Program Director

Job Summary:

Addressing and reducing disparities in public health are foundational to the work of the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH). The Latino Public Health Initiative (LPHI), a key strategic priority of the ColoradoSPH Office of the Dean, is dedicated to increasing collaborative partnerships with community-based organizations, academic institutions, state and local leaders, and other collaborators to address the public health disparities facing Colorado's Latino(a) or Latinx communities.

The LPHI aims to advance the work of ColoradoSPH and to support the school's goal of becoming a renowned leader in Latino public health policy, research, and practice. The Program Director will play a significant leadership role, primarily responsible for offering program guidance, leading research efforts, and directing other aspects of the initiative on behalf of the school.

This appointment requires a commitment of at least 0.2 FTE over 12-months and will be linked to a full-time or part-time faculty appointment at the rank of Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor within the ColoradoSPH, any of the University of Colorado Anschutz schools (School of Medicine, College of Nursing, Skaggs School of Pharmacy, School of Dental Medicine, or Graduate School), or the University of Colorado Denver (UC Denver) or University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder). The position is eligible for tenure or non-tenure track faculty, and both external candidates and those interested in a part-time position are welcome to apply.

Examples of Work Performed

• Lead the administrative and operational activities of the LPHI.
• Engage with CU Anschutz, UNC, and CSU faculty, staff, and leadership to advance Latino(a) or Latinx public health at ColoradoSPH and within the community.
• Guide and develop sponsored research projects and community outreach activities that focus on timely issues relevant to Colorado's Latino(a) or Latinx population.
• Facilitate collaborations among investigators and community organizations interested in sponsored research, service-oriented programs, and fee-for-service strategies to bolster the LPHI's work.
• Bring together members of the Colorado Latino(a) or Latinx community to enhance best practices in public health research, education, and policy development, and to pinpoint gaps and disparities that ColoradoSPH researchers can address.
• Mentor, recruit, and nurture researchers, including student researchers, to build a skilled cohort and community of Latino(a) or Latinx -focused scholars.
• Engage members and constituents of the community in developing a vision, strategic plan, and implementation.
• Develop and administer bilateral partnerships with international institutions and universities.
• Implement approaches to grow the research portfolio and practice applications.
• Supervise the agents and employees of the Initiative.
• Plan and facilitate new initiatives and activities that promote the Initiative and promote Latino(a) or Latinx public health research and practice.
• Serve as a resource for students, student organizations, faculty, and staff about Latino(a) or Latinx public health including potential degree seeking students, fee for service opportunities with external organizations, and developing stronger pathway program opportunities with other higher education institutions.
• Perform other duties pertaining to the office of the Director as requested by the Dean.

Supervision Received

The Program Director reports to the Assistant Dean of External Relations at the Colorado School of Public Health.

Supervision Exercised

Depending on the scope of activities, the Program Director may supervise staff engaged in various activities related to Latino public health.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs including a Master's concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, climate and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally. The School is committed to diversity and inclusion in its faculty, staff, administration, and student body. The School intentionally builds the public health infrastructure toward health equity and the elimination of health disparities for all communities.

The ColoradoSPH aims to build a diverse and representative academic community that recognizes the importance of social, economic, health, and environmental justice. We strive to promote equity, diversity, and to be a model of inclusive excellence. As a tri-campus partnership, ColoradoSPH stands with academic, practice, and community partners nationwide to condemn racism, injustice, and inequity. Please click here to learn more about our equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment statement and plan to dismantle structural racism: https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/about-us/diversity-inclusive-excellence.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado, the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region and one of the newest education, research, and patient care facilities in the world. Currently home to 25,000 employees, more than 5,000 degree-seeking students and two nationally recognized hospitals that handle 1.7 million patient visits each year, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future, carries out a broad range of research, and cares for the state's children, adults, and veterans.

Work Location: This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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: Travis Leiker, travis.leiker@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by September 18, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

The FTE is 20% (0.2 FTE). As compensation for serving as Program Director the Office of the Dean will provide 20% salary support (up to the education salary cap of $40,000).

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• A master's degree or equivalent experience in a field relevant to clinical medicine or academic public health.
• At least 3 years of experience in public health activities.
• Demonstrated scholarly and public health practice activity in Latino(a) or Latinx health, social determinants of health, or similar field.
• Successful experience in obtaining grants, contracts, or other funding in public health or other field.
• An established record of excellence in public health and/or Latino(a) or Latinx health research and demonstrated leadership and/or service; specifically, accomplishments commensurate with the criteria for appointment at the academic rank of Instructor at the School, another CU Anschutz School/College or CU Boulder or CU Denver equivalent organization.

SR. INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• A master's degree or equivalent experience in a field relevant to clinical medicine or academic public health.
• At least 4 years of experience in public health activities.
• Demonstrated scholarly and public health practice activity in Latino(a) or Latinx health, social determinants of health, or similar field.
• Successful experience in obtaining grants, contracts, or other funding in public health or other field.
• An established record of excellence in public health and/or Latino(a) or Latinx health research and demonstrated leadership and/or service; specifically, accomplishments commensurate with the criteria for appointment at the academic rank of Sr. Instructor at the School, another CU Anschutz School/College or CU Boulder or CU Denver equivalent organization.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• A terminal degree in a field relevant to clinical medicine, academic public health or a professional degree with a master's degree in a field relevant to academic public health.
• At least 5 years of experience in public health activities.
• Demonstrated scholarly and public health practice activity in Latino(a) or Latinx health, social determinants of health, or similar field.
• Successful experience in obtaining grants, contracts, or other funding in public health or other field.
• An established record of excellence in public health and/or Latino(a) or Latinx health research and demonstrated leadership and/or service; specifically, accomplishments commensurate with the criteria for appointment at the academic rank of Assistant Professor at the School, another CU Anschutz School/College or CU Boulder or CU Denver equivalent organization.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• A terminal degree in a field relevant to clinical medicine, academic public health or a professional degree with a master's degree in a field relevant to academic public health.
• Demonstrated scholarly and practice activity in Latino(a) or Latinx health, social determinants of health, or similar field.
• At least 5 years of experience in public health activities.
• Successful experience in obtaining grants and contracts in public health projects.
• An established record of excellence in public health and/or Latino(a) or Latinx health research and demonstrated leadership and/or service; specifically, accomplishments commensurate with the criteria for appointment at the academic rank of Associate Professor at the School, another CU Anschutz School/College or CU Boulder or CU Denver equivalent organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in strategic planning and implementation.

FOR FULL PROFESSOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• A record of scholarly activity (e.g., scholarly publications, national leadership, or consultation in an area of Latino public health, health disparities in underrepresented populations, or public health)
• A record of extramural peer-reviewed funding.
• Experience in educational and training activities in Latino(a) or Latinx public health.
• An established record of accomplishments commensurate with the criteria for appointment at the academic rank of Professor at ColoradoSPH, another CU Anschutz School or UC Denver or equivalent organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of skills and experience in administration and the management of people.
• Demonstrated success or potential for strong leadership of collaborative public health endeavors.
• Demonstrated excellence in developing and implementing collaborative programs in Latino public health research or practice.
• Experience working with health organizations seeking to address social determinants of health and health disparities among underrepresented populations either locally or nationally.
• Academic or community leadership experience in Latino(a) or Latinx health.
• A record of obtaining funding for public health or health care activities.
• Established networks and partnerships relevant to the work of the LPHI.
• Experience and expertise in program implementation and evaluation.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.

For Full Professor, additional preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in developing educational and training initiatives for public health, clinical trainees, and practitioners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• The ability to work with a diverse community, faculty, staff, and student body.
• Knowledge of the diverse fields of public health education, research, and practice.
• Demonstrated success in collaborative work in health education, research, or practice.
• A record of engagement and networking.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience in developing funding proposals, including adherence to sponsor guidelines, solicitation requirements, and managing externally sponsored research projects.
• Experience leading a research team.
• Proven effective experience in fundraising (grants and gifts), including engaging in development activities.