Job Details

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Research Specialist

Position Number: 6389252
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Specialist

Research Specialist - 37310 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Colorado School of Public Health | Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity & Diabetes (LEAD) Center

Research Specialist

Position #: 837360 - Requisition #: 37310

Job Summary:

Join the Colorado School of Public Health as a part-time Research Specialist (Research Services Entry Professional). This position is a key member of the school's Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity & Diabetes (LEAD) Center and will be responsible for study participant recruitment and data collection for one or more LEAD Center studies.

This position requires an individual with an interest in public health research in child and adolescent populations, as well as data collection skills (i.e., interviewing study participants, administering questionnaires), the ability to be self-directed, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Collect physical measurements of study participants, including weight, height, and other diet and physical activity measures.

Administer health-related questionnaires to study participants.

Process and ship blood samples to labs for analysis.

Collect and enter data from visit forms in REDCap.

Document, organize, and synthesize data collection procedures in the manual of operations.

Coordinate scheduling and logistics of study visits and program events.

Participate in study-related travel and offsite clinic events as needed.

This is a part-time (0.5 FTE) position that reports directly to the Project Manager.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

Onsite - This role is expected to work onsite and is located on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) is a unique and collaborative graduate school that combines the collective expertise of three Colorado universities: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz) in Aurora, Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in Greeley, Colorado. The Colorado School of Public Health is the only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing a vital contribution towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. The school's faculty, staff, and students work together to share knowledge and conduct innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, costly injuries, and more.

The LEAD Center is a groundbreaking research center that investigates and seeks to understand the developmental origins of health and disease, particularly obesity, type 1 and type 2 diabetes and the complex interplay of environmental exposures, genetic and epigenetic processes in critical developmental periods across the lifecourse. LEAD scientists work with data from multiple human cohort studies housed within the Center (Healthy Start, Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes [ECHO], Exploring Perinatal Outcomes among Children [EPOCH], SEARCH for Diabetes in Youth, Diabetes in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults [DiCAYA], and Discovery of Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes in Youth [DISCOVERY]).

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, healthcare, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with specialized data collection systems like the BOD POD and REDCap database system.
Experience working with children and adolescents.
Knowledge of health or nutrition practices and chronic diseases such as obesity and diabetes.

Conditions of Employment:

Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to allow for occasional off-site study visits.
Must be available to work occasional evenings and/or overnight travel with advance notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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 experience in fostering a community that values a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and 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. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Alexandra.Stamatoiu@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until July 21, 2025.

Anticipated Salary Range:

The starting target salary for this position has been established as $50,000 - $55,000.

The above salary 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

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

As the School of Public Health located within the University of Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus, we are committed to developing and sustaining a faculty, staff, and student body that reflects a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. We advocate for and actively lead efforts and activities to build a community that treats people with dignity, respect, and compassion among the school's students, staff, faculty, and external community partners.

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 Denver | 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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Research Services Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21652 - CSPH-LEAD GEN OPS Schedule
: Part-time Posting Date
: Jul 16, 2025 Unposting Date
: Jul 22, 2025, 5:59:00 AM Posting Contact Email: Alexandra.Stamatoiu@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00837360

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=37310&lang=en