Director of Audiology: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor (Open Rank)

Job Summary:

The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery (Department) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking applicants for the full time position of Director of Audiology. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience. This senior leadership position will be responsible for building and sustaining a premier academic Audiology Program at the University of Colorado Hospital and its satellite facilities and within the Department in the School of Medicine. The Director of Audiology will be responsible for expanding educational and research opportunities on-campus, community collaboration, and facilitating innovative programs and clinical trials to provide the highest level of Audiology care in Colorado. The Director of Audiology will participate in clinical audiologic care on a part-time basis. An audiologist with clinical and administrative experience and a track record in clinical, translational and/or outcomes research and graduate education is preferred.

The Department's mission is to provide outstanding, cutting-edge clinical care, research, and state-of-the-art training. Our group of highly trained audiologists works in partnership with the otologic surgical faculty to offer a full range of adult and children's services for deaf, hard-of-hearing and dizzy patients. We see over 14,000 patient visits per year at the University of Colorado Hospital. The Audiology Service through the University of Colorado Hospital has 17 audiologists on staff. Additionally, there are 3 audiologists providing services at the CU Medicine Otolaryngology-Audiology practice located in Highlands Ranch, CO. Services provided include the full range of audiology, including diagnosis of hearing loss, rehabilitation, and vestibular evaluations. Graduate student education is a part of our Audiology Program with trainees from the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences at the Boulder Campus and other universities for their 4th year clinical experience.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university, offering more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado public institution. With a solid award-winning faculty of renowned researchers and clinicians, the academic reputation of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive research programs, its world-class health facilities, and its well-established partnerships in business, industry and government. The campus currently has over $757 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at our Anschutz Medical Campus, a significant number of affiliated health care facilities are present throughout the Metropolitan Denver and front range of the State of Colorado.

Examples of Work Performed

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Development of innovative programs and clinical trials in hearing health care
• Partner with Otology Surgical faculty to grow the otologic surgical practice (e.g. cochlear implant program)
• Develop auditory translational research activities in the School of Medicine
• Compete for local and national grant funding from NIH and auditory device companies
• Develop partnerships with hearing device companies and other industry partners to support clinical trials and innovation
• Oversee otolaryngology resident teaching in audiology
• Collaborate with the SLHS Department at CU Boulder in coordinating clinical teaching for audiology graduate students

Supervision Received

The Director of Audiology reports to the Chair, Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Yuri Agrawal, MD MPH FACS.

Supervision Exercised

The Director of Audiology will supervise other employees.

Work Location:This position is expected to work onsite in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university. With award-winning and renowned clinical and research faculty, the academic reputation of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery is well known for its distinctive and highly productive clinical, research, and training programs. Our world-class healthcare facilities, well-established partnerships in business, industry and across the community drive excellence across our missions. The Denver Metro area and Colorado offer highly desirable quality of life owing to the weather, access to the outdoors, and thriving tech and higher education sectors, and the region has been growing rapidly over the last decade, fueling the corresponding growth of the University of Colorado health system.

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.

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.

Qualifications:

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

• Assistant Professor:
  • Doctor of Audiology (AuD) and/or PhD in Audiology/related field
  • Ability to obtain a Colorado license
  • 1+ years of clinical and research experience
• Associate Professor:
  • Doctor of Audiology (AuD) and/or PhD in Audiology/related field
  • Ability to obtain a Colorado license
  • 3+ years of clinical and research experience
• Professor:
  • Doctor of Audiology (AuD) and/or PhD in Audiology/related field
  • Ability to obtain a Colorado license
  • 5+ years of clinical and research experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications are the same for all ranks.

• 3+ years of management experience
• Experience in a large audiology practice in an urban center providing comprehensive audiology services.
• Proven track record in obtaining extramural funding, including collaboration with international researchers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

• Proven track record of mentorship and leadership
• Strong history of collaboration
• Competitive for external research funding

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate's demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact.

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: Carly Moses, carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration please apply by October 31, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $86,215 - $130,680.

Associate Professor: $139,743 - $162,699.

Professor: $190,200 - $255,755.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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 and does not reflect additional incentive-based compensation opportunity.

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

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.