"Musculoskeletal Research Assistant"

Musculoskeletal Research Assistant

Position #: 00831860 - Requisition 38988

Job Summary:

Our research team seeks a highly motivated medical student, researcher, or medical professional to apply for a year-long research fellowship in our program. This position will offer a vast array of research and educational opportunities: retrospective/prospective studies, randomized controlled clinical trials, multi-center trials, basic science research, journal clubs, labs, etc. Previous fellows in orthopaedic surgery have been very successful in producing many posters, presentations, and manuscripts being accepted in regional, national, and international meetings/journals during their fellowship. If desired, there are also many opportunities for experience in the clinic, operating room, and with the CU orthopedic surgery residency (but not required).

This position's appointment has a limited duration of one (1) year from date of hire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data collection and management of a departmental prospective database.
• Perform relevant literature reviews as needed.
• Preparation, writing, and submission of manuscripts and abstracts.
• Provide a wide range of support in research administration, IRB management, grant proposal, and publication tracking
• Manage, organize, and collect data for multi-center research studies
• Organize and present during journal clubs, MSK Oncology Clinical and Translational Research Meetings, and at various other conferences

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of at least 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado, Department of Orthopedics is a recognized global leader in the field and Colorado's most trusted orthopedic group for adults and children. Our unique position at the forefront of medical science, education, and practice innovation translates in real-time to the most advanced patient care, unmatched in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain Region. From routine cases to the most complex, we treat every orthopedic condition including injuries and diseases of the bones, joints, nerves, tendons, ligaments, and muscles across many orthopedic specialties.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field
  • A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field
• Clinical research or related experience
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)

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

How to Apply:

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

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume
2. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Thomas Roller, THOMAS.ROLLER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until March 10, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $48,446-$61,623