Translational Informatics Manager

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 23 Aug 2021

Posting Details


Working Title Translational Informatics Manager
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202100859AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib III
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range 75,000 - 109,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/23/2021
Description of Work Unit
Colorado State University is recognized as one of the premier research institutions and routinely ranks in the top of all-American Universities in research expenditures. The Office of the Vice President for Research has overall responsibility for promoting and facilitating the research enterprise at Colorado State University. The Office of the Vice President for Research will enable the University, its faculty, staff, and students to emerge as a world-class research institution complementing our learning, service, and outreach missions. The Office of the Vice President for Research will lead the 21st Century Land- Grant mission of Colorado State University by fostering and supporting the research enterprise, promoting scholarship and artistry, instilling a culture of integrity, inclusion and diversity, and capitalizing on opportunities to address global challenges.
Position Summary
The Manager of Translational Informatics works with the Office of the Vice President of Research (OVPR) leadership, investigators, and technical teams to identify needs, recommend and implement solutions, address research requirements, and provide informatics services in support of complex clinical and translational research projects. This position reports to the Chief Medical Research Officer and leverages knowledge of healthcare, information systems, databases and information technology security to gather, store, interpret and manage the massive amount of data generated by complex clinical and translational research. The successful candidate will work closely with the Chief Medical Research Officer; the Manager, Regulatory Affairs; and other OVPR and Colorado State University (CSU) leadership to ensure that data systems and handling are compliant with all relevant regulatory and professional standards. This position would also work in coordination with the Division of IT to ensure cybersecurity and university data standards and best practices metrics are met utilizing RedCap, Domo, HIPPA compliant storage and software solutions, CUI, CMMC, FISMA, etc. This position will report to the Chief Medical Research Officer but coordinate closely with OVPR Information and Technology Research Services to ensure alignment and avoid unnecessary overlap. 
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree related to computer science and/or informatics required. 
  • Five years’ work experience managing complex data systems. 
  • Experience with complex data systems needed to manage, analyze, and store data related to public health, clinical and translational research, or clinical development efforts. 
  • Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, regulations and procedures related to information technology systems for clinical and translational research and development efforts. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with internal and external customers, colleagues, and leadership. 
  • Able to synthesize complex ideas, goals, and instructions and then propose strategies to address OVPR objectives. 
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage a variety of tasks and activities in a timely and effective manner. 
  • Work effectively with a diverse number of people and communicate complex information in a manner that is succinct and clear. 
  • Proficient in the programming languages needed to perform the functions of the role.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Advanced computer or informatics degree 
  • Three years experience supporting complex data systems needed to manage, analyze, and store data related to public health, clinical and translational research, or clinical development efforts. 
  • Demonstrated leadership experience heading large multidisciplinary teams. 
  • Experience effectively managing a team, providing mentorship, and providing both positive and constructive feedback that is both respectful and empowering. 
  • Publication record in the field of informatics.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Data Analysis and Analytical Tools
Duty/Responsibility
  • Provide informatics support for investigators and teams involved in complex clinical and translational research, identify and implement software solutions to enhance productivity and compliance with regulatory standards, monitor software development cycles, and be responsible for readiness planning, roll-out efforts and tracking usage metrics. 
  • Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. These include requirements established by the US Government, FDA, CMS, or other regulatory and legal bodies, as well as tools needed for effective management of clinical and other sensitive data, such as HIPAA-compliant systems, LIMS systems, or other identified need. 
  • Analyzing data in collaboration with others to help facilitate decisions and actions 
  • Developing or evaluating data-driven solutions to improve clinical and translational research project success and making recommendations to OVPR leadership regarding technology acquisition. 
  • Collaborating with OVPR and other departments at CSU to provide a strategic plan for acquiring and maintaining state-of-the-art data analysis tools 
  • Designing and implementing or evaluating tools to measure data, enhance study intervention effectiveness, and streamline processes 
  • Ensuring that clinical and translational research data are integrated, accessible, accurate and secure. 
Percentage Of Time 60
Job Duty Category Database Maintenance
Duty/Responsibility
  • Maintain or supervise others to maintain database information for the facility and/or department personnel on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. This includes ensuring accessibility of accurate information to department personnel as needed. 
  • Interact with IT and research professionals to improve the way data is generated, analyzed and presented. 
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Administrative Duties/Data Reporting
Duty/Responsibility
  • Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly and ad-hoc reports in accordance with established guidelines and procedures or as requested. 
  • Create and deliver training for users; depending upon the size of the program, you may be collaborating and coordinating 
  • Assist and/or supervise department staff in the performance of project-related work, as needed or assigned. 
  • Perform required reports and assessments evaluating supervisees, as needed. 
  • Facilitate the communication and translation of regulatory and IT requirements between departments. 
  • Perform analytical and reporting activities, analyze, track and submit data, and related activities in a timely and accurate manner. 
Percentage Of Time 20

Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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