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Non-Invasive Cardiologist: Assistant- Associate Professor

CardiologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$380k-$450k

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Job Description

  • University of Colorado Anschutz
  • Department: Division of Cardiology – Non-Invasive Cardiologist
  • Job Title: Assistant Professor – Associate Professor
  • Position #:00851391 – Requisition #: 41561

Job Summary

The University of Colorado School of Medicine’s Division of Cardiology has an immediate opening for a non-invasive cardiologist to join our team as a clinician educator. This position will involve a range of general cardiology responsibilities split between the flagship University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus and one of its associated hospital-outpatient department ambulatory clinics in the Denver Metro area.

The preferred candidate should be board certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Medicine by the ABIM. The candidate should also be trained and proficient in echocardiography services.

There will be opportunity for academic work, including education, investigation, and administration within a large academic medical center.

This is a terrific opportunity to join the region’s only comprehensive academic cardiology division dedicated to providing exceptional, cutting-edge clinical care to patients in the Denver Metro region, Colorado, and surrounding states.

Key Responsibilities

  • Approximately 50-75%25 patient care on the Anschutz Medical Campus split between ICU/inpatient rounding, clinic, and ancillary cardiology services at the University of Colorado Hospital Heart and Vascular Center
  • Approximately 25-50%25 ambulatory cardiac services at one of the outlying hospital-outpatient department clinics in the Denver Metro area.
  • Perform echocardiography +/- nuclear cardiology services
  • Education

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

Why Join Us

We are the only full-service cardiology practice in Colorado, we practice out of the largest hospital in Colorado, and we are the only Division of Cardiology in the state servicing an allopathic medical school.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality clinical care across the full spectrum of cardiovascular offerings, conduct cutting-edge research that improves our understanding of cardiovascular science and innovates care delivery, and train cardiovascular clinicians and researchers for future generations.

We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining a diverse environment that fosters excellence and rewarding opportunities.

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 (based on percentage of time)
  • 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Open Rank: 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. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Assistant Professor

  • MD
  • Board eligible/certified in Cardiovascular Medicine by ABIM

Associate Professor

  • MD
  • Board eligible/certified in Cardiovascular Medicine by ABIM
  • 5 years experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Articulate a vision for the future of academic and community cardiovascular care in the Colorado region
  • The candidate should also be trained and proficient in echocardiography; CT, MRI, and/or nuclear cardiology training is a plus.
  • Talented educator
  • Academically productive

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 cu.edu.
  • Questions should be directed to: Bobby Pinter, bobby.pinter@cuanschtuz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by January 31, 2027.

Anticipated Pay Range

  • The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
  • Assistant Professor
  • $380,000 to $430,000
  • Associate Professor
  • $410,000 - $450,000

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: cu.edu

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 nondiscrimination 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.

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
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Non-invasive cardiologyClinical educationMedical research

Cardiology — Physician Career Context

In Colorado, the Cardiology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$469k (16 salary observations; 48 listings), vs ~$507k nationally (253 salary observations; 1,341 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 39 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 72% have no call, 26% require no weekends.

Cardiology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$380k–$450kCardiology median $543k (middle half $469k–$623k)240 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Colorado vs national$469k median in Colorado$507k nationally (−7%)16 state / 253 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$403k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Cardiology listings in Colorado6 active626 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 72% no call · 26% no weekends39 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedColorado Physician listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 18% offer loan repayment379 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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

median 2.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Cardiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 618 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 insurance (multiple plan options)
Dental insurance (multiple plan options)
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(a) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution
22 vacation days/year
15 sick days/year

Living in Aurora

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$446k≈ 1.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,742/mo≈ 6% 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.