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Open Rank- Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor – Cardiothoracic Radiologist

RadiologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$500k-$650k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • University of Colorado Anschutz
  • Department: Radiology
  • Job Title: Open Rank- Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor – Cardiothoracic Radiologist
  • Position #00828549 – Requisition #40021

Job Summary

The Department of Radiology at University of Colorado Denver is seeking applicants for a full-time radiologist and faculty member in the Cardiothoracic Radiology Section. We are interested in candidates at any stage of their career from the Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels.

The Department of Radiology offers two career pathways.

Clinical Practice Track

  • Exclusive focus on clinical work with no research expectations.
  • Productivity-based compensation plan.

Academic/Tenure Eligible Track

  • Focus on clinical, teaching, and research missions.
  • Academic faculty are incentive eligible.

The department has an excellent track record of obtaining J1 waivers, and candidates are encouraged to apply. The department will provide a robust relocation package along with a signing bonus.

The Cardiothoracic Radiology section has a strong regional and growing national reputation. It performs the full range of both thoracic and cardiac imaging including radiography, CT and MR.

The section participates in multiple multidisciplinary conferences across campus including Interstitial Lung Disease, Thoracic tumor board, CTEPH patient selection committee, Aorta conference among others. There is a Cardiothoracic Imaging fellowship jointly administered with National Jewish Health.

There is extensive departmental and institutional support to achieve the clinical, teaching and research missions of the division.

Key Responsibilities

  • As a member of the Department of Radiology covering multiple sites, the successful recruit will be required to participate in all aspects of our clinical practice
  • Participation and collaboration through interdisciplinary conferences is ongoing
  • Participation in fellow, and resident education is expected
  • Being one of the primary radiologists at our hospital, regular interaction with referring providers within our highly collaborative setting is a standard expectation of the role.

Work location will be determined during the interview process based on the candidate’s preference.

Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule with the ability to read from home and from the hospital as the section clinical schedule allows.

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us

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 $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit cuanschutz.edu.

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: 10/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.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Sr. Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below. Total career progression opportunity within ranks is dependent upon rank at entry.

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.

Sr. Instructor- Professor

Minimum Qualifications

  • Licensed MD or DO from accredited institution in the U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate
  • ABR eligible or certified
  • Colorado license by the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Subspeciality fellowship training
  • Experience working and collaborating with multiple clinical specialties

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Interpretation of radiology imaging studies and procedures

Competency in Basic Radiology Procedures

The rank is dependent on a combination of academic accomplishments, career pathway, as well as input from the department’s Promotion and Tenure committee.

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

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. Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at cu.edu.

Questions should be directed to: Drue Wagenschutz (drue.wagenschutz@cuanschutz.edu)

Screening of Applications Begins

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range

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

Sr. Instructor: $500,000 - $650,000

  • Assistant Professor: $500,000 - $650,000
  • Associate Professor: $500,000 - $650,000
  • Professor: $500,000 - $650,000

Compensation is based on a productivity model that could exceed the range above. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions (up to $35,000 per year) that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator: cu.edu

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.

Total Compensation Calculator: cu.edu

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

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
10+ years of experience

Key Skills

Thoracic imagingCT imagingMR imagingInterdisciplinary collaborationMedical educationInterpretation of imaging studies

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 48% have no call, 34% require no weekends.

Radiology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

How many Radiology jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$500k–$650kRadiology median $586k (middle half $500k–$638k)141 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$558k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiology listings in Colorado12 active1,103 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 26% remote · 48% no call · 34% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusColorado Physician listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 18% offer loan repayment370 active listings, Nov 2026
Radiology hiring demand#11 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 54 days · 31% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 214 postings, 220 closed
New Radiology listings544 in the last 30 days159 the 30 days before (+242%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiology pay trend+8.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Implied production pay~$383k$45/wRVU × 8,500 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule, WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Radiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,103 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About University of Colorado

Higher Education
Aurora, Colorado
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Disability, Life, Vision insurance
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of 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: 10/year

Living in Aurora

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$446k≈ 0.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,742/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.