"Research Services Clinical Sciences Intermediate Professional"

Research Services Clinical Sciences Intermediate Professional

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job Title: Research Services Clinical Sciences Intermediate Professional

Position 00846012 - Requisition 39268

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Urogynecology Tissue and Fluid Bank Coordinator to support the collection, processing, storage, and distribution of human biospecimens for research. This position plays a critical role in maintaining biospecimen quality, ensuring protocol compliance, and supporting investigators across the campus. In addition, this individual will help develop a software interface to document and share biospecimens within the bank. The coordinator will work closely with clinical teams, pathology, and research laboratories to facilitate efficient biobanking operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Specimen Collection & Processing (30%)

• Coordinate and perform the collection, labeling, processing, aliquoting, and cryopreservation of human tissues, blood, and other clinical biospecimens.
• Monitor surgical schedules and patient eligibility to ensure timely specimen acquisition.
• Follow standardized protocols to ensure biospecimen integrity and quality.
• Transport specimens between clinics, surgical areas, pathology, and biobank storage.
• Perform bench experiments intermittently (i.e ELISA, PCR, etc.), and preparing specimens for core services.

Data & Inventory Management (40%)

• Maintain accurate and timely data entry in biorepository and research databases (e.g., OnCore, REDCap).
• Track specimen chain-of-custody, freezer placement, and distribution.
• Conduct routine data audits and freezer inventory checks.

Compliance & Documentation (20%)

• Verify informed consent and confirm eligibility under IRB-approved protocols.
• Adhere to institutional, regulatory, and ethical guidelines, including HIPAA, CAP/CLIA, FDA, and NIH best practices.
• Assist in developing and revising standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Collaboration & Administrative Support (10%)

• Serve as a liaison between clinical care teams, pathology personnel, and researchers.
• Coordinate fulfillment of specimen requests and prepare shipments for approved investigators.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and laboratory work areas.
• Help train new staff and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate shipments of supplies and/or biospecimens to collaborating institutions and receiving biospecimen shipments from these collaborators.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work primarily onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Some travel to Highlands Ranch Hospital for coordination of specimen collection may be required at times.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado is a world-class research enterprise, ranked 21st in the nation by the Blue Ridge Institute for federal funding. The Department currently has an impressive research portfolio of $25M in existing federal and foundation grants and contracts through the lifetime of the projects, increasing in budget annually by $12M. Departmental faculty provide a full-spectrum of clinical care for women of all ages, participate in research, and provide education to students and residents.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in any field
o A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
- One (1) year clinical research or related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
- Experience in biobanking, tissue collection, surgical pathology, or clinical trial support.
- Experience with IRB protocols, HIPAA regulations, and regulated clinical workflows.
- Relevant certifications such as ASCP (HT/HTL), CCRC, or ACRP-CP.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Familiarity with biospecimen management systems (OnCore, REDCap).
- Knowledge of biospecimen handling, cryogenic storage, and QA/QC procedures.
- 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. 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 to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Aurora Elicerio, aurora.elicerio@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE ($52,721 - $67,061).