Instructor/Senior Instructor of Research and Relationships

Job Summary:

This position is a full-time faculty position within the Department of Family Medicine. The faculty member joins a multidisciplinary team of researchers, educators, practice transformation experts, health information technology specialists, and program staff whose mission is to foster innovation and improvement in health and healthcare. This position will lead and contribute to research focused on primary care transformation, implementation science, value-based care, health equity, population health, healthcare delivery innovation, and community-engaged research. Responsibilities include developing and leading externally funded research and implementation projects, publishing scholarly work, mentoring trainees, disseminating findings, and translating evidence into practice and policy. The faculty member will also contribute to the Department of Family Medicine educational mission by providing instruction and mentorship related to Medicaid, healthcare financing, value-based payment, health policy, and healthcare delivery transformation.

This position will develop, maintain, and coordinate relationships with state agencies, healthcare organizations, public health agencies, community-based organizations, health systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers, physician and other medical practices (including nurse practitioners and physician assistants), payers, research funders, policy advocates, and regional partners. The position will represent the Colorado Health Extension System in external meetings and collaborative initiatives, identify opportunities for effective partnership, and help translate state policy, payment, and delivery system developments into actionable strategies for the Colorado Health Extension System, and partner organizations.

This position will also participate in the fulfillment of grant and contract obligations that involve engagement and collaboration with funders, state agencies, healthcare organizations, community organizations, and public health agencies.

Examples of Work Performed:

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

Develop, maintain, and coordinate relationships with state agencies, healthcare organizations, public health agencies, community partners, Federally Qualified Health Centers, physician and other healthcare provider practices, payers, policy advocates, regional partners, and other stakeholders to further Primary Care Research.

Represent the Colorado Health Extension System in meetings with external partners and serve as a point of coordination for strategic relationship development to further Primary Care Research.

Develop, maintain, and strengthen collaborative relationships with healthcare organizations, public health agencies, health systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers, primary care practices, state agencies, community-based organizations, and academic partners to support research initiatives.

Provide subject matter expertise related to value-based payment, alternative payment models, public-sector healthcare financing, practice transformation, primary care, quality improvement, and delivery system reform.

Monitor sponsor priorities, emerging funding opportunities, and research trends relevant to primary care, healthcare transformation, health equity, implementation science, and population health.

Coordinate with leadership, project teams, Department of Family Medicine staff, and external partners to ensure timely completion of project activities and research deliverables.

Plan instructional responsibilities to students and residents related to areas of expertise - health care policy, value-based payment, payment reform

Prepare written research materials, including policy briefs, reports, presentations, meeting summaries, talking points, partner updates, and strategic recommendations.

Document stakeholder engagement activities, partner input, research project decisions, and follow-up items in accordance with grant, contract, and university expectations.

Plan, facilitate, and support research meetings, workshops, presentations, and partner convenings involving internal and external stakeholders.

Coordinate with leadership, Department of Family Medicine colleagues, university partners, and project teams to support research program operations and strategic priorities.

Maintain appropriate documentation, files, and records related to assigned research projects and responsibilities.

Collaborate with investigators, statisticians, project managers, healthcare leaders, community partners, and research staff in the preparation and submission of competitive research proposals.

Serve as Principal Investigator, Co-Principal Investigator, Co-Investigator, or key personnel on grant- and contract-funded research projects.

Develop sustainable research partnerships that increase opportunities for collaborative funding and long-term research programs.

Conduct community-engaged and participatory research activities that meaningfully incorporate stakeholder perspectives into study design, implementation, and interpretation of findings.

Work Location:

Remote: This position requires numerous meetings a week with outside organizations but may come in the office for meetings and the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is dedicated to “helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:

·         Patient Care: Provide outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.

·         Research: Create and disseminate new knowledge. 

·         Training: Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce. 

·         Community Engagement: Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy. 

·         Our People: Nurture a thriving, diverse and equitable department culture

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%25 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.

Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Instructor

·         A Master’s degree in public health, public policy, public administration, political science, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting, business administration, business, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

·         The position requires at least four (4) years of extensive, diverse and progressively responsible experience, which could include direct responsibility for building community, managing people and research programs and expertise around public policy, practice transformation, and evolving compensation models, with an emphasis on value-based payment models in the public sector.

Senior Instructor

·         A Master’s degree in public health, public policy, public administration, political science, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting, business administration, business, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

·         The position requires at least five (5) years of extensive, diverse and progressively responsible experience, which could include direct responsibility for building community, managing people and research programs and expertise around public policy, practice transformation, and evolving compensation models, with an emphasis on value-based payment models in the public sector.

Preferred Qualifications (all ranks)

·         Established relationships with Colorado state agencies related to health, healthcare organizations and health insurance carriers.

·         Experience working within a state agency related to healthcare.

·         Knowledge of Colorado Medicaid and commercial insurance coverage.

·         Established relationships with primary care practices

·         A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in program and/or policy development.

·         Knowledge of practice transformation, quality improvement, primary care operations, and evolving compensation models including value-based payment.

·         Demonstrated experience with grant and report writing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (all ranks)

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

·         Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

·         Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

·         Outstanding customer service skills.

·         Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

·         Strong organizational, management, and interpersonal skills

·         Exceptional teamwork and collaboration abilities

·         Problem-solving and initiative execution skills

·         Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable

·         Thorough understanding of patient privacy and Protected Health Information (PHI)

·         Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all interactions

·         Conflict resolution skills.

·         Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

·         Ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks and complete administrative duties correctly and on time.

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: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until September 23rd, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor Hiring Range:

$130,000-$150,000

Senior Instructor Hiring Range:

$130,000-$150,000

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. 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.

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.