Open Rank Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional (Entry to Senior)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental insurance options

Paid time off

Retirement 401(a) Plan with employer contributions

Tuition benefits for employees

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Research Services Clinical Sciences professional in Aurora, CO. This role coordinates the collection, processing, and management of biospecimens for research, ensuring data integrity and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has clinical research experience. Responsibilities involve managing specimen collection, data maintenance, and adherence to regulatory standards. Benefits include medical, dental, and generous vacation accruals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field required.
• One to two years of clinical research or related experience required.
• Experience with EMR or EHR data management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staff schedules for biospecimen collections.
• Manage biological samples and clinical research data.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and compliance documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Basic human anatomy and physiology

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's or PhD may substitute experience

Tools

Electronic data capture systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Research Services Clinical Sciences (Open Rank – Intermediate to Senior) Professional provides essential support to the Pathology Shared Resource by coordinating the collection, processing, storage, and management of biospecimens for clinical and translational research.

This role ensures the integrity, quality, and traceability of biological samples and associated data while maintaining strict compliance with institutional policies, regulatory standards, and study protocols.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in clinical research and biospecimen handling within a dynamic academic medical environment. Responsibilities include managing biological tissue and fluid specimens and maintaining accurate, secure clinical research data for ongoing studies.

This position also involves coordinating research staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for biospecimen collection during patient clinic visits and surgical procedures. The individual will actively monitor EPIC clinic and operating room schedules to identify upcoming procedures involving research participants and support timely specimen collection.

Additional responsibilities include developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) and compliance documentation, and supporting the implementation of policies and guidelines required to achieve and maintain College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation for the Pathology Shared Resource.

Key Responsibilities

• (10%) Prepare and manage research staff schedule to cover research specimen collections during patient clinic visits and surgeries.
• (15%) Data collection and management from medical records systems (EPIC).
• (40%) Collection and processing of tissue and body fluid samples from clinical procedures.
• (15%) Collection of research specimens from surgical procedures in the pathology gross room.
• (5%) Development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures and compliance documentation.
• (5%) Physical and digital inventory management.
• (5%) Data entry and management in Clinical Research Management Systems (OnCore).
• (5%) Tissue analysis and distribution for research projects.

Work Location

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

Qualifications

• Entry Professional
  • Bachelor's degree in any field
    • 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 Professional
  • Bachelor's degree in any field
  • One (1) year of clinical research or related experience
    • An advanced degree (Master's 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.
• Senior Professional
  • Bachelor's degree in any field
  • Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience
    • An advanced degree (Master's 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or a health-related field
• Three (3) years of clinical research or related experience
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g., EMR or EHR and data management systems)

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

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.

Benefits

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

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

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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.