Tissue Bank Coordinator (Open Rank, Entry to Senior)

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,446 - 72,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(a) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Tissue Bank Coordinator to perform clinical research activities across entry to senior levels. This role involves screening, consent, data capture, and regulatory compliance in a hospital-based setting.

The position is onsite with performance-based flexibility after six months, offering a robust benefits package and opportunities to collaborate with hematology research teams focused on blood cancers and related disorders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; substitution allowed on a year-for-year basis.
• One year clinical research or related experience for intermediate level; two years for senior level.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical history and eligibility.
• Ensure informed consent process is documented and filed.
• Interview prospective subjects and educate on study details.
• Schedule subject participation and coordinate clinical support.
• Maintain records and CRFs; ensure accuracy.
• Report adverse events to PI, sponsor, FDA, DSMC and regulatory staff.
• Serve as contact for ongoing studies and monitor visits.
• Perform age-appropriate care for customers.

Skills

GCP knowledge

Effective communication

Customer service

Anatomy & physiology

Research protocol interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Bachelor's degree in science or health related field

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Medicine (DOM) - Division of Hematology

Job Title: Tissue Bank Coordinator (Open Rank, Entry to Senior)

Position #:00844432 - Requisition #:38769

Job Summary:

The Tissue Bank Coordinator is a Clinical Science Professional position that performs 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain medical history and current medication information, reviews protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject.
• Ensure that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented and filed as required.
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of clinical studies. Educate potential subjects on the details of the study through phone contacts and personal interviews.
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy).
• Maintain familiarity of all records required for each study, and reviews records after each visit for completeness and accuracy.
• Abstract and record all patient data essential to the study onto required Case Report Forms (CRFs) and into the Clinical Trials database, as needed, in an accurate and timely fashion. Maintain patient clinical research files.
• Report adverse events and serious events to appropriate parties, e.g. Principal Investigator, Study Sponsor, FDA, Data and Safety Monitoring Committee (DSMC), Regulatory Affairs Coordinator.
• Serve as a contact person for ongoing clinical research studies. Schedules monitoring visits and meets with representatives from sponsoring pharmaceutical firms or in-house staff for initial orientation to studies and for review of study records.
• Implement care and services that recognize age-specific needs and issues for customers served.
• Participate in DSMC audits.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure tests and procedures required by clinical protocols are performed and documented. These include, but are not limited to vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen processing, EKG's, drug administration, and protocol specific tests and procedures.
• May be called upon to perform the following specific tests and procedures: a) blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and temperature measurements, b) specimen processing and shipping.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is in person, with flexibility options offered based on performance after 6 months on the job.

Why Join Us:

Investigators in the Division of Hematology's Blood Cancer Program are actively engaged in multiple research activities aimed at improving outcomes for patients with blood cancers and related disorders. These studies are wide-ranging and involve extensive collaboration between laboratory scientists and physicians. Our work is funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the American Cancer Society (ACS), the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), and numerous other foundations and industry sources.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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 Level:

• 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 Level:

• 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.
• One (1) year clinical research or related experience.

Senior Level:

• 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.
• Two (2) years clinical research or related experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or 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, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by February 1st, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:

• Entry Level: $48,446 - $61,623
• Intermediate Level: $52,721 - $67,061
• Senior Level: $56,995 - $72,498

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 non-discrimination 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.

Job Category: Research Services

Primary Location: Aurora

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20164 - SOM-MED-BoneMarrow Transplant

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Jan 21, 2026

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Dan Page

Posting Contact Email: [e-mail]

Position Number: 00844432