Full Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking applicants to fill a tenure-track faculty position at the Professor level. Your duties in this faculty position in The Department of Pharmacology will include teaching, research, and service responsibilities, as is expected for a tenured full professor. You are expected to continue your highly productive research program supported by external funding, while securing and managing additional research grants and contracts. It is anticipated that you will foster interdisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the institution and disseminate your findings via publications and research presentations given nationally and internationally. In addition, you will supervise and mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty, promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Service responsibilities include active participation on departmental and university committees, as well as maintaining a strong presence in the academic community through leadership roles in professional societies.

In your position as the Scientific Director of the Marsico Data Science Program in Pancreatic Cancer-a transformative initiative funded by a $15 million philanthropic gift-you will provide visionary leadership to advance research in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), with a focus on transforming pancreatic cancer care through next-generation data science. Your responsibilities will include developing and executing a comprehensive research roadmap for pancreatic cancer and overseeing research programs aimed at rapidly bringing novel treatments to patients. You will guide the development of patient-derived models and preclinical therapeutic pipelines, secure and manage large-scale federal and philanthropic funding, and collaborate with clinicians to design and open clinical trials informed by cutting-edge analytics. As a public-facing ambassador for the initiative, you will engage with donors, advocacy groups, and external partners. Together with Refined Science, you will contribute to business development activities, including prioritizing targets for phase 1 rescue, evaluating the competitive landscape for various targets, and establishing industry partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive research roadmap for pancreatic cancer.
• Oversee research programs with the goal of bringing novel treatments to pancreatic cancer patients rapidly
• Guide development of tumor atlases, patient-derived models, and preclinical therapeutic pipelines.
• Secure and manage large-scale federal and philanthropic funding.
• Collaborate with clinicians to design and open clinical trials informed by cutting-edge analytics.
• Recruit and mentor faculty, trainees, and staff while fostering a culture of innovation and inclusion.
• Serve as a public-facing ambassador for the initiative and engage with donors, advocacy groups, and external partners.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Located on the beautiful University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, and near the Rocky Mountains, the Department of Pharmacology is housed in the Research 1 North and South buildings. We are one of six basic science departments on campus. The candidate will have the opportunity to help contribute towards the success of our rapidly growing Department. We recently hired four new faculty and will be onboarding up to three more over the next few years. The department has continuously ranked among the top fifteen Pharmacology departments across the nation for NIH funding to individual researchers and academic institutions by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.

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: 11/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.

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in oncology, molecular biology, pharmacology, or related field.
• Internationally recognized leader in pancreatic cancer research with:
  • Continuous NIH/NCI funding for 10+ years.
  • Proven success as PI on multi-project grants (e.g., NCI U-series).
  • Extensive publication record
• Demonstrated ability to develop large-scale research programs and secure major funding.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Service on national/international advisory boards and consortia
• Expertise in multi-omic analytics, imaging-based detection, and systems biology approaches.
• Experience building patient sample repositories and orchestrating multi-scale imaging analytics.
• Proven ability to develop human tumor atlases and patient-derived models for therapeutic development.
• Track record of opening clinical trials in collaboration with physicians.

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: Jennifer Orsund, Jennifer.orsund@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by February 14, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$ 175,050 - $270,000

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 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:

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.