Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

Department of Pediatrics, Section of Nutrition has an opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Assistant Professor position. The Department is seeking an early researcher to further expand and complement its program of extramurally funded basic, translational, clinical, and outcomes research in the field of the World Health Organization designated spectrum of nutrition - from undernutrition, micronutrient deficiency to overnutrition/obesity and related conditions and comorbidities e.g., cardiovascular disease, preventive medicine across the entire life course.

This position is full-time (40h/week) appointment at Assistant Professor. This position is a tenure-track eligible, regular series faculty position. Duties will include independent research, teaching, scholarly activities, and service responsibilities.

Established in 1993, the CU School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics Section of Nutrition was the first independent program dedicated to addressing and promoting best practices for nutrition and physical activity with a focus on disease, health and well-being for infants and children.

Through clinical services, research, education, community outreach and advocacy, the section offers a wealth of expertise in obesity, undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies. Areas of emphasis include micronutrients, precision nutrition, developmental origins of adult disease, early infant feeding, epigenetics and global health. The Section of Nutrition has a strong commitment to research and education. In 2024, the section had over $24 million in research funding; and their nutrition training programs include the nation's longest-serving NIH-funded T32 program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, perform, and analyze research related to the overall mission of an extramurally funded research program.

• Conduct public health outcomes and translational research in the field of nutrition (undernutrition, micronutrient deficiency, overnutrition/obesity), and related conditions and comorbidities e.g., type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and preventive medicine across the entire life course.

• Collaborate with faculty to develop educational programs in Nutrition - Certification and Masters in Nutrition

• In collaboration with Section of Nutrition, the Department of Pediatrics (DOP), NORC, Colorado School of Public Health (CSPH) and CHCO faculty members facilitate the development of multidisciplinary collaborations in these areas.

• Establish an independent program of extramurally funded research and contribute scholarly work in the form of original publications, manuscripts, and presentations.

• Provide mentorship and research supervision to graduate and postdoctoral trainees, including those on the T32 Nutrition Training Grant and Clinical Nutrition Fellowship

• Provide thought and recognized leadership to emerging national approaches to understanding contributors to nutrition, epidemics of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases in diverse populations.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is one of the nation's premier academic pediatric programs. Its clinical and educational programs are consistently rated among the top 10 nationally by US News and World Report. The Section of Nutrition is a distinct division within the Department and is a national leader in Pediatric Nutrition research, training and clinical programs. 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 $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• PhD or MD/PHD or research-intensive MD with focused area of emphasis in field of nutrition (undernutrition, micronutrient deficiency, overnutrition/obesity), and related conditions across the life course.

• Demonstrated 2-3 years of progressive basic, translational, clinical, and/or outcomes research experience with an emerging track record of grant funding- Federal agencies preferred

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:

• Current research funding transferable to CU

• Experience and expertise in micronutrients, precision nutrition, nutrition science, developmental origins of adult disease, early infant feeding, and epigenetics

• Proficiency in study designs, ability to create and present the hypothesis.

• Demonstrable evidence in the ability to develop hypothesis driven research in basic, translational, clinical and/or outcomes sciences.

• Experience in the design and execution of epidemiologic research, including advanced statistical analysis, and in publishing research results.

• Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance research and promote engagement.

• Excellent teaching skills and track record of successfully mentoring medical, fellow, graduate and post graduate trainees

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated research experience in the determinants of field of nutrition (undernutrition, micronutrient deficiency, overnutrition/obesity), and related conditions.

• Demonstrated ability to train researcher team members and trainees in research design and techniques related to specific area of scientific emphasis.

• Ability to obtain peer-reviewed extramural funding.

• Emerging experience with national and international research networks.

• Emerging experience with leadership at local levels.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal 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. 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.

Questions should be directed to: Ihuoma Eneli -Ihuoma.Eneli@Cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and close August 24, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$120,000

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.

Total Compensation Calculator: 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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

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Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. 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.