Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional, Cohen Lab (open rank, Senior-Principal professional)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Surgery - Division of G.I., Trauma, and Endocrine Surgery

Job Title: Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional, Cohen Lab (open rank, Senior-Principal professional)

Position #: 00840985 – Requisition #:38816

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Department of Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal, Trauma & Endocrine Surgery (GITES), based in the Department of Surgery on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Research Complex 2, will serve as a critical role in assisting and coordinating the daily operations of the Division’s research operations.  This position plays an integral part of one of the longest funding research groups in GITES and continues the meaningful work of maintaining the vital research support infrastructure for faculty and staff. 

The secondary focus area of this position is to assist Principal Investigators with basic science grants management.  This would include assisting with grant preparation and ensuring a smooth proposal submission process through the Department of Surgery.  This position would serve as the Division liaison with OGC, the Pre-award core, and post award staff in the Department of Surgery, ensuring comprehensive and accurate communication with the PIs and that all sponsor requirements are being met. This position would work with lab staff to ensure budgets and spending policies are being adhered to.

Key Responsibilities:

Senior Professional:

Clinical Regulatory Management: 10%

• Assist with developing or develops protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Case Report Forms (CRFs). Maintains subject level documentation and prepares documents, equipment and/or supplies.

• Adhere to research regulatory standards. Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies.

Administrative Task Oversight: 50%

• Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

• Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order.

• 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 close out duties

• Develop program/project goals and communicate goals and outcomes with a variety of stakeholders.

Grants, Contracts, and Finance: 40%

• Assist with Material Transfer Agreements, Data Use Agreements, and Research Collaboration agreements.

• Assist with preparation of grant applications and manuscripts, including data analyses, literature searches, drafting of text, confirming affiliations, and linking of funding to accepted manuscripts.

• Attend financial meetings and assist with budget preparations

Principal Professional Only:

• {Work Lead} Oversee and provide informal leadership to the team members, including managing day-to-day priorities, evaluating and redistributing workloads on a temporary basis, and mentoring staff

• {Work Lead} Provide input and feedback to leadership on team members’ overall performance, performance evaluations, opportunities for development, and process improvement initiatives

• {Work Lead} Identify training and development opportunities for new and existing team members to study drug and thoroughly document and report all findings to physician and care team

• {SME} Act as a Subject Matter Expert and authority in the areas of for all funded research in this subset of the GITES division including answering questions related to compliance, regulatory submissions, required education, and ongoing management of research studies.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Senior Professional

• Bachelor’s degree (in any field)

• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis

• Two (2) years clinical research or related experience

Principal Professional

• Bachelor’s degree in any field

• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis

• Three (3) years clinical research or relate experience

Preferred Qualifications

Senior Professional

• 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)

Principal Professional

• Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field

• Four (4) 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

• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion

• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology

• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

• Principal Professional: Expert level knowledge of grant funding

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Allison Eyer, allison.eyer@cuanschutz.edu .

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by June 15, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Senior: $56,995-$72,498

Principal: $65,545-$83,373

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 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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.

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.