Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry to Intermediate)

Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry to Intermediate)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Neurology

Job Title: Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank: Entry to Intermediate)

Position #00846407 - Requisition #39466

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurology has an opening for a motivated full-time Research Services Professional (clinical research coordinator) to coordinate human subjects research studies. Neurology's clinical research includes over 270 human subject's research studies: Actively Enrolling Studies (cuanschutz.edu). The successful applicant will be conducting research with the oversight of the Principal Investigator (PI), who is a clinical research scientist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
• Independently perform study related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
• Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with 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
• Other duties as assigned

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, supported by $704 million in research awards in fiscal year 2023, creating an overall economic impact to the state of Colorado of $11.5 billion. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

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.

Entry

• 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

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
• One (1) year of clinical research experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field
• 2-4 years of clinical research experience
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g., EMR or EHR and data management systems)
• Experience performing ECGs, phlebotomy, and/or vital signs
• Experience working with patients with Neurological conditions or Neuroscience experience
• Bilingual in Spanish

Competencies, 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 medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
• Respect patient rights and put patient safety first, excellent patient rapport
• Empathetic to patients with chronic illnesses
• Great attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work with colleagues and patients in a confidential and professional manner
• Ability to follow and execute a study protocol and proactively prevent deviations
• Ability to follow direction of the PI and direct supervisor, follow all department SOPs and department policies, and follow all clinical research regulations or guidelines