"Research Services Principal Professional"

Job Summary:

The School of Medicine Department of Orthopedics has an opening for a Research Services Principal Professional. Principal Clinical Science Professionals perform clinical 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. Principal Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research and health services research.

Principal Clinical Science Professionals either act as work/team leads for 2 or more FTE Professionals, operate as Clinical Research Nurses (RN), or are the subject matter experts (SME) in a particular area. SMEs possess a deep knowledge and oversight of a specific process, function and/or technology. SMEs are considered an authority in the area and are educated on the subject and are also able to share their knowledge with other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor on-going research projects
• Maintain complete records of all research projects
• Track patient study visits and assign duties accordingly
• Assist in design and submission of future research protocols
• Submit and maintain institutional review board for protocols
• Interact with sponsors regarding clinical studies
• Interact with patients during study visits

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. Specific schedule will be determined by the hiring manager.

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
  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.
• Three (3) years clinical research or related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field
• Four (4) years of 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

• Advanced 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
• Expert level knowledge of EMR systems, EDC systems, data management systems, statistical software systems (SAS, STATA, R), Patient Outcomes Collection Systems (Patient IQ), research tools (OnCore, RedCap, clinicaltrials.gov, InfoEd), and compliance with institutional regulatory materials.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $65,545-$83,373

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 13, 2026.