Sr Professional Research Assistant

University of Colorado, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Aurora, COLORADO
Job Type: FullTime
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Sr Professional Research Assistant - 25802 
Research Faculty 

Description

 
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO | ANSCHUTZ MEDICAL CAMPUS
 
Colorado School of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology and the CU Comprehensive Cancer Center
 
Senior Professional Research Assistant
 
Position #00796478 – Requisition #25802
 
 
 
The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at: 3012 - COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement and Compliance (ucdenver.edu)
 
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers
The University of Colorado l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds. 
 
Nature of Work
The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) has an opening for a full‐time Senior Professional Research Assistant (Sr.PRA) position within the Department of Epidemiology. This Sr.PRA position will focus on cancer research through the University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center (CU-CCC). The CU-CCC physicians and researchers overcome cancer through innovation, discovery, prevention, early detection, multidisciplinary care, and education. The CU-CCC scientists in the Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program aim to reduce cancer risk, occurrence, and mortality through multidisciplinary approaches.
 
The Sr.PRA will manage the cancer research studies of the CU-CCC and the CSPH by assisting with literature reviews, grant submissions, descriptive analyses and data cleaning, and preparing publication quality graphics and tables. The Sr. PRA will be responsible for managing IRB applications/renewals, Data Use Agreements (DUAs) and Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), data collection staff, research meeting coordination, and, assist with other research related activities (eg., tracking, quality control, purchasing) as needed.
 
The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region’s health and wellbeing. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Denver, CSU and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides training, innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, and costly injuries.
 
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado, the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region and one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. Currently home to 25,000 employees, more than 5,000 degree-seeking students and two nationally recognized hospitals that handle 1.7 million patient visits each year, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future, carries out a broad range of research, and cares for the state’s children, adults, and veterans. CU Anschutz features schools of medicine, pharmacy, dental medicine and public health, a college of nursing and a graduate school.
 
Supervision Received
This position will report directly to Dr. Linda Cook, Associate Director for Population Sciences, CU-CCC.
 
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position will mentor and supervise other PRAs and student workers working on research studies for Dr. Cook.
 
Examples of Work Performed

  • Ensure study information is stored and used in a HIPAA compliant manner.

  • Draft and then submit final IRB applications/renewals/closures.

  • Maintain an inventory of Dr. Cook’s research studies, including tracking databases.

  • Assist in literature reviews for grants and papers as needed.

  • Assist in data cleaning and descriptive analyses for research studies.

  • Assist in preparing publication quality tables and figures.

  • Assist in developing/compiling data collection instruments as needed.

  • Write Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for new research activities.

  • Manage research meetings by drafting agendas, booking rooms, and inviting relevant personnel.

  • Basic financial processing for research-related purchases

  • Coordinate training, management, and workflow of students/personnel for Dr. Cook’s research studies.

  • Weekly meetings with Dr. Cook to update the status of all research studies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of technical/professional personnel and community participants.

  • Strong scientific writing skills

  • Strong organization skills

  • Database experience for efficient and effective data management such as EXCEL, ACCESS, or REDCap.

  • Excellent computer skills for programs such as WORD, ENDNOTE, POWERPOINT, GOOGLE DOCS, DROP BOX, EXCEL, SAS, R, STATA, REDCap, QUALTRICS, SEER*STAT

  • Ability to learn University specific software for IRB applications, purchases, etc.

  • Ability to work independently and make decisions within the scope of duties.

  • Experience managing observational research studies.

  • Experience in de novo data collection and/or biospecimen collection from research participants.

Salary and Benefits
The salary range for this position have been established at $58,000 – $70,000 for a Sr. PRA.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, rank, internal equity, experience, education, and area of expertise. The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at https://www.cu.edu/employee-services .
 
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. 
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation
 
The University of Colorado 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.
 
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.
 
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Excellence
The ColoradoSPH aims to build a diverse and representative academic community that recognizes the importance of social, economic, health, and environmental justice. We strive to promote equity, diversity, and to be a model of inclusive excellence.  As a tri-campus partnership, ColoradoSPH stands with academic, practice, and community partners nationwide to condemn racism, injustice, and inequity.
Please click here to learn more about our equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment statement and plan to dismantle structural racism:   https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/about-us/diversity-inclusive-excellence .
Please click here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx
 
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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
 
Click the following links to learn more about resources and community engagement opportunities at CU Anschutz through the following networks:

  • LGBTQ+ Hub: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/diversity-equity-inclusion-community/cu-anschutz-lgbtq-hub

  • Diversity and Health Equity Hub: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/diversity-equity-inclusion-community/trainings-workshops

  • Community Engagement-North Aurora: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/diversity-equity-inclusion-community/community-engagement

  • The Office of Disability, Access, & Inclusion: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/office-of-disability-access-and-inclusion .
 

Qualifications

 
 
Minimum Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in public health or related field

  • 3+ years of experience in research setting with human subjects, preferably in observational research

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
 
Conditions of Employment:

  • The University of Colorado has issued a requirement for COVID‐19 vaccinations and full completion thereof, including booster shots, if applicable, by the start date.

  • Position requires Colorado residency; work is typically performed in person on location at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

  • Employee must be eligible to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years working on research studies that involve human subjects.

  • Prior managerial experience.

  • Prior experience merging large research databases.

  • Basic understanding of human genetics.
 
  
Special Instructions to Applicants: Special Instructions for Applicants: Questions should be directed to Dr. Linda Cook, PhD at [email protected]. Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Refer to requisition number: 25802.     Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: 1. A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. Please also indicate relevant experience working with diverse populations in research settings and as well as relevant experience with equity, diversity and inclusion in in the work force. 2. A current CV/resume. 3. List of three to five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references). Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process. Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact.   
Job Category
: Faculty 
Primary Location
: Aurora 
Department: U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS - 21434 - CSPH-Epidemiology General Ops 
Schedule
: Full-time 
Posting Date
: Apr 29, 2022 
Unposting Date
: Ongoing 
Posting Contact Name: Linda Cook 
Posting Contact Email: [email protected] 
Position Number: 00796478

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