement, and monitor treatment goals.

+ Facilitate staffing, care conferences, etc. to coordinate carebetween members of the treatment team.

+ Compile and prepare case records, reports, and documents that comply with state and federal standards for case notes and treatment.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.