Research Services Clinical Sciences Intermediate Professional

University of Colorado•Colorado Springs, CO

4d•$54,302 - $72,765•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking applications for a Research Services Clinical Science Intermediate Professional. This is a full-time, University staff position to support ongoing grant-funded studies focused on mental health. The Research Services Clinical Science Professional will join a highly collaborative and exciting multi-disciplinary team (PI: Justin Baker, PhD) that has an active research program domestically and internationally. The PI conducts research related to the prevention of psychological health conditions (e.g., suicide, posttraumatic stress disorder) across various populations (e.g., military service members, veterans, first responders, civilians). This research involves observational studies and interventional trials related to the understanding and prevention of psychological health morbidities in a global context. Intermediate Clinical Science Professionals perform clinical research related functions which may include patient-oriented research or research conducted with human subjects. Patient-oriented research includes mechanisms of human disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, or development of new technologies. Intermediate Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research and health services research.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field
One (1) year clinical research or related experience
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
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
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Ability to think creatively, adapt quickly and work independently
Excellent team player
Enjoys working with human research subjects
Self-starter with a desire to improve human health through research
High Level Skills with Computer-Based Tools (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Etc.)
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship and employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
Master’s degree in psychology, public health, or a research-related discipline
Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
Strong interest or previous experience working in psychological health or global health research and/or related efforts
Experience in global health
Experience in military-relevant research

Responsibilities

Assist with and oversee the day to day operations of clinical trials and studies
Obtain study subject’s medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial
Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
Adhere to research regulatory standards
Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities
Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order
Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
Independently perform study related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
Act as a Primary Coordinator on multiple trials/studies
Assist and train junior team members
Manage and conduct moderately complex research activities that are part of larger project from initiation to close.
Create complex data management and tracking tools (REDCap, ACCESS, Excel) to support tracking of project/recruitment activities.
Oversee student worker(s) or junior PRAs as it relates to a specific project.
Participate in instrument creation and/or analytical structures as appropriate to the project.
Collect study data via complex patient visits, surveys, observations or focus groups. Provide leadership in data collection to other PRAs and students.
Participate in audits, monitoring visits, and quality control checks of data collection, equipment maintenance, and study procedures.
Help develop study findings for presentation to team and external audiences.
May lead publication development (abstract/manuscript)
Help with budget management/tracking (under direction of PM/PI)
Lead manuscript preparation for publication or presentation in scientific forums.
Work with members of the UCD and UCHealth community as needed to set up labs, participant visits, and access shared University resources.