Temporary Clinical Research Assistant

Job Summary:

The Dragoo Research Program, located at the Inverness Orthopedics and Spine Center - UCHealth Steadman Hawkins Clinic, is seeking a 12-month Temporary Research Assistant to join our dynamic team. This temporary position will be instrumental in supporting a range of projects aligned with clinical research and laboratory objectives. These include advancing innovative biologic treatments for orthopedic conditions, improving surgical outcomes, and investigating mechanisms behind musculoskeletal diseases and injuries (ACL injury and OA/PTOA). Additionally, our clinical-translational team has established a biobank (CUREBank) to collect various musculoskeletal tissues and autologous biologics from individual patients. Employing a novel approach distinct from traditional biobanking methods, CUREBank aims to aliquot and preserve cellular and acellular tissue components and revitalize tissues stored long-term to ensure their viability for future research purposes.

Key Responsibilities:

This position will work up to 30 hours per week, but may be expected to work up to 35 hours on certain weeks as needed. This position will primarily support research personnel within the Dragoo Research Program on funded and unfunded projects. While the temporary research assistant is expected to contribute in many ways to the research projects, typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Patient interaction (explanation of research activities)
• EHR chart review
• Database query
• Data collection
• Data cleaning and management
• Informed Consent
• Data entry

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO, as well as the Steadman Hawkins Inverness Clinic in Englewood, CO.

Why Join Us:

CU Medicine Orthopedics has an expert team of Orthopedic providers that consists of fellowship-trained surgeons and specialists who provide the highest quality, comprehensive care for your orthopedic needs. Using cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques, we offer access to the most advanced procedures to get you back to your life as quickly as possible. From foot and ankle issues to total replacements along with spine and sports medicine injuries, we provide full-service orthopedic care. We also have providers who specialize in pediatric orthopedics to treat younger patients with customized care.

Diversity and Equity:

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..

Qualifications:

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

• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous clinical research experience (1-2 years).
• Experience interacting with patients.
• Experience being in a laboratory setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Enjoy brainstorming and thinking creatively.
• Be able to manage several projects at once.
• Thrive in a varied, highly collaborative work environment.
• Have a car in the Denver Metro area to contribute to sample collection activities.

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. 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: Thomas Roller, THOMAS.ROLLER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 15, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring rate for this position has been established at $18.00 / hour. The above salary rate represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Temporary employees are only eligible for sick leave benefits. 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

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@ucdenver.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.