Apr 24, 2026
MSTP Admissions Chair: Open Rank
- University of Colorado
- Aurora, CO, USA
Job Description
MSTP Admissions Chair: Open Rank
MSTP Admissions Chair: Open Rank - 39681 Faculty Description
University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Office of Research Education
Job Title: Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor
Working Title: MSTP Admissions Chair Open Rank
Position #: 00847153 - Requisition #: 39681Job Summary:
The Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) Admissions Chair is an integral member of the MSTP leadership team. They are responsible for overseeing all processes related to the screening, interviewing, and recruitment of potential MSTP matriculants through the annual admissions cycle. This cycle typically runs from September through May with occasional meetings during other times in the academic year. The Chair collaborates with the MSTP Director to develop policies with the aim of ensuring that the MSTP consistently matriculates motivated, high-performing applicants who are committed to research-focused careers. The Chair is a member of the MSTP Executive Committee and serves as a voting member to provide direction to the program at large.
Key Responsibilities:
Admissions Committee meetings (30%):
Responsible for overseeing all Admissions Committee meetings throughout the application cycle, which include:
o A committee charge meeting during the summer to establish expectations for the upcoming admissions cycle.
o Six two-hour post-interview review sessions to select applicants for admissions offers and placement on the alternate list.
Review relevant data prior to each meeting, establishes an agenda, and communicates objectives and priorities to committee members.
Ensure that the objectives of each committee meeting are clear to committee members and that conversations remain productive and on task to find consensus on admissions decisions.
Interview day participation (30%):
Participates in each of six MSTP interview days and ensures that there is adequate coverage for all necessary activities. Participation includes:
o A 90-minute "flash talk" session during which applicants deliver short summaries of significant research activities.
o Four 30-minute 1:1 interviews.
Identify faculty to serve as substitute interviewers when there is not adequate interview coverage from core committee members.
Admissions processes and procedures (15%):
Maintain the MSTP Admissions policy and procedures handbook.
Recruit new faculty and student members of the MSTP Admissions Committee annually.
Review admissions policies and procedures annually in collaboration with the MSTP Director, MSTP Program Manager, and Dean of Admissions in the School of Medicine to identify opportunities to improve processes.
Understand admissions policies and best practices and serves as a resource to committee members for questions that arise throughout the admissions process;
Must be familiar with key AMCAS admissions timelines and processes and understands how these items integrate with program processes throughout the application cycle.
Establish deadlines, meeting dates, and interview days for the annual MSTP application cycle (in collaboration with the MSTP Program Manager).
Admissions data management, analysis, and presentation (15%):
Maintain pertinent application, interviewing, and admissions data (in collaboration with the MSTP Program Manager).
Periodically develops summary reports and graphics to communicate pertinent admissions data to program stakeholders;
Attend MSTP Executive Committee meetings to provide regular updates on admissions trends and activities throughout the application process;
Maintain historical admissions data to assist in the development of reporting tables and narratives for MSTP grant applications and progress reports.
Applicant recruitment (10%):
May be asked to participate in talks and workshops for prospective students about CU-MSTP.
Utilize data collected from Admissions Committee meetings to establish applicant rank orders for key process decisions such as interview invitations and matriculation offers.
Confirm all interview invitations and offers of admission in coordination with the School of Medicine admissions team and the MSTP Director (including selection of alternate candidates for offers of admission as needed).
Evaluate matriculation offers in the context of class composition throughout the application process and uses this information, in conjunction with data from committee meetings, to make determinations on new offers of admission from the application alternate list.
Serves as a resource to accepted applicants, working with the MSTP Program Manager to address questions from prospective matriculants.
Contribute input into the annual MSTP Second Look Weekend and works with the student planning committee and Program Manager to ensure that Second Look Weekend provides applicants with the best possible experience to inform their decision-making process.Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through six schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.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:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Instructor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Senior Instructor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Senior Instructor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Assistant Professor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Assistant Professor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Associate Professor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Associate Professor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Professor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Professor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Preferred Qualifications:
Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.
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: Jodi Cropper JODI.CROPPER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDUScreening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 28th, 2026Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Instructor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Sr. Instructor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Assistant Professor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Associate Professor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Professor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
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.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.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20038 - SOM-DEAN EO UME Schedule
: Part-time Posting Date
: Apr 21, 2026 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Jodi Cropper Posting Contact Email: JODI.CROPPER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU Position Number: 00847153
To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39681&lang=en
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MSTP Admissions Chair: Open Rank - 39681 Faculty Description
University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Office of Research Education
Job Title: Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor
Working Title: MSTP Admissions Chair Open Rank
Position #: 00847153 - Requisition #: 39681Job Summary:
The Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) Admissions Chair is an integral member of the MSTP leadership team. They are responsible for overseeing all processes related to the screening, interviewing, and recruitment of potential MSTP matriculants through the annual admissions cycle. This cycle typically runs from September through May with occasional meetings during other times in the academic year. The Chair collaborates with the MSTP Director to develop policies with the aim of ensuring that the MSTP consistently matriculates motivated, high-performing applicants who are committed to research-focused careers. The Chair is a member of the MSTP Executive Committee and serves as a voting member to provide direction to the program at large.
Key Responsibilities:
Admissions Committee meetings (30%):
Responsible for overseeing all Admissions Committee meetings throughout the application cycle, which include:
o A committee charge meeting during the summer to establish expectations for the upcoming admissions cycle.
o Six two-hour post-interview review sessions to select applicants for admissions offers and placement on the alternate list.
Review relevant data prior to each meeting, establishes an agenda, and communicates objectives and priorities to committee members.
Ensure that the objectives of each committee meeting are clear to committee members and that conversations remain productive and on task to find consensus on admissions decisions.
Interview day participation (30%):
Participates in each of six MSTP interview days and ensures that there is adequate coverage for all necessary activities. Participation includes:
o A 90-minute "flash talk" session during which applicants deliver short summaries of significant research activities.
o Four 30-minute 1:1 interviews.
Identify faculty to serve as substitute interviewers when there is not adequate interview coverage from core committee members.
Admissions processes and procedures (15%):
Maintain the MSTP Admissions policy and procedures handbook.
Recruit new faculty and student members of the MSTP Admissions Committee annually.
Review admissions policies and procedures annually in collaboration with the MSTP Director, MSTP Program Manager, and Dean of Admissions in the School of Medicine to identify opportunities to improve processes.
Understand admissions policies and best practices and serves as a resource to committee members for questions that arise throughout the admissions process;
Must be familiar with key AMCAS admissions timelines and processes and understands how these items integrate with program processes throughout the application cycle.
Establish deadlines, meeting dates, and interview days for the annual MSTP application cycle (in collaboration with the MSTP Program Manager).
Admissions data management, analysis, and presentation (15%):
Maintain pertinent application, interviewing, and admissions data (in collaboration with the MSTP Program Manager).
Periodically develops summary reports and graphics to communicate pertinent admissions data to program stakeholders;
Attend MSTP Executive Committee meetings to provide regular updates on admissions trends and activities throughout the application process;
Maintain historical admissions data to assist in the development of reporting tables and narratives for MSTP grant applications and progress reports.
Applicant recruitment (10%):
May be asked to participate in talks and workshops for prospective students about CU-MSTP.
Utilize data collected from Admissions Committee meetings to establish applicant rank orders for key process decisions such as interview invitations and matriculation offers.
Confirm all interview invitations and offers of admission in coordination with the School of Medicine admissions team and the MSTP Director (including selection of alternate candidates for offers of admission as needed).
Evaluate matriculation offers in the context of class composition throughout the application process and uses this information, in conjunction with data from committee meetings, to make determinations on new offers of admission from the application alternate list.
Serves as a resource to accepted applicants, working with the MSTP Program Manager to address questions from prospective matriculants.
Contribute input into the annual MSTP Second Look Weekend and works with the student planning committee and Program Manager to ensure that Second Look Weekend provides applicants with the best possible experience to inform their decision-making process.Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through six schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.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:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Instructor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Senior Instructor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Senior Instructor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Assistant Professor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Assistant Professor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Associate Professor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Associate Professor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Professor:
MD, DO or PhD degree or equivalent
Current appointment with an MSTP-affiliated graduate program at the University of Colorado or be able to obtain one
2+ years of experience serving on medical school of graduate school admissions committees
Must be able to obtain a faculty appointment Professor rank at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of mentoring experience with medical or graduate students
- Curriculum development experience
- Medical education scholarship
- Medical education leadership experience
- Experience teaching in medical student course
Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with students, faculty, and leadership team members.
- Ability to be self-directed.
- Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
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: Jodi Cropper JODI.CROPPER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDUScreening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 28th, 2026Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Instructor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Sr. Instructor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Assistant Professor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Associate Professor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
Professor: $25,000 to $50,000 as 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits, up to the educational salary cap of $250,000
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.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.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20038 - SOM-DEAN EO UME Schedule
: Part-time Posting Date
: Apr 21, 2026 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Jodi Cropper Posting Contact Email: JODI.CROPPER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU Position Number: 00847153
To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39681&lang=en
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