Clinical Sciences Research Professional, Open Rank

University of Colorado•Hybrid, CO

2d•$49,899 - $78,665•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Colorado Department of Pediatric Orthopedics is hiring a Clinical Sciences Research Professional to support Principal Investigators in the surgical sports medicine subspecialty at Children’s Hospital Colorado. The role is part of the Musculoskeletal Research Center and works within a team of research professionals, with a secondary focus on becoming familiar with studies led by other Children’s Hospital Orthopedics Institute providers. Clinical research may include patient-oriented research, human-subject research, clinical trials, epidemiologic and behavioral studies, outcomes research, and health services research. The position is based at Children’s Hospital Colorado Anschutz, with occasional travel to clinics throughout the Denver metro area. The role is eligible for a hybrid schedule, with the exact schedule determined by the supervisor. The position is open at entry, intermediate, and senior levels. All levels support clinical study operations, recruitment, consent, eligibility review, data collection, regulatory compliance, study documentation, biobanking, and coordination with internal and external collaborators. Intermediate-level professionals independently manage study materials and procedures, support process improvement, and assist with training junior staff. Senior-level professionals contribute to protocol-specific systems and documentation, operational improvements, technical writing and research presentations, and section-level research leadership. The Department of Orthopedics advances orthopedic care through education, research, and patient care, with a focus on innovation, community outreach, and quality. The role requires service on a committee related to advancing the Musculoskeletal Research Center’s mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field, or an eligible year-for-year substitution of education with related technical, military, or paraprofessional experience.
For intermediate level: one year of clinical research or related experience.
For senior level: two years of clinical research or related experience.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees throughout the institution.
Ability to navigate multiple studies and prioritize appropriately.
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
Highly self-directed and organized, with strict attention to detail.
Commitment to the research mission of the Department of Orthopedics and the Musculoskeletal Research Center.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a science or health-related field.
Previous experience in sports medicine research.
Experience with REDCap, OnCore, and EPIC.
For intermediate and senior levels: experience with electronic data capture systems, such as EMR/EHR and data management systems.
For senior level: master’s degree in a science or health-related field.
For senior level: three years of clinical research or related experience.
Interest in sports medicine research.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Responsibilities

Assist with and oversee day-to-day operations of clinical trials and studies.
Obtain subjects’ medical histories and current medication information, review protocol inclusion and exclusion criteria, and confirm eligibility.
Conduct or ensure proper documentation and filing of the informed consent process and forms.
Interview prospective subjects and explain study details through phone contacts and personal interviews.
Schedule study participation and coordinate space and clinical research support, including physicians, nurse practitioners, laboratories, radiology, and pharmacy.
Collect, code, and analyze research data accurately and promptly.
Follow research regulatory standards and maintain detailed study records in compliance with FDA requirements, protocols, institutional procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
Participate in recruitment, patient communications, and pre-screening and screening activities.
Ensure study supplies and equipment are available and functioning.
Collect and process samples for biobanking.
Maintain regulatory software applications such as REDCap, OnCore, and Florence eBinder.
Properly document research encounters.
Develop, submit, and maintain IRB protocols.
Communicate with external sites and ensure data quality for multisite studies.
Track budgets and financial allocations.
Serve as a resource and participate in study initiation and closeout activities.
Act as the primary coordinator on multiple trials or studies.
Serve on a committee related to advancing the Musculoskeletal Research Center’s mission.
At the intermediate level, independently master study protocols, consent forms, and essential study documents; independently perform protocol-defined processes, procedures, and assessments; assist with developing and implementing procedures and quality-improvement initiatives; train junior team members; and assess feasibility and recruitment and retention strategies, including implementing and evaluating solutions.
At the senior level, help develop protocol-specific systems and documents, including process flows, training manuals, SOPs, and CRFs; maintain subject-level documentation and prepare study documents, equipment, and supplies; identify operational-efficiency issues and share findings with leadership; develop recruitment and retention strategies; participate in study initiation and closeout; lead technical writing for peer-reviewed publications and prepare conference presentations; provide expertise in REDCap, Epic, OnCore, and other research platforms; and provide section-level research leadership and collaborate on process improvements.