Data Analyst, Senior Professional Research Assistant Level 3

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick days: 15/year

Vacation days: 22/year

Holiday days: 10/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Health insurance

Job summary

The University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center in Aurora seeks a full-time Senior Professional Research Assistant (Sr. PRA) Level 3 to manage data and perform analyses for cancer research projects within the Population Health Shared Resource.

The role involves collaboration with investigators and mentorship support, with a focus on data integrity and research quality. The position offers a hybrid schedule (3 days on campus) and access to extensive university resources, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biostatistics or related quantitative field.
• Two years of experience with SAS, R, or Stata for analysis.
• Experience with cancer registry data preferred.
• Strong data management and analytical reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide database management and statistical analysis for grant-funded projects.
• Collaborate with investigators to define project needs.
• Integrate data from multiple sources and ensure data integrity.
• Develop tables, reports, and analyses as directed.
• Contribute to manuscripts and publications.
• Maintain thorough documentation of analyses.

Skills

Biostatistics

SAS

R

Stata

Data management

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in biostatistics

PhD in related field

Tools

SAS

R

Stata

Tableau

ArcGIS

Job description

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

University of Colorado Cancer Center; Colorado School of Public Health

Department: Population Health Shared Resource; Health Systems, Management, & Policy

Job Title: Data Analyst, Senior Professional Research Assistant Level 3

Position #:00853267 – Requisition #: 41110

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCC) is looking to hire a full-time Senior Professional Research Assistant (Sr. PRA) – Level 3 within the Population Health Shared Resource (PHSR), a shared resources that provides quantitative and behavioral support to Cancer Center members and the university. The PHSR Data Analyst will be responsible for managing data and conducting analyses, meeting with investigators to determine the parameters of their projects and consulting with the PHSR Director(s) and Administrator to identify the best resources to meet user needs; maintaining appropriate records of work/service performed. PHSR maintains a large portfolio of cancer-related projects, and the position offers the opportunity to grow as a researcher with strong mentorship and the resources provided by the university the Cancer Center.

This position is for a Core-based Sr PRA 3– where Core members are usually expected to possess higher technical skills, educational training and interpersonal skills while operating a highly-expensive, sophisticated, cutting-edge equipment, and advanced data analysis supporting a wide variety of project and collaborating with multiple researchers’ campus-wide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide scientifically rigorous database management and statistical analysis for multiple grant-funded research projects
• Collaborate with Principal Investigators and other stakeholders to discuss project needs
• Creatively and effectively integrate data from multiple sources
• Check data for integrity
• Assist with the development of tables, reports, analysis as directed by project leaders
• Provide input into publications and interdepartmental projects
• Conduct analysis of SEER, SEER-Medicare linked data, All-Payers Claims Databases, MarketScan, electronic health records, and other sources of data
• Conduct analysis of cancer registry data
• Write methods and results drafts for manuscripts
• Maintain documentation of analyses

Why Join Us:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

PHSR is a campus-wide shared resource, operated under the umbrella of the Cancer Center. It is Colorado’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, a distinction recognizing its outstanding contributions to research, clinical trials, prevention and cancer control. CU Cancer Center’s clinical care sites are UCHealth, University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital Colorado are ranked nationally by U.S. News and World Report.

The CU Cancer Center’s vision is to “prevent and conquer cancer. Together.” We do this through our mission statement of “uniting our community to overcome cancer through innovation, discovery, prevention, early detection, multidisciplinary care and education.” The CU Cancer Center oversees and supports twelve advanced Shared Resources (from basic science cell technologies to omics to population health science), with the PHSR being one of them. Our more than 300 renowned physicians and researchers conduct patient-centered research to develop innovative, state‑of‑the‑art technologies, and treatments. Our expertise across cancer types helps us provide world‑class treatment for common cancers, while offering hope for many patients with difficult or aggressive tumors who have struggled to find treatment options elsewhere.

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top‑tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region’s health and well‑being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master’s concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Master’s degree in biostatistics, statistics, economics, health services research, epidemiology, or related quantitative field
• Two (2) years of experience using databases and statistical software (SAS, R and/or Stata) for analysis or two (2) years of experience in cancer research using Cancer Registry (state or SEER) datasets and medical claims (e.g., SEER-Medicare, Medicare and/or Medicaid claims, All-Payer Claims Databases)

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD degree in biostatistics, statistics, economics, health services research, epidemiology, or related quantitative field
• Experience with statistical analysis and programming including SAS, Stata, R, and mapping software (ArcGIS, Tableau)
• Experience working with multiple data sources including large administrative databases and medical records
• Experience working with cancer registry data
• Experience with health economics research
• Experience conducting cancer prevention and control research

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of health services research, program evaluation, or other patient outcomes research methods using observational data
• Extensive knowledge and skills with database management and analysis
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Collaborative work skills
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks on tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $67,209 – 105,729. The above salary 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.

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 [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.

Research Faculty

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Sep 16, 2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing