Open Rank - Partner’s for Children’s Mental Health (PCMH) Researcher Evaluator

Job Summary:

PCMH is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Program Researcher/Evaluator to work with multidisciplinary teams to plan, manage, and implement all phases of research and evaluation projects, including design, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and reporting.

Please note, this is an open rank position and could be categorized as an Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing research protocols and institutional review board submissions
• Managing evaluation and research related databases
• Coordinating and writing grant proposals for federal, state, and local philanthropic opportunities.
• Identify and research funding opportunities from federal, state and philanthropic organizations.
• Facilitating participant recruitment, consent, and assessment
• Help develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners to develop and implement new community-based youth mental health initiatives.
• Present findings visually, orally and in writing, as appropriate and contribute visual and written materials to reports, publications and proposals.
• Design and produce charts and graphs that describe and interpret findings, and efficiently and effectively reveal spatial and statistical relationships.
• Contribute to the development of briefs, presentations, and reports that describe and interpret findings and provide actionable insights.
• Respond to ad-hoc research and evaluation-related queries through established organization communication platform.
• Stay current on new research and evaluation methodologies.
• Carries out other related tasks, requests, and duties as assigned.
• Aid staff in developing capacity for accurate reporting, making data-informed decisions and applying evaluative thinking

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.  

Why Join Us:

Partners for Children’s Mental Health at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is an interdisciplinary organization that strives to bring communities together to build a mental health system that better serves all children, youth, and families.  PCMH operates as a cross-system resource, training, and implementation hub in order to ultimately increase capacity, access, and quality of youth mental health services in Colorado. Through collaboration with partners across the state, PCMH works to identify, scale, and sustain best practices that will help save lives and get mental health treatment to Colorado children.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:  

Instructor: 

• 1-3 years of research experience conducting research or evaluation involving analysis and reporting of quantitative and/or qualitative data.at rank or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum degree qualifications:  MA or MPH from an accredited institution.

Senior Instructor:

• 1-3+ years of research experience conducting research or evaluation involving analysis and reporting of quantitative and/or qualitative data and prior research or evaluation experience at rank or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum degree qualifications:  MA or MPH from an accredited institution. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• MA/MPH with 3 - 5 years of experience or PhD with 2 - 3 years of experience conducting research/evaluation in psychology, public health, education or another quantitative social science discipline.
• Experience in research proposal development, including formulating research questions, developing research design, and writing specific aims and research strategy.
• Experience in collaborative program development, implementation and evaluation with community partners
• Experience using statistical software packages, spreadsheets, and relational database systems for manipulating data and conducting basic statistical analyses. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students.
• A demonstrated ability to organize and complete complex projects and to work under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail, organized
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations to community audiences. 

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.     Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner, [email protected].  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until 3/31/2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

• Instructor: $58,000- $80,000.
• Senior Instructor: $58,000 to $80,000.

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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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 accommodations 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 .