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ProfessorMental Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Economics and Health Policy

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Psychiatry

Job Title:

Position #00843876 - Requisition #38636

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities

+ Assist the Director of the Preventing Suicide Initiative/Director of Hospital-based Research in setting up future national and global centers of excellence for suicide prevention, healthcare quality and integrated/collaborative care research at the University of Colorado School of Medicine

+ Perform innovative, programmatic research that will advance understanding, assessment, prevention, and treatment of behavioral health issues in youth, including self-injury and suicide.

+ Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of investigators and trainees, including a network of external collaborators, as supported by grant and foundation funding.

+ Contribute to the development of innovative clinical, educational, and research programs related to youth mental health and suicide to enhance the local and national reputation of CAMH Division.

+ Establish new partnerships and strengthen existing partnerships with on campus (e.g., ACCORDS Costing Core, Farley Health Policy Center, Rocky Mountain VA MIRREC Suicide Prevention), non-academic partners (e.g., community, clinical leaders, advocacy groups, etc.) to work toward the common goal of improving youth and family mental health in Colorado and nationally.

+ Demonstrate a strong commitment to mentoring colleagues and training the next cadre of scientists and physicians.

+ Maintain a robust record of funding, ranging from contracts to grant funding from various sources including federal and non-federal sources.

+ Formulate strategies, best practices, and other approaches that are scalable for implementation in clinical and community settings, to improve health and health care at a population level.

+ Support faculty recruitment and the infrastructure for faculty development.

Supervision Received

Supervision Exercised

Work Location:

Onsite

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

+ 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:

+ PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline, such as economics, health policy, or epidemiology.

+ Minimum of 15 years of research experience in mental health care and suicide prevention in healthcare, community, and/or school contexts.

Track:

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Demonstrated experience conducting economic evaluations of health care interventions, analyses of disease burden and intervention opportunities, and research on identifying and overcoming barriers to implementing effective interventions in real-world care.

+ Demonstrated experience designing and conducting rigorous pragmatic research, including costing, in the areas of treatment of behavioral health conditions in population health, pediatrics/primary care, suicide prevention and/or interventions for self-injurious and suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Strong knowledge of ethical principles in conducting research with high-risk populations. Experience with institutional review boards.

+ Proven success of securing sustained contract or grant funding from state or federal agencies (e.g. DHHS, AHRQ, NIH, CMS, CDC, SAMHSA, HRSA, VA, DOD, ED) or large foundation (PCORI, RWJ, WTG) is preferred.

+ Proven ability to lead multi-partner initiatives and collaborations. Experience building collaborative relationships and ensuring cohesiveness among various entities, programs, and groups.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise reports and presentations about data and complex issues. Ability to effectively communicate with faculty/staff, healthcare providers, administrators, and community partners.

+ Demonstrated scientific stature in peer-review publications and service to professional organizations.

+ Strong commitment to education and track record of mentoring trainees and other staff.

+ Proven administration and/or leadership abilities, including ability to lead medium to large-sized projects or study teams with six or more staff.

How to Apply:

Screening of Applications Begins:

1/14/2025

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Professor-Mental Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Economics and Health Policy - 38636 Faculty

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) Division of the Department of Psychiatry invites applications for a full-time senior faculty member at the Professor rank to lead our efforts in advancing research related to mental health services, epidemiology and economics. We particularly seek applicants with expertise in suicide prevention, integrated care, and cost estimation research to support the Division's major initiatives in these areas. The faculty member should have a track record of successfully obtaining federal funding for relevant research, publishing in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, implementing research and building partnerships to improve population health and health care and to shape healthcare policy, and providing mentorship to trainees and junior faculty.::This position reports to the Director of Suicide Prevention and Hospital-Based Research and the Chair of the CAMH Division of the Department of Psychiatry.:This position will act as Deputy Director to our Director of the Preventing Suicide Initiative and of Hospital-Based Research, and assist with managing a multidisciplinary team of investigators and trainees.

- this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs, CO.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $704 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6839704&targetURL=http://www.cuanschutz.edu) .The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family. We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6839704&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates at the Assistant Professor level or higher will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Offices for the Faculty Experience (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6839704&targetURL=https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/faculty/facultyaffairs/faculty-tracks-and-ranks#ac-view-available-ranks-in-the-research-professor-track-0)

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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressApplications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6839704&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) .Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner at [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected])

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by . Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $175,000 to $205,000The above salary range (or 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6839704&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

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.

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=6839704&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .

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.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6839704&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=6839704&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) . Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20281 - SOM-PSYCH-Child SP/G : Full-time : Jan 8, 2026 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Brandon Fenner Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) Position Number: 00843876jeid-a87a79d59e5ed14bb0f49e46018871ce

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.