Bioethics and Humanities Research- Assistant Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine, Center for Bioethics and Humanities

Job Title: Bioethics and Humanities Research- Assistant Professor

Position #00845893 – Requisition #39423

Job Summary:

The Center for Bioethics and Humanities (CBH) at the University of Colorado is seeking qualified applicants for a full time, tenure eligible faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The primary role and responsibility for this new faculty position will be to conduct extramurally funded research on topics at the intersection of bioethics, health policy and/or the health humanities. We have a special interest in individuals working in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) ethics, law and policy in medical research, education, or clinical care, to complement our growing portfolio of AI related bioethics research. However, we will consider applications from candidates working in other topic areas in bioethics.

Working in close collaboration with CBH leadership, CBH faculty and experienced investigators across the University, the successful candidate will be expected to develop and pursue an independent program of empirical research in bioethics. The CBH has a large network of productive inter-professional relationships in place with leading researchers in public health, medicine, health policy, health humanities, and other areas within which the successful candidate can build their own interdisciplinary and collaborative research agenda-- which is essential to launching a successful research career. CBH is committed to advancing innovative research in a collegial and productive setting. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to building a welcoming environment for faculty, staff, and students. This includes being active participants in the CBH community and, as applicable, in their affiliated departments, such as attending talks and events, participating in committee work, and developing collaborative projects.

The successful candidate will be appointed in an appropriate department(s) based on the candidate’s professional background/training and areas of research interest. We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates for this broadly defined, interdisciplinary research position and encourage you to contact the search chair or Dr. Eric Campbell if you are unsure whether your expertise and experience are a good match for this position.

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a research program of national and international importance on topics at the intersection of bioethics, health policy and/or the health humanities;
• Apply for extramural research funding for a career development or similar award;
• Publish the results of their research in peer-reviewed journals;
• Present research in appropriate venues to increase the awareness of research being performed in the faculty member’s research program, to facilitate collaborations and interactions, and to increase the visibility of research impacts;
• Interact effectively and collegially with other CBH and departmental faculty and staff to establish fruitful research collaborations.
• Within 3 years of being hired, the new faulty member will be expected to have received a career development award from the NIH or another federal source (or similar levels of funding from other sources).
• During the initial 3 years, teaching/mentoring and service responsibilities will be limited.
• Clinicians will have the opportunity for clinical service, tailored to their career goals and needs. 

Work Location:

This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The CU Center for Bioethics and Humanities strives to create a welcoming environment, where research, clinical work, education and community outreach in bioethics and health humanities blend and reinforce each other. Our research team is one of the most dynamic, interdisciplinary, and fastest growing bioethics research groups in the United States. Our full-time research faculty are each leaders in their respective fields and are exceptionally productive. The CBH has a demonstrated history of providing a highly supportive and nurturing academic home for junior faculty and post-doctoral fellows, with a strong focus on the well-being of young professionals embarking on an academic research career. Finally, the CBH has a remarkable staff of highly skilled professional research assistants and administrators to support our research group.

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: 15/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.

• A doctoral degree (MD, JD, PhD, ScD, DPH, or equivalent);

• Formal training in one or more research methodologies including intervention research, surveys, qualitative research (individual interviews and/or focus groups), case studies, mixed methods, experimental designs, meta-analyses, systematic reviews, and/or quantitative analysis of large datasets. 

• Demonstrated training/experience in bioethics;

• Demonstrated experience publishing the results of empirical research on issues in bioethics in peer reviewed journals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in writing grants, conducting extramural research and publishing articles reporting the results of empirical research;

• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in writing research proposals and conducting original research. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Knowledge of current ethical issues in medicine, public health, health policy and other relevant areas;

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;

• An ability to engage in team-based science and work collaboratively across methodologies and disciplines;

• Commitment to pursuing and obtaining a K-level career development award from the NIH (or equivalent funding from other sources) within 1–3 years;

• Clear dedication to developing an independently funded research career in bioethics;

• A primary research focus in bioethics, with a substantial and well-defined research component;

• Strong passion for research, a well-developed proposal for a training award, and the requisite research training and experience to support it.

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 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. Candidates who fail to full complete the application process will not be considered.

Questions should be directed to: eric.g.campbell@cuanschutz.edu. 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

MD/DO

• Assistant Professor (Rank 0-7) - $200,000 - $215,000 

 Other Doctorate Degrees

• Assistant Professor (Rank 0-7) - $130,000 - $150,000

The position includes a start-up package, and the selected individual will have access to high quality mentoring, research support staff, and other institutional resources necessary to successfully build a research career in bioethics.  After 3 years the successful candidate will be expected to support 100% of their salary as a principal investigator or co-investigator through a combination of internal grants, extramural grants, or other relevant institutional sources, such as clinical care.

The 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

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 non-discrimination 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:

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. 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.