University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Health Systems, Management & Policy, Colorado School of Public Health Job Title: Sr. Professional Research Assistant - Open Rank (Level 1-3) Position # : - Requisition #37687: Job Summary: Department of Health Systems, Management & Policy, Colorado School of Public Health and thePopulation Health Shared Resource (PHSR) - Behavioral Science Component at the University of Colorado Cancer Center has an opening for a full-time Sr. Professional Research Assistant, Behavioral Science Analyst who has experience with project management of behavioral science studies, participant recruitment, and qualitative research survey methods. PHSR - Behavioral Science Component supports research that involves patient and community-focused studies using qualitative methods (e.g., individual interviews and focus groups), survey design, accrual and data collection in clinic and community settings, medical record review and extraction, psychometrics, and community-engaged research. The position will assist with general project management needs, patient recruitment, and other duties as determined by study investigators. This position will work in clinical cancer and community-based settings to support qualitative data collection, coding, and possibly survey development, regulatory needs, analysis, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience with behavioral research study management, patient recruitment and retention, qualitative data collection and coding, mixed methods research, working on interdisciplinary teams, and experience with supporting institutional review board protocol development for behavioral research studies. Expertise in conducting research with Spanish speaking populations would be an asset.
Key Responsibilities:
• Data collection activities with a variety of individuals (e.g., patients, caregivers/family members, clinicians/staff, and community members) including:
o Recruiting, consenting, and compensating study participant
o Engaging with partner organizations and group
o Conducting and leading in-depth interview
• Project coordination, including scheduling and attending meetings with project investigators and staff
• Project management, including ensuring adherence to regulatory policies, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and institutional requirement
• Data management, including both qualitative and quantitative data
• Assisting with institutional review board applications, amendments, and continuing review of documents for study project
• Assisting with data analysis tasks, including coding, codebook development, reporting and summarizing, and running of queries in ATLAS.ti© or other software
• Programming and survey development in REDCap
• Assisting in poster and presentation formatting and design for conference presentation
• Editing manuscripts for journal format requirements and submitting manuscripts or reports for publication in conjunction with investigator
Work Location: Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days 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 well-being. 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, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.
The University of Colorado Cancer Center is Colorado's only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, a distinction recognizing its outstanding contributions to research, clinical trials, prevention, and cancer control. The CU Cancer Center's vision is to "prevent and conquer cancer. Together." We do this through our mission statement of "uniting our community to overcome cancer through innovation, discovery, prevention, early detection, multidisciplinary care, and education." Our more than 300 renowned physicians and researchers conduct patient-centered research to develop innovative, state-of-the-art technologies, and treatments. Our expertise across cancer types helps us provide world-class treatment for common cancers, while offering hope for many patients with difficult or aggressive tumors who have struggled to find treatment options elsewhere.
Why work for the University? We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Sr. PRA Level 1 - Master's degree in health-related field or a related discipline (public health, psychology, sociology, anthropology)
Sr. PRA Level 2 - Master's degree in health-related field or a related discipline (public health, psychology, sociology, anthropology)
- One-two (1-2) years professional level work experience in research or health services such as behavioral science, public health, or health services research
Sr. PRA Level 3 - Master's degree in health-related field or a related discipline (public health, psychology, sociology, anthropology)
- Two to three (2-3) years professional level work experience in research or health services such as behavioral science, public health, or health services research
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with REDCap
- Experience preparing protocols for the institutional review board (IRB)
- Experience with reference management software, such as EndNote
- Previous experience in research/evaluation project coordination
- Experience with recruitment and enrollment of research participants
- Proficiency with qualitative data management software, such as ATLAS.ti©, NVivo©
- Experience with qualitative research data collection, including conducting interviews and coding data
- Proficiency with quantitative data management software, such as SAS©, SPSS©, or R
- Bilingual in Spanish, written and oral
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Comfortable working with patients, caregivers/family members, clinicians, and community partners
- Highly organized and attentive to detail with excellent oral and competent written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software suite
- Team-oriented and able to work well in multidisciplinary teams, as well as self-motivated and able to work independently
- Ability to operate effectively and efficiently according to the needs and demands of concurrent projects
- Ability to represent the University, Cancer Center, and PHSR in a professional and positive manner
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. An academic writing sample
4. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to: Elizabeth Molina Kuna, ,edu
Screening of Applications Begins: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by
September 12, 2025 . 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 position has been established as
HIRING RANGE: Sr. PRA Level 1: $58,687 to 79,687
Sr. PRA Level 2: $61,687 to 98,687
Sr. PRA Level 3: $66,687 to 109,159
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 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: Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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