Temporary Research Assistant

Job Summary:

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine is seeking an organized individual for a temporary position (up to 30 hours/week, up to 12 months) to help the Asthma Research Team in performing research related tasks. The average hours for this position will be 20-30 hours/week and is based at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. This Research Assistant position will be responsible for data entry, data validation, subject screening, recruitment, enrollment, regulatory compliance, and assisting research coordinators in duties associated with performing clinical research activities.

The successful candidate will be a productive member of the research team, participate in research projects, and help maintain the operation of the laboratory. The candidate should be able to work independently and as a member of a team. Flexible work hours, including infrequent evenings or weekends, may be required. This position can work a hybrid schedule, at times remotely and in the office. Candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigators and the study team in a cooperative environment. Excellent communication skills, the ability to multitask, along with orientation toward teamwork and cooperation are required. The applicants should demonstrate that they are well organized, reliable, independent, and possess considerable attention to detail. They should also have excellent verbal, written, and computational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completes data entry using various data electronic capturing systems (REDCAP, Access, Medidata, etc)
• Completes data validation for coordinators and studies
• Complete electronic medical records (EPIC) queries to pre-screen and screen study subjects
• Helps coordinate study set-up, visits and procedures with multiple departments and research teams
• Recruits and obtains proper consents of subjects based on strict inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Help develop advertisements and works directly with recruitment companies in developing recruitment plans for studies
• Interviews prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educates potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
• Biospecimen collection and preparation (urine, blood, sputum, lavage) for basic research testing
• Assists laboratory staff with basic human sample processing and performs routine wet lab experiments under supervision.
• Helps clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Maintains and audits laboratory sample records and human subject study documentation.
• Supports staff with monitoring large datasets and fulfilling data requests.
• Adherence to and technical knowledge of regulatory compliance issues related to human subjects research
• May need to assist with creation, preparation and submission of clinical research documents (consent forms, maintenance, and reconciliation of study databases report forms, IRB applications, etc.)
• Participate in staff in-service trainings on study protocols, team and divisional staff meetings
• Work closely with the Principal Investigators and study staff regarding recruitment and retention of subjects
• Attend trainings as necessary for required credentials
• Other duties as assigned

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

About the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine

Thank you for your interest in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! Our over 140 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents.

We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Associate of Arts degree or equivalent
• Must be able to meet credentialing requirements at area hospitals
• Some research experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior clinical research experience
• Knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines and human subjects research
• Experience with patient-oriented research
• Knowledge of IRB submissions and regulatory compliance
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (REDCAP, OnCore)
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under strict time constraints
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft office software, computer data entry, and data management
• Ability to follow detailed and complicated protocols
• Ability to be team oriented and flexible
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

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

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

Questions should be directed to: Natalya Cruz-Teixeira, natalya.cruz-teixeira@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until July 29,2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$20/hour

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. Temporary employees are only eligible for sick leave benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

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.