Principal Research Services Professional - 34887 University Staff **Description** **University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus** **Department: Adult and Child Center for Outcomes Research and Delivery Science** **Job Title: Principal Research Services Professional** **Position: #00827492 – Requisition: #34887** **Job Summary:** **30% - Project Management** + Develop robust study plans to ensure data collection is consistent, timely and reliable across all study sites. + Ensure the overall project schedule and planning align with planned study milestones (including clinical trials.gov and COMIRB needs). + Develop creative and integrative solutions for managing data collection, retention, and interventions to meet study deadlines, budget, and to sustain productivity. + Develop and continuously update intervention and data collection materials and protocols. + Manage the delivery of incentives to participants by providing leadership to study staff as the point person for questions, or issues in the gift card system. + Serve as a liaison with internal study team members and facilitate communication across a large multi-disciplinary and multi-site study. + Collaborate with community partners and primary care clinics to facilitate recruitment and retention of study participants at multiple study sites across the United States. **30% Recruitment and Data Collection** + Lead efforts to retain study participants over the course of study participation, which includes: developing and overseeing outreach processes, coordinating schedules, tracking progress and reporting results to Project Director and PI, and updating REDCap databases + Engage in data collection with participants, including collect anthropometric, survey data, ecological momentary assessment (EMA) data, video-recorded meals, dietary recalls, etc. virtually or in person from families participating in the study. + Train other staff in data collection as the "gold standard" for specific measurements (e.g., anthropometrics, dietary recalls, video-recorded meals, etc.). **20% - Data Management and Monitoring** + Maintain and update the databases and monitor to ensure data integrity and quality. Perform weekly quality checks on data and monitor all processes. + Train, supervise, and mentor data collection staff + Implement and enforce protocols to protect confidentiality of Human Subject data. **15% - Supervisory** + Oversee and provide informal leadership to the team members, including managing day-to-day priorities, evaluating and redistributing workloads on a temporary basis, and mentoring staff + Provide input and feedback to leadership on team members' overall performance, performance evaluations, opportunities for development, and process improvement initiatives + Identify training and development opportunities for new and existing team members + Assist with the interviewing, hiring, training and evaluation of study staff. + Oversee certification and re-certification on study activities for staff + Oversee and coordinate material transfers between sites including blood and hair samples **5% - Study Regulatory Requirements and Dissemination** + Assure that all COMIRB, NIH, and other pertinent regulations are adhered to, including training faculty and staff. + Oversee COMIRB submissions including updating consent forms, complete continuing reviews, and ongoing reporting documents as required. + Ensure staff are trained in and adhere to good clinical practices and the studies are compliant with COMIRB requirements. + Participate in scholarly presentations of study results + Participate in writing papers and publishing from study results **Work Location:** Hybrid **Why Join Us:** **Why work for the University?** + Medical: Multiple plan options + Dental: Multiple plan options + Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision + Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay + Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year + Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours) + Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual) + Holiday Days: 10/year + Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses + ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service **Diversity and Equity:** **Qualifications:** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in any field + Three (3) years clinical research or relate experience _Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire._ **Preferred Qualifications:** + Master's degree in public health or similar field. + Twelve (12) years relevant experience. + Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems). + Proficiency in REDCap data management system. + Experience with large-scale research studies, including participant retention. + Experience participating in research including recruitment, survey research, and/or in-home/clinic data collection with both children and adults. + Experience managing regulatory requirements related to human subjects research. + Experience collecting anthropometric data and other measures beyond survey research. + Experience working with low-income populations. + Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team. + Experience working in a multicultural or multiethnic program or environment. **Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** + Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). + 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. + Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion. + Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology. + Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information. + Proficiency in REDCap database management system. + Library resources, including tools for literature reviews and data repositories. + Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills; This person will manage a caseload of families who are in different phases of the program. + Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoys working with families. + Demonstrated ability to work independently, as a part of a team and with changing priorities. **How to Apply:** **Screening of Applications Begins:** **September 20, 2024** **Anticipated Pay Range:** _or hiring range_ **$64,594 - $82,164** _or hiring range_ **ADA Statement:** **Background Check Statement:** **Vaccination Statement:** **Job Category** **Primary Location** **Schedule** **Posting Date** **Unposting Date** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/) The Adult and Child Center for Outcomes Research and Delivery Science (ACCORDS) is seeking a full-time Project Lead 3 (Research Services Principal Clinical Sciences Professional) to join the growing Family Matters team (Principal Investigator: Dr. Jerica Berge). This position will support four NIH grants alongside an experienced Program Manager. One study intervenes with families with young children around their family meals using innovative technology (i.e., ecological momentary intervention and video feedback) and in-person education. Three of the studies comprise a large-scale longitudinal cohort study investigating risk and protective factors for childhood health in low-income and minority households. This position will report to the Project Director and will play an integral role supporting regulatory compliance, training and supervising study staff, and ensuring complete data collection. – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. ACCORDS is a research center supporting the advancement of health services research and T3-T4 translational research jointly funded by the School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Colorado Research Institute. ACCORDS serves as the focal point for health care professionals, researchers, and analysts from across the Anschutz Medical Campus to foster multidisciplinary collaborations that bring together our campus' diverse skills and talents to pursue health services research and education. In addition, ACCORDS cultivates strong research and educational collaborations with external partners including the University of Colorado School of Public Health, Children's Hospital Colorado, Denver Health, Kaiser Permanente Colorado, UCHealth, as well as other health care delivery systems, community organizations, and state and local government agencies. ACCORDS has programs in Dissemination and Implementation Science, Patient-Centered Decision Making, Education, Community Engagement and Outreach, as well as methodological cores in Qualitative and Mixed Methods, Economic Analysis, Practice-Based Research Networks (PBRNs), Biostatistics for Health Services Research, and Mobile Health & Informatics. We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5637811&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) . 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, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. 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: Elizabeth Ruzicka, (elizabeth.ruzicka@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5637811&targetURL=elizabeth.ruzicka@cuanschutz.edu) ) Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by . The starting salary range () for this position has been established as . If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5637811&targetURL=https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/compensation/2024-step-pay-program-for-state-of-colorado-employees) . The above salary 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5637811&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125) 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5637811&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu) ​. 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. 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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Research Services : Hybrid Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21628 - SOM-COHO CTR GENERALOPERATIONS : Full-time : Sep 13, 2024 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Elizabeth Ruzicka Posting Contact Email: elizabeth.ruzicka@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5637811&targetURL=elizabeth.ruzicka@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00827492jeid-a650a88d492d234aa741134a5c19c921 The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.