University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Colorado School of Public Health, Department of Health System Management & Policy

Job Title: Senior Professional Research Assistant Level II

Position #00822224 - Requisition #33494

Job Summary:

The Colorado School of Public Health, Department of Health System Management & Policy is currently seeking a full time Senior Professional Research Assistant (Sr. PRA) - Level 2. The Sr. PRA will support the development, implementation, dissemination and translation of research studies conducted by faculty in the Department of Health Systems, Management and Policy (HSMP) and by collaborating with research institutions. The position contributes to operational planning activities for research studies, data collection, data management and processing, data analysis and interpretation, data visualization and communication, development of scientific publications and presentations, planning and facilitation of research meetings and workshops, and coordination and communication with external research partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct evidence reviews, syntheses and meta-analyses of research findings.
• Design and implement data collection processes via surveys, interviews, focus groups and other methods.
• Clean, combine and manage primary and secondary data sources.
• Design and execute data analysis plans that involve quantitative and/or qualitative analytic methods.
• Plan and facilitate meetings and conference calls with research collaborators and funders.
• Create data summaries, infographics and data visualizations.
• Develop recommendations from data, existing evidence, and stakeholder input.
• Develop and edit research reports, briefs, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Develop research translation products based on research results, including decision tools, implementation guides, use cases, and other guidance documents.
• Assist with development and maintenance of electronic repositories for research products including publications, presentations, and research translation tools and guides.
• Develop systems and processes for tracking the progress, outputs, and outcomes of research studies, including monitoring citations and other uses of research results.
• Participate in research strategic planning activities and research agenda-setting activities with faculty, staff, students, collaborators and funders.
• Assist with planning future extramural research funding opportunities, including research grant development.
• Identify opportunities to engage students in the implementation and translation of research studies and assist faculty in supporting student engagement in research through opportunities such as internships, practicums, and capstone projects.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of up to 1 day per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs including a Master's concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, climate and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally. The School is committed to diversity and inclusion in its faculty, staff, administration, and student body. The School intentionally builds the public health infrastructure toward health equity and the elimination of health disparities for all communities.

The ColoradoSPH aims to build a diverse and representative academic community that recognizes the importance of social, economic, health, and environmental justice. We strive to promote equity, diversity, and to be a model of inclusive excellence. As a tri-campus partnership, ColoradoSPH stands with academic, practice, and community partners nationwide to condemn racism, injustice, and inequity. Please click here to learn more about our equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment statement and plan to dismantle structural racism: https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/about-us/diversity-inclusive-excellence.

Benefits: The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision and Wellness
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay.
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22
• Sick Days: 15
• Holiday Days: 10
• Tuition Benefit: System employees have the benefit on all campuses.
• ECO Pass: RTD Bus and light rail service
• Additional Perks & Programs: Click to access the CU Advantage, including perks and programs for our employees.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

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, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. 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.

• A master's degree in a public health, health sciences, public administration, business administration, or social sciences discipline, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience working in health services delivery, health policy, and/or health research settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in using health equity and racial equity frameworks to inform research, policy and practice, including concepts related to social determinants of health, structural racism, and systemic inequities.
• Progressively responsible experience with university administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional analytic, communication, and writing skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to efficiently organize, multi-task, and prioritize duties and tasks without oversight.
• Communication skills to include a high level of comfort with professional and scientific writing for various content platforms (print, web, media).
• Knowledge of U.S. health policies and health service delivery systems
• Ability to network and collaborate with individuals and institutions from diverse backgrounds with sometime conflicting perspectives.

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: Carrington Lott at Carrington.lott@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until May 8, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$59,843 to $105,729

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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@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.