Part-time Clinical Science Professional (Entry – Intermediate Level) (0.49 FTE) - #1337651

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title: Part-time Clinical Science Professional (Entry – Intermediate Level) (0.49 FTE)

Position: #00821542 – Requisition: #33345

Job Summary:

The Department of Family Medicine is looking for a part-time Clinical Science Professional to join the Helpers Stay Quit Research team. This team focuses on smoking cessation, specifically, relapse prevention in recently quit smokers. The team’s research considers the impact of personal social networks on smoking cessation motivation and relapse prevention. This position assists with day-to-day operations of the clinical trial including phone contact with potential subjects to confirm eligibility and obtain informed consent. This position will be hybrid with flexible working hours to include a couple early evenings and Saturday hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with and oversee the day-to-day operations of clinical trials and studies.
• Reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial.
• Perform informed consent process or ensure 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.
• Adhere to research regulatory standards.
• Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures, and other regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities.
  
  

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1 day per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

An Exciting Opportunity: Mission, Vision, and Values

The mission of the Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC) is to be a diverse teaching and learning community that creates, discovers, and applies knowledge to improve the health and well-being of Colorado and the world. Anschutz Medical Campus is focused on educating upcoming medical professionals, conducting groundbreaking research, practicing innovative approaches to health care delivery, and providing excellent direct patient care at two hospitals. Located on AMC, the School of Medicine hosts a globally recognized array of departments, institutes and centers dedicated to educating the next generation of medical professionals.

Among these is the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) which is dedicated to “helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care – Providing outstanding care to patients.
• Education – Training the family medicine and primary care workforce.
• Research – Creating and disseminating new knowledge.
• Communities - Connecting with our communities to achieve health equity; and
• Diversity & Health Equity - To build and foster a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.
  
  

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
  

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• One (1) year clinical research or related experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
• One (1) to two (2) years of clinical research or related experience.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Colorado’s health care delivery system.
• Knowledge of basic statistical/analytics principles relevant in health care research and/or policy analysis.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and apply qualitative and/or quantitative analytical approaches.
• Familiarity with agile project management.
• 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.
• Familiarity with Teams, Zoom, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research and policy analysis protocol information.
• Commitment to advancing health equity in Colorado communities.
  
  

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.
  
  

Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by May 3rd, 2024. Those not applying by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this part-time (0.49 FTE) position has been established as:

Entry Level: $23,395 - $29,757

Intermediate Level: $25,459 - $32,383

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Job Category

Research Services

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Part-time

Posting Date

Apr 18, 2024

Unposting Date

May 4, 2024, 12:59:00 AM

Posting Contact Name

Lydia Lyon

Posting Contact Email

[email protected]

Position Number

00821542