Scientific Lead for Neuroscience, COMBAT Medicine Research Center

Job Summary:

The COMBAT Medicine Research Center is seeking an experienced scientific researcher for the role of Scientific Lead for Neuroscience. In this role, the successful candidate will serve as subject matter expert for neuroscience research, particularly related to traumatic brain injury, other forms of neuronal injury, and other neurobiological processes and pathologies related to military service. The successful candidate will contribute their expertise related to identification of physiologic and injury mechanisms, novel opportunities for therapeutic interventions, and translating preclinical results into human studies.

All applicants must either hold a faculty role at CU or be able to obtain a faculty role at CU at the time of hire.

For the selected candidate, the COMBAT Medicine Research Center will:

1. Provide education and opportunities pertaining to DOD funding mechanisms, application processes, military medicine, and military operations

2. Support in the development of DOD proposals, throughout the Preaward and Postaward process

3. Work to disseminate Neuroscience research findings to critical stakeholders, and provide dissemination and implementation expertise

4. Make opportunities available for the candidate to present their research, and COMBAT's neuroscience portfolio, to VIP guests from the DOD and other federal agencies, including funding sponsor offices, military operational medical providers, and key leaders and decision-makers

5. Support attendance at COMBAT relevant meetings and conferences as able.

Key Responsibilities:

* Participate in weekly COMBAT Medicine Research Center meetings.

* Contribute to the COMBAT Medicine Research Center's strategic direction.

* Attend meetings organized by the COMBAT Medicine Research Center with funding sponsors, federal program leaders, and other relevant stakeholders and provide informational briefings on Neuroscience research within the center.

* Provide input to other COMBAT Associated Investigators developing research relevant to Neuroscience; the candidate's contributions would be reflected in inclusion as key personnel, as appropriate.

* Contribute expertise around biomedical innovation and developing collaboration with industry partners.

* In alignment with developing the next generation of researchers, the candidate will be asked to serve as a mentor for COMBAT Scholars interested in pursuing neuroscience research, including support of manuscript and presentation development.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine is dedicated to delivering superlative patient care, providing an environment where training and education thrive and innovation and discovery are fostered.

The Department of Emergency Medicine is based at CU Anschutz in Aurora Colorado. The campus is a state of the art medical campus home to the University of Colorado Anschutz Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, the Colorado School of Public Health; as well as the University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado both of which serve as major training sites for the Denver Health Residency in Emergency Medicine.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

* 10 or more years of experience leading research pertaining to preclinical and translational neuroscience research, especially pertaining to neuronal injury and models of traumatic brain injury.

* Previous DOD funding.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in research strategy development and biomedical innovation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanisms of neuronal injury and identification of therapeutic targets.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

Conditions of Employment:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

How to Apply:

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

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: EMED Human Resources, emed.humanresources@ucdenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until May 23^rd, 2026.

Anticipated Stipend:

The stipend for this role has been established at $20,000.

The above stipend 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

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.