University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:Emergency Medicine

Job Title:Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank)

Position #:Requisition #:36699

Job Summary:

Nature of Work:

Clinical Sciences Professionals perform clinical researchrelated functions which may include patientoriented research or research conducted with human subjects. Patientoriented research includes mechanisms of human disease therapeutic interventions clinical trials or the development of new technologies. Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies/or outcomes research and health services research.

Examples of Duties Performed:

Entry Professional

• Primarily assist with and oversee the daytoday operations of clinical trials and studies
• • Manage and conduct moderately complex research activities that are part of larger projects from initiation to close.
• Obtain participants medical history and current medication information review research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria and confirm eligibility of participant to participate in clinical trials
• Perform informed consent process or ensure that the informed consent process has occurred is properly documented and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial coordinating availability of necessary space and clinical research support (e.g. physician nurse practitioner physical therapy pharmacy)
  • Identify screen and consent potential study participants. Interact with clinical staff to confirm eligibility and implement study protocols. Extract relevant data from participant or medical records and enter it into online centralized databases or local data tools.
• Collect code and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
  • Evaluate data sets for quality and completeness. Set up and or run statistical analyses.
  • Analyze data including statistical analyses and qualitative assessments of data and data quality. Identify and help solve gaps in data collection.
• Adhere to research regulatory standards
• Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements study protocols department hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
• Participate in subject recruitment efforts including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all prescreening/screening activities
• Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order

Intermediate Professional all of the above and:

• Independently master study materials including but not limited to protocols informed consent forms and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
• Independently perform studyrelated processes procedures and assessments as defined in the study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
• Assist Team Leads Supervisors and/or management with the creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
• Act as a Primary Coordinator on multiple trials/studies
• Assist and train junior team members

Senior Professional all of the above and:

• Assist with developing or developing protocolspecific systems and documents including process flows training manuals Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Case Report Forms (CRFs). Maintains subjectlevel documentation and prepares documents equipment and/or supplies
• Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and share results with leadership
• Collect information to determine feasibility recruitment and retention strategies. Employ evaluate and assist with the implementation of innovative solutions to maximize recruitment and retention
• Serve as a resource and participate in study initiation and closeout duties

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and conduct moderately complex research activities that are part of a larger project from initiation to close.
• Create complex data management and tracking tools (REDCap ACCESS Excel) to support tracking of project/recruitment activities.
• Oversee student worker(s) or junior research assistants as it relates to a specific project.
• Participate in instrument creation and/or analytical structures as appropriate to the project.
• Participate in tactical and strategic program/project development and planning.
• Collect study data via complex patient visits surveys observations or focus groups. Provide leadership in data collection to other research assistants and students.
• Carry out straightforward data analysis (e.g. summary data histograms
• Leverage creative problemsolving skills to ensure high data quality from a team of national data collectors
• Participate in audits monitoring visits and quality control checks of data collection equipment maintenance and study procedures.
• Help develop study findings for presentation to the team and external audiences.
• May lead publication development (abstract/manuscript)
• Help with budget management/tracking (under direction of PM/PI)
• Lead manuscript preparation for publication or presentation in scientific forums.
• Work with members of the UCD and UCHealth community as needed to set up labs participant visits and access shared University resources.
• Manage the study participant incentive program

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is dedicated to delivering superlative patient care providing an environment where training and education thrive and innovation and discovery are fostered.

The Department of Emergency Medicine is based at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora Colorado. The campus is a state of the art medical campus home to the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine Nursing Dentistry Pharmacy the Colorado School of Public Health; as well as the University of Colorado Hospital and Childrens Hospital Colorado both of which serve as major training sites for the Denver Health Residency in Emergency Medicine.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits 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 Professional

• Bachelors degree in any field

Intermediate Professional

• Bachelors degree in any field

• One 1 year of clinical research or related experience

Senior Professional

• Bachelors degree in any field

• Two 2 years of clinical research or related experience

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a yearforyear basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in science or a healthrelated 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
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
• Familiarity with medical/research terminology
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to understand and interpret medical terminology and medical charts
• Excellent organizational analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think creatively adapt quickly and work independently
• Enjoys working with human research subjects
• Selfstarter with a desire to improve human health through research
• Highlevel Skills with ComputerBased Tools (Word Outlook PowerPoint Etc.

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Questions should be directed to: Amy Wayne;

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration apply within a month of the posting date.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

• Entry Professional: $48446 to $61623
• Intermediate Professional: $52721 to $67061
• Senior Professional: $56995 to $72498

The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys 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.

Total Compensation Calculator: 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 workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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 .

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 COVID19 virus and othervaccinepreventable 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 safetysensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.