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We strive to make CU’s workforce stronger, healthier and more secure. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, wellness and retirement goals. Learn more about our benefits and perks on the CU Advantage website.
Faculty & Staff Profiles

The University of Colorado's high performing faculty and staff drive the university's achievement and impact on Colorado, the nation and the world. See what they have to say about working at CU.

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Learn about each of our campuses and browse the latest job openings.

In many ways, the CU Boulder campus is a city of its own. Our students learn, live, work and play on our stunning flagship campus nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Our positions meet the academic, research, student-life, and administrative needs of our campus and community.

Over 35,000 students, including more than 3,000 international students attend CU Boulder, and 3,500 faculty members are proud to say they are part of the Buff community.

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In the shadow of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, UCCS is home to over 11,300 students, 1,150 faculty and 800 staff.

UCCS offers a wide range of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs that capture the interest of a diverse student population. UCCS is ranked nationally and locally for high quality education and military friendliness.

The campus generates over $600 million in economic impact, creating an innovative institution that is a proud representation of Colorado’s academic prowess.

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A new of the CU Denver campus

CU Denver fosters an inclusionary, growth-focused campus vision that aims to provide the resources for all students to grow professionally and personally, with more than 41 bachelor’s and 59 master’s degrees. More than 15,000 students and over 2,000 faculty and staff members are happy to call CU Denver their home campus.

CU Denver serves the Denver community as a prestigious educational institution for students, offering unique transitionary programs such as the veterans-focused Boots to Suits project, as well as the chance to be part of impactful local initiatives like the transformational Learning Landscapes program.

Leading faculty inspire and work alongside students to solve complex challenges through boundary-breaking innovation, impactful research and creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with an annual economic impact of $832 million.

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Hailed for its top-of-the-line medical center, CU Anschutz Medical Campus is globally recognized for its comprehensive research, teaching and clinical programs in medicine, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, physical therapy and nursing.

The medical campus is the largest academic-based health care provider in the Rocky Mountains, at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine and health care. Its two nationally ranked hospitals see more than 2 million patients each year.

The campus services more than 4,500 students, in more than 40 highly rated degree programs across six schools and colleges, supported by $692 million in research awards in fiscal year 2022 – creating an overall economic impact to the state of Colorado of $8.5 billion. The innovative nature of the campus is responsible for over 1,300 patent applications and 53 new companies that stemmed from campus research since 2002.

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CU system building

The University of Colorado’s System Administration office serves the needs and goals of all CU campuses. Under the leadership of the CU President, the System office provides vital administrative support services, encompassing myriad duties, such as enterprise IT services, benefits, payroll, procurement, finance, legal services and many more. More than 600 employees provide these essential services to the CU community.

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Campus Developments & Achievements

Hands-On Learning, Real-World Impact: Jeff Knight’s Mission for CU Denver Students

When Jeff Knight, PhD, was finishing his postdoc at CU Boulder, his advisor suggested he test the job market...

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Tamara Lehman receives CAREER award to strengthen hardware security

Assistant Professor Tamara Lehman, from CU Boulder’s Department of Electrical, Computer and Energy...

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Peter E. Fecci, MD, PhD, Named Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery

Fecci will join CU in July from Duke University School of Medicine.

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‘Wicked’ star Cynthia Erivo to keynote CU’s Conference on World Affairs

The Conference on World Affairs, the Center for Leadership and the office of Strategic Relations and...

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Distinguished professor shares delayed tribute to Beethoven’s semiquincentennial birthday

The timing was unfortunate for Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday celebration. Commemorations of the fêted...

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Forty Years of Leading High-Impact Research

Wendy Kohrt steps away from her role at the CCTSI.

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Employee of the Quarter | Lisa Jones

As Interim Dean of Students and Director of Student Conduct, Lisa Jones has to walk the line of assisting...

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Ann Schmiesing named interim vice chancellor for strategic initiatives

Chancellor Justin Schwartz has appointed Ann Schmiesing interim vice chancellor for strategic initiatives,...

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Congressman Joe Neguse honors Philip DiStefano in congressional record

Noting former CU Boulder Chancellor Philip DiStefano’s longstanding tenure and impact on campus, Congressman...

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Jennifer Diamond, MD, Named Medical Director of Cancer Clinical Trials Office

Returning to a role she previously held from 2016–19, University of Colorado Cancer Center member Jennifer...

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Julia Cummings' Research, Supported by the National Civic League, Stresses the Importance of Inclusive and Contextual Communications in Public Affairs Contexts

ulia Cummings (MBA ‘12), PhD candidate in the School of Public Affairs at University of Colorado Denver, and...

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Faculty Update: Alex Reed, PsyD

Alex Reed, PsyD, Director of Behavioral Health Education and Associate Professor, University of Colorado...

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LASP’s Fran Bagenal appointed to NASA advisory committee

Fran Bagenal, a senior research scientist at the Laboratory of Atmospheric and Space Physics at the...

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Biochemist named to National Academy of Inventors

Xuedong Liu of CU Boulder is one of 170 ‘exceptional inventors’ who are helping to ‘propel us into the future...

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CU Boulder announces vice chancellor for sustainability

Chancellor Justin Schwartz has appointed Andrew Mayock vice chancellor for sustainability, effective March 10...

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Auñón-Chancellor to speak on experience as physician-astronaut

2025 Rose M. Litman Memorial Lecture in Science: Serena Auñón-Chancellor, The Future of Medicine and Surgery...

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Katharine Suding named a 2025 Franklin Institute Bower Award winner

CU Boulder distinguished professor recognized for ‘transformative contributions to restoration ecology’

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Pharmacy Dean Steps Down, Leaves Behind a Legacy of Growth and Innovation

Altiere to return to the faculty after almost 20 years as dean.

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Remembering Dr. Jarrod Hanson

Faculty Member in CU Denver’s School of Education & Human Development and Former Chair of CU Denver’s...

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From Furniture Design to Facilities Management: Meet Staffer Sabrina Simurdak

Sabrina Simurdak started off her career working for big-name furniture manufacturers to help people find and...

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Faculty & Staff Profiles

See what our faculty and staff have to say about working for CU.

Shannon Miller

Travel Manager

Procurement Service Center

As she helps employees on all four campuses navigating business travel around the world, Shannon feels a sense of accomplishment and service in her work.

Regina D. Richards, Ph.D., MSW

Vice Chancellor of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement

Office of Inclusion and Outreach

Regina D. Richards enjoys working collaboratively with students, staff, faculty and residents to improve health equity and educational access.

Jonathan Moore

IT Manager

I&S Business Services

Jonathan Moore appreciates CU’s excellent benefits and all the interesting people he meets.

Sarju Khadka

Manager of Reporting Systems

Office of the University Controller

Sarju Khadka’s skillset saves CU managers weeks of work, and she loves doing it.

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The University of Colorado's four campuses and system office offer multitudes of career opportunities in a surprisingly diverse array of roles. Find your next position at CU Careers, the land of a thousand opportunities.

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