Research Services Clinical Science Entry Professional (Entry Level)

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks an entry-level Research Services Professional to support trauma surgery studies. The role involves recruitment, data collection, and coordination across multiple trials, with nights/weekends required and a 40-hour week cap.

Under supervision, you will assist with recruitment, scheduling, data entry, and study support, acting as a facilitator and data manager throughout assigned trials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, biology, or related field from an accredited institution preferred.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage human research subject recruitment and ensure compliance with regulatory policies.
• Assist with study subject activities: chart reviews, recruitment, collecting/processing samples, scheduling visits, and data collection/entry.
• Maintain participant confidentiality with courtesy and respect.
• Assist with data management: collection, entry, and verification for accuracy.
• Build relationships with research subjects, teams, collaborators, and colleagues.
• Adhere to protocol, policy, and regulatory requirements for human subjects research (COMIRB and CITI training).
• Coordinate and manage data from Industry, REDCap, and Oncore; monitor progress of trials.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Relationship building

Time management

Following procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree (public health/public administration/biomedical fields)

Tools

REDCap

Oncore

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Surgery, Division of GI,Trauma, and EndocrineSurgery

Job Title: Research ServicesClinical Science Entry Professional (Entry Level)

Position 00838083 : –Requisition #:37441

Job Summary:

Dr. Cohen's lab is hiring a fulltime (1.0 FTE) Research ServicesEntry Professional. This position is expected to work exclusivelyfor studies within Trauma Surgery. This position will requiremaking professional and appropriate decisions within a timelymanner in emergent situations, odd hours (somenights/weekends/holidays), and the ability to respond quickly andeffectively to change.

Under supervision, assists with various research-relatedactivities, working on projects that focus on a variety of topicsrelated to health and healthcare services. Will likely supportmultiple projects at the University of Colorado Anschutz MedicalCampus, with a deeper focus on one or more projects as appropriate.General duties may include assisting with the recruitment of studysubjects, scheduling visits, collecting samples, performing datacollection/entry, and providing general administrative projectsupport. This position will act as a facilitator and data managerfor the duration of any assigned study. This position will beassigned to trials on an ongoing basis. It is the responsibility ofthis position to meet trial goals and to keep the manager informedon the progress of all assigned trial responsibilities.

This position will be shift-based and require nights/weekendswith shift differential included in hourly pay. This position willnot be expected to work more than 40 hours per week, which includesnight and weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage human research subject recruitment and ensure compliancewith all applicable regulatory agencies/policies; oversee subjectenrollment and onboarding.
• Assists with study subject activities, which may include but isnot limited to; chart review, recruitment, collecting andprocessing patient biologic samples, making calls, schedulingvisits, patient navigation, and outcome tracking.
• Ensures eligibility and subject confidentiality, while treatingparticipants with courtesy, dignity, empathy, and respect throughall verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Assists with data management activities, which may includecollection, entry, and verification for accuracy andintegrity.
• Builds and maintains good relationships with research subjects,teams, collaborators, and colleagues.
• Adheres to all protocol, policy, and regulatory requirementsrequired to conduct human subjects research, including trainingrequirements for COMIRB and CITI.
• Coordinate, analyze, and manage applicable research datareceived from Industry, REDCap, and Oncore; use data to monitor theprogress of clinical and observational trials, track outcomes andensure goals are met.
• Other duties as assigned.j
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

We are driven to improve every life at the Department of Surgerywith our commitment to innovative surgical care, curing throughdiscovery, enlightening tomorrow's leaders, and daring to beexceptional. Our focus on patient care, education, and researchwill lead to innovative discoveries and promote quality care andsafety for our patients.

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in public health, public administration,social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare,Biology, or a directly related field from an accredited institutionis preferred.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) or more years of experience working with clinicaltrials.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing andorally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective workingrelationships with employees at all levels throughout theinstitution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advancediversity and inclusion.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and keep organized.
• Ability to work well with outside entities and follow staterules.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for thisposition has been established as $48,446- $61,623

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position may beeligible 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 plansand 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 allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail]

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated toensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conductbackground investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.