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Posted: October 16, 2026
Open Rank Assistant/Associate Professor Orthopedic Oncologist/Surgeon - University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Position #008932356 - Requisition # 41109
Job Summary: The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Oncologist/Surgeon and Researcher to perform clinical services, research, and education duties int he Orthopedic Oncology Section within the Department and for the Colorado Program for Musculoskeletal Research (CPMR). The position will have an affiliation with the University of Colorado Cancer Center, an NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center on the Anschutz Campus. This position requires establishment of a successful and impactful clinical practice in orthopedic/musculoskeletal oncology, development of a competitive clinical or basic/translational research program as an independent investigator and contribution to the Department's education mission by training and mentoring orthopedic residents, clinical fellows, and scientists.
This position is situated on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO; a 2.5 billion dollar campus that combines state-of-the-art medical and research facilities and is home to 2 major hospitals. The campus neighbors a newly constructed Veterans Administration Medical Center (Rocky Mountain VAMC) and has direct highway and light rail access to the Denver International Airport and communities across the Denver Metro Area. Research activities will be conducted in research facilities and clinical work will be conducted at outpatient and hospital facilities on the Anschutz Campus as well as other University of Colorado Health facilities in the Denver area as appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
The primary responsibility will be to function as an Orthopedic Clinician in Musculoskeletal Oncology, with the aim of developing a successful clinical practice and nationally recognized research program.
Duties in this faculty position include clinical/surgical activity, research, education, and departmental/institutional service. Specific responsibilities include:
- Developing and nurturing a clinical practice emphasizing medical and surgical treatment of musculoskeletal tumors.
- Maximizing quality of clinical care in this context by employing already established departmental data capture protocols and by actively envisioning and developing quality improvement measures for clinical practice
- Working with the Department of Orthopedics and the Musculoskeletal Oncology Section, to achieve collaboration and synergy with other sections in Orthopedics and other clinical departments in the School of Medicine.
- Developing, conducting, leading and presenting your own research in accordance with the Department of Orthopedics’ research mission
- Presentation of research findings in local, national, and international venues and publication of findings in the peer-reviewed literature
- Participating in the education of medical students, graduate students, orthopedic residents, clinical fellows and postdoctoral trainees via formal training programs in the Department and in the School of Medicine
- Contribute to fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability in the Department of Orthopedics, the CPMR, the CU Sarcoma Program, Metastatic Bone Disease Program, and the Cancer Center.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications at the time of hire
This is an open rank position and could be categories as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Assistant Professor
- Completion of at least a one-year Orthopedic Oncology Fellowship
- Board certified/eligible as an orthopedic surgeon
- Evidence of previous research productivity
- Completion of a 5-year residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Associate Professor
- Completion of at least a one-year Orthopedic Oncology Fellowship
- Board certified as an orthopedic surgeon
- Completion of a 5-year residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- Track record of high impact publications
- Evidence of previous research grant submissions
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interest in developing a clinical practice with focus on sarcoma patients, metastatic bone disease patients, and patients with benign bone and soft tissue tumors
- Strong research interest in musculoskeletal cancers
- Previous success winning research grants
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Flexibility to handle unforeseen challenges during surgery and make real-time decisions for the patient's well-being.
- Ability to explain complex medical conditions in a way that patients and their families can understand.
- Compassion and patience to support patients through their medical journey, providing emotional support and guidance.
For additional information, including anticipated salary range, application requirements, and How to Apply, please click here.