Principal Research/Policy Analysis Professional

Job Summary:

The Farley Health Policy Center (FHPC) is seeking a Research Services Professional to manage policy and research projects and contribute to research activities to improve rural health care delivery and enhance behavioral health integration (BHI) in primary care. This position will provide research and policy support to project investigators and team members, implement study protocols, manage project timelines, and coordinate other tasks. The primary focus of the research and policy support will be qualitative methods, although experience in mixed methods is highly valued. Potential methods include performing environmental scans and document review, conducting key informant interviews, hosting focus groups, and convening stakeholders both virtually and in person, as well as quantitative data collection and/or management, analysis, and synthesis, including managing large datasets. This position will also be engaged in translating evidence-based findings to inform policymakers and other stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to both projects’ research aims by providing research and policy support, including, but not limited to:
• Extracting, collecting, and aggregating data across databases, information sources, survey responses, and other data sources; ensuring data quality and consistency, and conducting descriptive analyses of project databases to produce tables, figures, and other infographics that summarize key findings for inclusion in project deliverables.
• Performing policy and environmental scans, including document review, as well as analysis thereof.
• Preparing for, scheduling, and conducting key informant interviews, as well as performing subsequent analysis.
• Planning and hosting convenings, both in-person and virtual, as well as synthesizing key findings afterward.
• Serve as the project manager for both the rural health and BHI projects, including, but not limited to:
• Developing and implementing project work plans and COMIRB protocols, in concert with (co)PIs, to ensure the project remains within appropriate scope, timeline, and budget.
• Leading, in concert with (co)PIs, team meetings, including developing agendas, maintaining current action items, tracking tasks toward completion, etc.

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:

An Exciting Opportunity: The Eugene S. Farley, Jr. Health Policy Center (FHPC) develops and translates evidence to advance systems and policies that improve health, equity, and well-being. We envision communities and environments that promote whole health for all. Our interprofessional and interdisciplinary team thrives when engaging diverse voices and ideas to act with intention to solve complex problems.

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, 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social/Behavioral Sciences, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• Three (3) years of research/policy analysis experience.
• One (1) year of project management experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Social/Behavioral Sciences, Data Science, or related field.
• Four (4) or more years of research/policy analysis experience with increasing responsibilities.
• Two (2) or more years of project/research management experience with increasing responsibilities.

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):

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.     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 April 26th , 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as $63,673 - $74,498.

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 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 .