Research APP 0.8 FTE

Job Summary:

The Clinical and Translational Research Center (CTRC) is seeking to hire a 0.8 FTE advanced practice provider (APP). The research APP may be a nurse practitioner (NP) or physicians assistant (PA). This position is responsible for implementation of research study visits and procedures for research projects at the adult CTRC. The APP will be responsible for daily operations related to the performance of and billing for all procedures conducted. The APP must have excellent communication skills and work effectively both independently and as an integrated part of the CTRC team. The APP will work with multiple study teams using the CTRC across Departments and Divisions including but not limited to Endocrinology Infectious Disease Cardiology Pulmonary Neurology GI and collaboration with and under the guidance of Principal Investigators (PIs) the APP will work to maintain the fidelity and integrity of research protocols including categorizing and reporting adverse events assuring compliance with the protocol and troubleshooting problems that may arise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing medical history and physical examinations for research volunteers and complete accurate billing records in EPIC.

• Conducting and documenting research tests and procedures including but not limited to:

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Timed blood sampling

Medication infusion

Exercise stress testing

12 lead ECGs

Tissue sampling (muscle fat skin biopsies)

Lumbar punctures

Epithelial cell collections

• Dispensing and/or administering study drugs as per protocol and assist with preparation of progress and safety reports for the CTRC and funding agencies.

• Preparing adverse event and protocol deviation reports and communicating with PIs and study physicians on the occurrence of events and follow-up actions

• Participating in all required training activities including but not limited to those related to human research protection privacy and confidentiality of data lab safety billing and administration

• Participate in CTRC meetings and process improvement projects and write edit and update SOPs as well as complete CTRC APP productivity and scheduling reports as requested.

• Assist CTRC nursing staff during periods of high volume activity if no APP services are scheduled

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science medicine education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools more than 60 centers and institutes and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Childrens Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative interconnected and highly collaborative the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information visit.

ACCELERATING RESEARCH TO IMPROVE HEALTH

Through our many programs and services we provide infrastructure to help build research teams of the future speed the development of new treatments and improve human health.

Collaborate with research partners in our dedicated research environment within an Academic Medical Center. Although we provide no standard of care our NIH-funded research supports approximately 300 active protocols and spans all disciplines and departments.

Join our colleagues and discover a flexible schedule and meaningful work as an APP in the CTRC.

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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Current CPR certification

• Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Gerontological Nurse Practitioner (GNP) or PA Current Colorado license

• Meet state requirements for functioning in the role of an advanced practice NP or PA

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of clinical practice as a NP or PA

• At least one year of clinical research experience

• Fully credentialed by the University of Colorado

• Ability to learn and work with the Epic electronic medical record system

• ALS certification

• Prescriptive authority

• Ability to proctor exercise stress tests with monitoring of 12-lead ECG

• Ability to perform research tissue biopsies (muscle fat skin)

• Ability to perform lumbar punctures

• Computer skills and experience with MS Office Suite products

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent phlebotomy and intravenous catheter placement skills

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. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to: Mujeeb Zaidi at

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues position is filled. For best consideration apply by February 1 2026. Screening of applications will take place February 1-15 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$$110000

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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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: 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 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 .

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 othervaccine 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 addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.