Research Services Entry Professional

Research Services Entry Professional

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Orthopedics

Position #: 00832864 - Requisition 39646

Job Summary:

This position is a research assistant at the Steadman Hawkins Inverness UCHealth clinic. Research assistants perform research related functions which may include patient-oriented research or research conducted with human subjects. Patient-oriented research includes mechanisms of human disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, or development of new technologies. Research assistants may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies, biomechanics studies, and/or outcomes research and health services research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support senior research staff and principal investigators (PIs) with new and ongoing research projects, contributing to various aspects of study execution.
• Support clinical trials by assisting with study start-up, managing timelines, tracking study progress, and assisting with regulatory submissions.
• Maintain compliance with FDA regulations, IRB requirements, and institutional policies.
• Conduct chart reviews to extract relevant clinical data for retrospective research studies and confirm participant eligibility
• Perform informed consent for prospective research studies.
• Coordinate patient visits in adherence to study protocols including scheduling, data collection, and follow up.
• Perform data entry to ensure accurate and timely documentation of research findings.
• Ensure data quality control by verifying accuracy and completeness of collected data.
• Collect and analyze clinical research data to support study objectives and outcomes assessment.
• Maintain detailed research records to ensure protocol adherence and data integrity.
• Coordinate with sponsors, researchers, and clinical staff to facilitate study procedures and ensure smooth execution of research protocols
• Attend regular meetings with study investigators and provide progress reports on study status, challenges, and key milestones.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of some 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
• Substitution: 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

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $49,899-$66,865

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: Greg Ottenberg, GREGORY.OTTENBERG@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU.