Certified Nurse-Midwife or Certified Midwife / Instructor / Senior Instructor / Assistant Professor in the Clinical Practice Track (Open Rank) CU Denver $650 million in research grants.

For more information, visit paid time off, sick time United States, Colorado, Aurora Aug 24, 2026 Faculty

Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department:

Center of Midwifery

• Anschutz Medical Campus Job Title:

  Certified Nurse-Midwife or Certified Midwife / Instructor / Senior Instructor / Assistant Professor in the Clinical Practice Track (Open Rank) Position #:00673584
• Requisition #: 40905

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Nature of Work:

The University of Colorado College of Nursing is seeking a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) or a Certified Midwife (CM) for a 1.0 FTE, benefits-eligible, position with its University Nurse Midwives (UNM) faculty practice in Aurora, CO (on the Anschutz Medical Campus) to provide antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, wellness and gynecological care to a select population. This position is clinically based as a health care provider and includes an instructor level clinical practice track appointment within the College of Nursing. The University of Colorado, College of Nursing currently has four academic midwifery faculty practices and a midwifery education program. This full-time position will work night shifts 50% of the time. The University of Colorado Anschutz 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 $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Faculty Practice Description:

UNM works collaboratively within the OB/GYN department and offers families many services including individualized care, group prenatal care, childbirth education, lactation services, behavioral health services, and referrals to specialty care with the University of Colorado and UCHealth systems. UNM provides full-scope midwifery care to individuals at the Anschutz Medical Campus and inpatient care to STRIDE clinic patients. UNM believes that families benefit from personalized and comprehensive care that focuses on the individual while including the family in the plan of care. The practice provides care to families from many countries and strives to offer culturally appropriate care. This position is a faculty appointment and involvement in the College of Nursing is expected. The nurse-midwife will be part of a midwifery service that consists of 19 midwives and has a long and successful history within the University of Colorado system.

Supervision Received:

Work is performed independently under the general direction and authority of the

UNM Clinical Lead Supervision Exercised:

None Examples of Work Performed:

• Provide full scope care to the gynecologic, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patient
• Provide care in the outpatient clinic, OBED, and intrapartum unit
• Utilize limited obstetric ultrasound skills in the outpatient and inpatient setting
• Attend monthly practice meetings and participate in a minimum of one-practice and/or College of Nursing committees.
• Educate health care team students (APPs, medical students, residents) and actively participate in student evaluations
• Participate in practice development, promotion and community outreach.
• Active participation in health plan contracts.
• Remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Location:

Onsite

• this role is expected to work onsite and is located in

Aurora, CO Why Join Us:

CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three incredible hospitals

• the VA, the nationally ranked University of Colorado Hospital, and the Children's Hospital Colorado where our nursing students and faculty learn every day.

From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. s & World Report 2023). Our faculty, students and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace

• helping make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together. 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% 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:

11/year

Tuition Benefit:

Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass:

Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits

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, or Assistant Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Current AMCB certification.
• Current RN and APN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.

o Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire. o Please review DORA's Nursing Licensing Guide for detailed requirements: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUWVoJSKm06kbhiH-WBNJ8

OqolFRmXwD/view Senior Instructor:

• Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Current AMCB certification.
• Current RN and APN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.

o Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire. o Please review DORA's Nursing Licensing Guide for detailed requirements: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUWVoJSKm06kbhiH-WBNJ8OqolFRmXwD/view

• Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.

Assistant Professor:

• Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Doctoral degree in nursing, midwifery, an appropriate area of science, or a related area from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Current AMCB certification.
• Current RN and APN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.

o Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire. o Please review DORA's Nursing Licensing Guide for detailed requirements: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUWVoJSKm06kbhiH-WBNJ8OqolFRmXwD/view

• Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be willing and able to obtain current AMCB certification by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to provide full scope contraceptive services and counseling on abortion services.
• Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to obtain valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to complete CAQH and all credentialing requirements prior to by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to actively participate in health plan contracts.
• Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
• Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases.
• Must be willing and able to work extra shifts if and when necessary to cover practice needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, active DEA Licensure
• Experience working in a high patient volume and/or high-acuity patient setting
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary clinical care teams

Competencies:

• Exceptional independent judgment to monitor and respond to changes in a client's condition
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and other members of the health care team
• Skilled in the use of the electronic medical health record
• Excellent knowledge of and ability to perform clinical teaching
• Ability to effectively develop and promote practice
• Strong collaborative nature
• Willingness and ability to actively participate in health plan contracts
• Ability to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current 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 4. A copy of all current licenses and certifications (LCSW, LPC, CPR/BLS, etc.) Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to:

CON HR, con.hr@ucdenever.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 29th, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

HIRING RANGE

$95,683

• $105,252 annually at Instructor of Clinical Practice/CNM, $96,639
• $106,304 annually at Sr. Instructor of Clinical Practice /CNM $97,596
• $107,357 annually at Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice /CNM 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:

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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, Additional Attachments

• Refer to

Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions :

A copy of all current licenses and certifications (LCSW, LPC, CPR/BLS, etc)

Job Category :

Faculty

Primary Location :

Aurora

Department :

U0001

• Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
• 20468
• CON-DEAN

ADMINISTRATION

Schedule :

Full-time

Posting Date :

Aug 24, 2026

Unposting Date :

Aug 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Posting Contact Name :

CON HR

Posting Contact Email :

con.hr@ucdenever.edu

Position Number :

00674380