Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional OPEN RANK (Intermediate – Senior)

Job Summary:

This position will act as a clinical research coordinator for the Emily Lindley Research Lab, assisting with studies related to non-opioid alternatives for treatment of chronic musculoskeletal pain. This position is posted as “open rank,” meaning the selected candidate may be hired at either the intermediate or senior level, depending on the relevant experience of the selected candidate, as well as the business needs and budgetary considerations of the hiring department.

Intermediate 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.

Senior 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. Senior Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research and health services research. Some Assignments will not move beyond this level.

Key Responsibilities:

All Levels:

• Assist with and oversee the day-to-day operations of clinical trials and studies

• Obtain study subject’s medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial

• Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required

• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews

• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)

• Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner

Senior Level Only:

• All duties stated above, PLUS:

  • Assist with developing or develops protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Case Report Forms (CRFs). Maintains subject level documentation and prepares documents, equipment and/or supplies

  • Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and shares results with leadership

  • Collect information to determine feasibility, recruitment and retention strategies. Employ, evaluate and assist with the implementation of innovative solutions to maximize recruitment and retention

  • Serve as a resource and participate in study initiation and close out duties

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Drive cargo van (e.g. Sprinter Van) that is converted into a Mobile Pharmacology Lab to research subjects’ homes. A second study team member will always accompany the driver.

• Draw blood samples from research subjects

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

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.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Intermediate Level:

• 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.

• One (1) year clinical research or related experience.

Senior Level:

• 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.

• Two (2) years clinical research or related experience.