Post-Doctoral Fellow

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The Department of Otolaryngology has an opening for a full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow position.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $700 million in annual research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu .

The Virtual Hearing Lab of Dr. Vinaya Manchaiah, Professor and Director of Audiology in the Department of Otolaryngology, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for a full-time position on the University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

The Virtual Hearing Lab is an interdisciplinary collaborative research initiative with the aim to improve hearing health access, affordability, and outcomes by capitalizing on the internet, virtual spaces, and digital health.

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to oversee the research on hearing aid service delivery model and contribute to several projects on hearing aids specifically examining the feasibility, efficacy and effectiveness of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids.

The postdoctoral fellow is expected to work between Dr. Manchaiah’s Virtual hearing Lab at the Anschutz Medical Campus at Aurora and Dr. Anu Sharma’s Brain and Behavior Laboratory at the University of Colorado Boulder.

The PI is committed to supporting the candidate’s career development and research progress, including the exploration of new project areas and collaborations. 

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

Why Join Us:

The Colorado Springs Children’s Hospital Campus is roughly one hour’s drive south of the Metro Denver Children’s Hospital Colorado campus, creating continuous opportunity for collaboration between the main campus group of 13 Pediatric Otolaryngologists and five in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs is the second most populous city in the state of Colorado with a metropolitan population of 668,000.  This beautiful city nestled against the edge of the Rockies is home to The Air Force Academy, the US Olympic Training Center and Pikes Peak.  Our location allows for 300 days of sunshine per year and the opportunity for a multitude of outdoor activities including hiking, camping, biking, skiing, white water rafting, golf and fly fishing.  With some of the best public schools in the state, this makes Colorado Springs an ideal place to build a practice and a home. 

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
• 10 Days of vacation and sick time
• 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.

• Ph.D. in Audiology or Hearing Science (or similar)
• Track record of productive research including first author

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing audiological tests and in fitting digital hearing aids
• Audiology state license to practice in the United States 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Great attention to detail and quality
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other faculty and staff at all levels throughout the institution 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

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:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, and will stay open until a hire has been made. 

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$62,232 - $75,564.

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 .