Research Assistant - Hybrid

Denver Health•Denver, CO

4d•$21 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Assistant (RA) is an essential team member supporting active clinical research and/or quality improvement projects at Denver Health. Under general supervision, the RA assists with research-related activities across projects focused on health and healthcare services. The role may support multiple projects at different locations, including the Denver Health main campus, community clinics, and urgent outpatient settings. General duties include participant-related activities, maintaining study records, protecting confidential information, following regulatory requirements, collecting data, and providing administrative support. The position follows a hybrid schedule: in the office once per week on Wednesday or Thursday, with the remainder remote. The stated schedule is 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The role is part of the RADARS Contract department, is listed as regular work, and has a day shift.

Requirements

High school degree or GED preferred.
One year of experience with data collection and entry preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with investigators, staff, and study subjects.
Comfort working with diverse populations.
Sound organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Responsible and punctual.
Knowledge of protocol adherence and general research practices.
Knowledge of research methods and patient confidentiality rules.
Experience with study-subject interviews and qualitative research methods.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong desire for team improvement and growth.
Conform to hospital standards of performance and conduct and value high-quality customer service and patient care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Assist with participant-related activities, including screening and consenting for recruitment, chart review, sample collection, patient navigation, and outcome tracking.
Maintain clear, concise, and organized records.
Protect the confidentiality of patient and other sensitive information.
Confirm participant eligibility and treat participants with courtesy, dignity, empathy, and respect.
Assist with data collection and entry and intervention fidelity.
Conduct literature reviews, including searching for literature, organizing results, and summarizing findings.
Build and maintain strong relationships with research subjects, teams, collaborators, and colleagues.
Complete COMIRB and CITI training requirements.
Help improve team processes and bring improvement opportunities to leadership, in alignment with DHHA’s Lean management principles.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts and perks on brands, travel, and more.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center, supporting internal career growth and advancement.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer, with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.