"Post-Doctoral Research Fellow"

Job Details

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Biostatistics and Informatics (BIOS)

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Position #: 00837320 – Requisition #: 37325

Job Summary:

The Department of Biostatistics and Informatics (BIOS) of the Colorado School of Public Health (CSPH) has an opening for a full-time postdoctoral research fellow position. The successful candidate for this position will work with Drs. Kathryn Colborn and Elizabeth Juarez-Colunga.

The selected candidate will benefit from and contribute to multiple existing collaborations between BIOS and the top-ranked hospitals in the Anschutz Medical Campus: Children’s Hospital Colorado and University of Colorado Hospital. Specifically, the selected candidate will work on projects funded by Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) that aim to develop statistical methods to address methodological challenges in serious illness and palliative care studies.

The selected candidate will assist with projects involving analysis of longitudinal data with missing, correlated data, and truncated outcome data. Pursuit of independent research that aligns with the project goals is encouraged. The selected candidate will work jointly with other faculty, students, and physicians in collaborative projects as part of a Data Coordinating Center.

This is a two-year position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct original research in statistical methods for analysis of survival data, and longitudinal data with missing outcomes
• Collaborate as a team member on health services research projects within a Data Coordinating Center (DCC)
• Develop and adhere to an individual learning plan
• Write manuscripts and deliver presentations at national conferences
• Contribute to grant applications with input from the DCC faculty

Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top-tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region’s health and well-being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master’s concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.

In the Department of Biostatistics and Informatics (BIOS), faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and students in the department apply analytic methods, statistical reasoning and information management techniques to the design and analysis of studies in medical and public health. Professional and research activities include the design and analysis of basic, applied, and translational research and clinical trials, statistical consulting, developing of new statistical methods, disease information services, research databases and more.

Why work for the University?

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows, please visit: Payroll & Benefits Orientation for Post-Doctoral Fellows or benefits guide.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in biostatistics, statistics, or related field
• Experience using R and/or Python to carry out data analysis
• Demonstrated track record of research experience and publications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in longitudinal data analysis
• Expertise in time-to-event analysis
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently on data analysis and research
• Ability to work well with a diverse team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of quantitative analytic methods in biostatistics or statistics
• Versatility and the ability to operate effectively and efficiently according to the needs and demands of concurrent projects and deadlines
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills, and ability to maintain diplomacy with all collaborating partners
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills; ability to independently analyze and resolve complex problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Timely responsiveness to colleagues, attention to detail, and productivity

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 www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Elizabeth Juarez-Colunga, elizabeth.juarez-colunga@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 20th, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range for this position has been established as $65,000 to $70,000.