Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor

Job Description - Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor (40874)

Job Description

Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor - 40874

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department of Pathology

Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor

Position #: 00852283 - Requisition #: 40874

Job Summary:

This permanent full-time position in the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, based at the UCH Clinical Laboratory, is a clinical pathology practice opportunity for an academic clinical pathologist. The position includes the opportunity to be the primary director for the special chemistry section of the main clinical laboratory and/or the hospital's extensive point of care testing program as well as to participate in the leadership of other sections of the laboratory depending upon one's interests. The special chemistry section performs diagnostic testing using immunoassays, protein electrophoresis, hemoglobin electrophoresis, and other technologies. The point of care testing program currently offers 31 tests at 95 testing locations performed by approximately 5,600 operators using 521 individual devices. Over 50,000 point of care tests are performed each month. In this position you will support the functioning of multiple laboratories, including providing expert guidance for validating both FDA cleared or approved tests and lab developed tests (LDTs), advising clinicians on test selection and the medical significance of laboratory data, training medical laboratory scientists, and participate in pathology resident and fellow training. You'll also interpret protein electrophoresis, hemoglobin electrophoresis, and coagulation test results and periodically cover the on-call service for clinical pathology.

Key Responsibilities

Full-time clinical effort as a Medical Director in the University of Colorado Clinical Laboratories, participating in the clinical care, administrative management, teaching and research missions of the UCH Clinical Laboratory and the Department of Pathology is expected to include:

• Working hand in hand with UCHealth dyad partners and staff to ensure the smooth day to day operations and patient care provided by the UCH Clinical Laboratories
• Routinely interpreting serum protein electrophoresis tests, assays for hemoglobin variants, and coagulation tests. As part of this clinical effort, the candidate should expect to work closely with UCH physicians, Clinical Pathology faculty, laboratory staff, and trainees.
• Pursuing opportunities for medically necessary, financially feasible tests to be performed in-house.
• Providing clinical consultation for tests performed within the laboratory.
• CLIA laboratory director responsibilities at UCHealth sites (e.g., free-standing emergency departments and non-teaching community hospitals).
• Participate in the development of lab stewardship tools, data analysis and utilization management strategies in the UCH Clinical laboratory. This role will include the performance of directed projects to assess and optimize test use across multiple clinical specialties and locations.
• Use the clinical and laboratory information systems to analyze and automate pathologist/scientist workflow processes to make professional time more effective. This includes pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic variables that reduce efficiency, quality, cost, compliance, and workplace satisfaction.
• 5% Providing clinical pathology on-call coverage.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Welcome to the Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning and a balance of personal and professional values. In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate school and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine.

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 (based on percentage of time)
• 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.

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.

Assistant Professor:

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.)
• Completion of CP or AP/CP Residency in Pathology with board certification or board eligibility in CP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology
• Qualify for a full unrestricted license to practice pathology in the State of Colorado
• Candidate must be able to obtain credentials/privileges at the University of Colorado Hospital and with CU Medicine

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic credentials with interests in other areas of clinical pathology and a relevant publication record

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

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: Gregary Bocsi at Gregary.Bocsi@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 8/24/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $220,000 to $250,000

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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category

: Faculty

Primary Location

: Aurora

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20112 - SOM-Pathology

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Aug 20, 2026

Unposting Date

: Aug 25, 2026, 11:29:00 AM

Posting Contact Name: Gregary Bocsi

Posting Contact Email: Gregary.Bocsi@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number: 00852283