Working 401a Retiree - Staff - Research Collaborator

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); Remote; USD 90,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz in Colorado is seeking a Research Collaborator to assist the Pituitary Program under Dr. Lillehei. The role focuses on collating and analyzing decades of clinical data, with leadership in study design and manuscript preparation. Remote work is allowed within the United States.

The candidate will review data, perform analyses, and help with manuscript drafting and submission, collaborating with clinicians and researchers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field
• An advanced degree (MD, Masters, or PhD) may substitute for experience if the degree is directly related
• 10+ years of statistical information data entry

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinical and research personnel within the Pituitary Program
• Perform scientifically rigorous data management and bioinformatic analyses
• Develop tools to access relevant clinical and sample data
• Integrate data from multiple sources to accelerate discoveries
• Independently identify bioinformatic and data management solutions
• Provide biostatistical/data science leadership in study design, oversight, and analysis
• Support manuscript preparation and publication efforts

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's in Bioinformatics

Bachelor's in Biostatistics

Advanced degree substituted

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Neurosurgery

Job Title: Working ORP Retiree

Position #: 00853745 – Requisition :41346

This position is internal to University of Colorado ORPretirees.

Job Summary

The Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a Research Collaboratorto assist Dr. Kevin Lillehei, with the collating and analysis ofthe clinical data accumulated within the multi-disciplinaryPituitary Program, over the last several decades. This positionwill require the individual to review clinical data, performanalysis, and independently review its importance with regard toclinical impact. Functions will include assistance, and often thelead, in manuscript preparation and submission.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and support clinical and research personnel, andother stakeholders, within the Pituitary Program.
• Perform scientifically rigorous data management and bioinformaticanalyses
• Develop and disseminate a variety of tools designed to accessrelevant clinical and sample data
• Creatively and effectively integrate data from multiple sourcesto accelerate discoveries
• Independently and creatively identify bioinformatic and datamanagement solutions
• provide the biostatistical/data science expertise and leadershipin study design, study oversight, data management, data analysisand manuscript preparation to assist all levels of biomedicalinvestigators and clinicians on new research activities across awide range of disciplines
• Serve as a resource to PIs and other stakeholders
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert and authority in the area(s) ofNeurosciences
• New grant application data analysis for clinical trial design andpower calculations
• Additional grant and publication assistance as needed

Work Location

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employeemust be in the United States.

Why Join Us

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Coloradocontinues to expand. We currently have ~ 40 MD faculty, > 30Advance Practice Providers, and various Research faculty. OurDepartment spans CU Anschutz, Children's Hospital of Colorado, theDenver VA, Longs Peak Hospital, and Highlands Ranch Hospital, andconsists of both general and specialized surgeons with expertise inNeuro-Spine, Endovascular Neurosurgery, Skull-Based/Tumor,Functional and Stereotactic, Neuro ICU and Neuropsychology. Weoffer a leading ACGME approved residency program in Neurosurgerythat alternates between 2 and 3 resident opportunities each year.One-year fellowships are offered in all our specialties foradvanced training. We are a top 20 Neurosurgery department in NIHfunding. The Department of Neurosurgery believes in investing inour faculty, staff and trainees and provides opportunities fortheir growth and wellness.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

• Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, ComputationalBiology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field
• An advanced degree (MD, Masters or PhD) may be substituted forexperience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field ofstudy directly related to the work assignment.
• 10+ years of statistical information data entry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous CU Employee, knowledge of CU system, applications, andpolicies.
• MD degree in a field directly related to the work assignment,with a working knowledge of Bioinformatics, Biostatistics,Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or relatedfield

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication in verbal communication and writtenformat.
• Ability to organize and manage time independently of asupervisor
• Ability to log and track hours independently of any supervisoryrequirements
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Expert knowledge of basic statistical principles relevant inmedical research
• Expert ability to analyze and solve complex problems and applyquantitative analytical approaches
• Familiarity with statistical analytical concepts andmethods
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing andorally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationshipswith employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medicalterminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocolinformation
• Expert level knowledge of Neuroscience process, function and/ortechnology

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.

Immediately and continues until 10/12/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range

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

$75/hr up to a maximum of $35,000/year total.

The above salary rate represents the University's good faith andreasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at thetime of posting. This position may be eligible for overtimecompensation, depending on the level.