Part-time Senior Clinical Sciences Professional (0.50 - 0.75 FTE)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title: Part-time Senior Clinical Sciences Professional (0.50 - 0.75 FTE)

Position: #00826656 - Requisition: #34634

Job Summary:

CONQUEST (COllaboratioN on QUality improvement initiative for achieving Excellence in STandards of COPD care) is an integrated quality improvement program to promote targeted, risk-based management of patients with modifiable high-risk chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), who are either currently undiagnosed or diagnosed, but options to optimize management are available. The focus is on appropriate assessment, intervention, and follow-up of these patients, while supporting the adoption of guideline-led clinical decision-making for all COPD patients. The purpose of CONQUEST is to embed quality standards and quality improvement into routine local healthcare systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy).
• 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.
• 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.

Work Location:

Remote - this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

An Exciting Opportunity: The University of Colorado Department of Family Medicine (DFM) seeks a creative and capable individual to lead strategic communications for a national leader in academic medicine. Recently ranked #7 Best Family Medicine Programs by U.S. News, DFM seeks a communications professional who is a storyteller at heart. Someone with a broad range of skills and a desire to put them to work to demonstrate the impact of cutting-edge family medicine care, research, and innovation.

The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) mission is "To heal, teach, discover, and connect. Together." by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five key aims, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care - Providing outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.
• Research - Create and disseminate new knowledge.
• Training - Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.
• Community Engagement - Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.
• Our People - Nurture a thriving, diverse, and equitable DFM culture.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

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:

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
• Two (2) years clinical research or related experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field.
• Three (3) years of clinical research or related experience.
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems).

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, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.

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. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon, lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 6th, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this part-time (0.5 - 0.75 FTE) position has been established as $28,085 - $35,723 at 0.5 FTE.

The above salary range (or hiring 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

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@cuanschutz.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.