Clinical Research Coordinator (Research Services Entry - Intermediate Professional)

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (Research Services Entry - Intermediate Professional) to join the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes on the Prevention Team. The role involves coordinating and running NIH-funded and independent trials focused on type 1 diabetes prevention and intervention.

Onsite in Aurora, CO, you will lead coordination on one or more trials, ensure regulatory compliance, and support additional studies while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; substitution may apply with related experience.
• Entry and Intermediate levels require a bachelor’s degree; advanced degree may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and run clinical trials on type 1 diabetes prevention/intervention.
• Lead study coordination on one or more trials and support others.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, sponsor communication, and data integrity.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal relationships

Customer service

Anatomy/physiology terminology

Research protocol interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any field)

Bachelor’s degree in science/health field

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: BDC - Pediatric Division

Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator (Research Services Entry - Intermediate Professional)

Position #:00847826 – Requisition #: 41144

Job Summary

The Barbara Davis Center (BDC) for Childhood Diabetes at the University of Colorado Denver is a multi-disciplinary diabetes center affiliated with the University of Colorado, School of Medicine. The patient population spans the ages 1 to 70 years with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The BDC also serves as a clinical center for TrialNet, an international, multi-center research organization with the goal of understanding the pathophysiology of type 1 diabetes as well as finding ways to prevent type 1 diabetes. Additionally we have many treatment and prevention industry sponsored clinical trials for type 1 diabetes.

This is a full-time Research Science Clinical Science Entry - Intermediate Professional position working on the Prevention Team at the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes. The Prevention Teams conducts clinical trials for type 1 diabetes prevention and intervention. This position involves coordinating and running clinical trials in type 1 diabetes both NIH funded and independently funded. The person in this position will act as the lead study coordinator on one or more clinical trials and provides support on numerous other trials.

Jobs in this career family provide direct professional support of research activities. Functions include contracts and grants solicitation and administration, grant/agreement preparation, review and negotiation, regulatory compliance, sponsor communication and post and pre award management, human subject compliance, research animal management, research laboratory coordination and instruction, environmental health and safety, radiation control, hazardous materials use, disposal and training.

Professionals at the entry and intermediate level are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involved creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field.

At the entry level, duties are limited in scope and are performed with guidance and direction from other professionals and are performed in a training and Development capacity.

At the intermediate level, duties are less limited in scope and are performed independently with occasional guidance and direction from other professionals.

Nature of Work

• Clinical Science Professionals perform clinical research related functions which may include patient-oriented research or research conducted with human subjects. Patient-oriented research includes mechanisms of human disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, or development of new technologies. Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research and health services research.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us

The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes is one of the largest diabetes research and clinical care centers in the world, dedicated to improving the lives of people with diabetes. Joining our team means becoming part of a mission-driven community that blends cutting-edge research with compassionate patient care. You’ll work alongside internationally recognized experts who are shaping the future of diabetes prevention, management, and cure, while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

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: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Entry

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Intermediate

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Substitution A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• One (1) year clinical research or related experience.
• Substitution: An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

All levels require applicants meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Entry

• Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
• Phlebotomy

Intermediate

• Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
• Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
• Phlebotomy

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.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• 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
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

Questions should be directed to: BDC HR, [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until September 22, 2026. If this option is used, the posting will come down on the date indicated. The hiring department will need to notify their Talent Acquisition Consultant if the role needs to be reposted.

Anticipated Pay Range

• Entry: $49,899 - $66,865
• Intermediate: $54,302 - $72,765

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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 [e-mail].

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.

University Staff

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Sep 17, 2026

Unposting Date

Sep 22, 2026, 11:59:00 PM