General Dermatologist with Interest in Developing a Clinical Niche

Assistant or Associate Professor

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible dermatologist to join our expanding academic faculty to deliver comprehensive medical and procedural care for patients with skin, hair, and nail disorders in an outpatient clinical setting at the University of Colorado Hospital.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care and possess a clear interest in developing a focused clinical niche within the department that complements existing programs and advances specialized patient care, education, and scholarly activity. They should enjoy working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, and contribute to our mission of clinical excellence, education, and access. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad spectrum of dermatologic conditions
• Perform common dermatologic procedures such as skin biopsies. Cryotherapy, electrosurgery, and excision of benign and malignant lesions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate care with primary care physicians and specialists when needed.
• Supervise and teach dermatology residents, fellows, and medical students during outpatient clinics.
• Educate patients on skin health, disease prevention, and sun protection.
• Participate in departmental conferences and contribute to the academic environment through mentorship, scholarly activities, and quality improvement efforts.

Position Highlights:

·       No nights or weekends.

·       Part-time (limited to in-patient services) or full-time (inclusive of outpatient services) role available.

·       Multi-disciplinary clinical operation with competitive compensation and attractive opportunity to earn incentives.

·       Loan repayment programs.

·       Highly competitive reimbursement rates.

·       Sign-on/relocation bonus available.

·       Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and pharmacy plans.

·       Paid malpractice, licensure & DEA registration fees.

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 or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

●        MD/DO degree

●        Completion of an ACGME-accredited dermatology residency

●        Board Certification or Board Eligible in Dermatology

●        Eligibility for licensure to practice medicine in the state of Colorado 

Associate Professor:

●        MD/DO degree and 4+ years of experience in an academic setting

●        Completion of an ACGME-accredited dermatology residency

●        Board Certification or Board Eligible in Dermatology

●        Eligibility for licensure to practice medicine in the state of Colorado 

Preferred Qualifications:

●        Interest in teaching and working in an academic setting

●        Interest in developing a focused clinical niche within the department that complements existing programs

●        Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in clinical care and teamwork
•  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the clinic and Department of Family Medicine faculty and staff.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Experience training and developing staff.

Ability to meet clinic-specific competencies and expectations

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.     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.