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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Associate Professor Adult Reconstruction/Hip Preservation Orthopedic Surgeon Clinician Scientist

Position Number: 6913384
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Other Medicine

Associate Professor Adult Reconstruction/Hip Preservation Orthopedic Surgeon Clinician Scientist

Associate Professor - Adult Reconstruction/Hip Preservation Orthopedic Surgeon - Clinician Scientist - 38935 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Orthopedics

Job Title: Associate Professor - Adult Reconstruction/Hip Preservation Orthopedic Surgeon - Clinician Scientist

Position #00845088 - Requisition #38935

Job Summary:

The Department of Orthopedics seeks a board certified or board eligible orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in adult reconstruction, hip preservation, or closely aligned subspecialties. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care for patients with hip disease across the lifespan, integrating hip preservation and arthroplasty with mechanism driven translational research that advances prevention, patient stratification, and outcomes. The role includes meaningful participation in resident and fellow education and leadership in outcomes focused quality initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

Deliver integrated care across the hip disease spectrum, including evaluation and management of early, intermediate, and advanced disease; perform hip arthroscopy, periacetabular osteotomy, femoral osteotomies, complex deformity correction, primary and revision total hip arthroplasty, and conversions after prior preservation procedures, with attention to patient selection and long-term outcomes.
Employ contemporary imaging, navigation, and related technology as appropriate to support precision surgery in both preservation and arthroplasty; contribute to early evaluation and adoption of navigation for periacetabular osteotomy as feasible within institutional parameters.
Partner with clinic and operating room teams to ensure efficient workflows, safety, and high patient satisfaction; participate in inpatient consults, perioperative management, and emergency coverage as needed.
Provide pre-op, intra-op and post-op care; write appropriate orders, including those for narcotics and other scheduled drugs.
Duties include inpatient care, consultation and coverage in the emergency room.
Adhere to safety, environmental, and/or infection control protocols.
Write progress notes on patients' office and hospital charts in a timely fashion indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintain other records as required.
Contribute to development and use of a longitudinal outcomes registry that captures clinical data and patient reported outcomes across preservation and arthroplasty populations to inform clinical decision making, quality improvement, and research.

Education

Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in clinics, the operating room, and academic conferences; contribute to curriculum, journal clubs, and didactics.
Provide leadership in hip focused education, with opportunities to help develop a hip preservation fellowship in alignment with institutional priorities, clinical volume, and accreditation considerations.
Develop and share written educational materials and perioperative protocols that enhance consistency and safety of care; present at institutional, regional, and national meetings as appropriate.

Research

Build and sustain a federally-funded translational program focused on mechanisms of early hip osteoarthritis, including metabolic and epigenetic regulation, and link biological insights with clinical phenotypes and outcomes; pursue extramural funding that supports scalable science and team-based scholarship.
Integrate human centered data and specimen collection with preclinical models where appropriate; collaborate across orthopedics, engineering, and related disciplines to accelerate impactful discovery.
Produce high impact peer reviewed publications and presentations; mentor trainees in research methods, rigor, and dissemination.

Program Building and Collaboration

Align clinical growth, registry development, and research milestones with departmental strategy; contribute to transparent phase based planning and clear performance metrics.
Engage with internal and external collaborators, including established international partners, to advance education, research, and clinical innovation that strengthens the institutional profile in hip disease.

Work Location:

Onsite - in the Denver metro area; specific sites of practice will be determined by departmental needs and patient access considerations.

Why Join Us:

We are a department of nationally ranked orthopedic surgeons dedicated to delivering the highest quality, professional, and innovative orthopedic care. Our mission is grounded in the integration of comprehensive education and cutting-edge musculoskeletal research. We place strong value on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that promotes excellence, collaboration, and meaningful opportunities for growth.

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 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.

Doctor of Medicine or equivalent, completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency, and fellowship training relevant to adult reconstruction or hip preservation.
Board certified or board eligible in orthopedic surgery; eligibility for licensure in Colorado.
Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, including resident or fellow teaching and participation in translational research and quality improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience spanning both hip preservation and arthroplasty, with evidence of excellent outcomes and patient centered care.
A developing or established translational research portfolio relevant to osteoarthritis biology, mechanobiology, or outcomes science, with a track record of peer reviewed publications and competitive funding.
Demonstrated ability to implement or study advanced surgical technologies, such as navigation for hip preservation and arthroplasty.
Experience building registries or longitudinal outcomes infrastructure.

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: Lindsey Renn, lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by February 28, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$500,000 - $850,000

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

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 - 20259 - SOM-ORTHO GENERAL OPERATIONS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Feb 9, 2026 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Lindsey Renn Posting Contact Email: lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00845088

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=38935&lang=en