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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.
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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.

Learn About Our Campuses

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

An Interview with Dean John Sampson

New Dean outlines a bold new vision for CU.

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Patrick O’Rourke to join Children’s Hospital Colorado

Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer Patrick O’Rourke announced today he is leaving CU...

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Life in space from a CU Boulder alumna who has been there

Sarah Gillis (AeroEngr’17) is a lead space operations engineer and astronaut trainer at SpaceX with literal...

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Hannah Brenkert-Smith Part of Team Receiving the 2024 Governor’s Pathfinding Partnerships Award

Associate Research Professor Hannah Brenkert-Smith, Institute of Behavioral Science, is a member of the...

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UCCS staff member recognized as Veterans Champion in Higher Education

Jeff Deickman, Assistant Director of Veteran and Military Affairs, was recognized by Military Friendly® with...

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William Wei is again named Colorado’s state historian

CU Boulder historian serving second term in position, focusing on an accurate and comprehensive portrayal of...

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Andrés Montoya-Castillo earns 2024 Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering

CU Boulder chemist will use the five-year support to study tailoring cycles affecting energy flow in solar...

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More Than A Lesson Plan: Assistant Professor Gabriela DeRobles Creates Impact Through Connections

Assistant Professor Gabriela DeRobles teaches several courses in the Modern Languages Department at CU Denver...

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LASP director of engineering retires after 46 years of service

Thomas Sparn, director of engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder's Laboratory for Atmospheric...

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Segal named Kraemer Family Endowed Professor of Aging Studies

Gore led the first clinical trial of an immunotherapy drug that is revolutionizing treatment for B-acute...

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Improving astronaut team performance during Lunar operations

Katya Arquilla is leading a major new NASA grant to mitigate the negative effects of communication delays on...

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Cooley named UCCS Chief of Police

Diana Cooley has been named the new Chief of Police for UCCS. Her first day on campus will be October 1, 2024.

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Samuel Ramsey receives the prestigious Lowell Thomas Award

Once frightened of insects, Ramsey has become a leader in the field of entomology.

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Gibson completes term on NCAA Committee

Nathan Gibson, Executive Director of Athletics, recently completed his term on the National Collegiate...

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Teara Flagg Lander Named Executive Director of The Collaborative at CU Denver

New Center Supports Higher Education Executives with Equity Planning and Practices.

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Russell Moore stepping down as CU Boulder provost after nearly 14 years

Moore is CU Boulder’s longest serving provost and the longest continuously serving provost among the...

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Libraries hire new archivist for the Glenn Miller Collection

The Glenn Miller Collection now has a dedicated archivist in the University Libraries whose job will be to...

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CU Cancer Center Leader Lia Gore, MD, is on the Front Lines of Treating Pediatric Cancer

Gore led the first clinical trial of an immunotherapy drug that is revolutionizing treatment for B-acute...

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New Director Named for the Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education

Erika Freitas, PhD, to lead IPE program, which prepares CU Anschutz students to work collaboratively for the...

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Orit Peleg selected as a 2024 Schmidt Science Polymath

Orit Peleg, associate professor of computer science and Biofrontiers Institute faculty member at CU Boulder...

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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.

Paul Harvey, Ph.D.

Distinguished Professor

Department of History

After spending 24 years at CU, he's noticed CU Colorado Springs students and faculty members stand out compared to other universities.

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.

Min Choi, Ph.D.

Professor

Computer Science

Min Choi thrives on the collaborative nature at CU Denver.

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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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