Research Services Program Manager

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus| Department of Emergency Medicine, is currently seeking applications for a Research Services Program Manager. This is a full-time, University Staff (non-classified) position, for the Injury Generated by Burn and Frostbite (IGNITE) lab and the Airway, Trauma, Lung Injury, and Sepsis (ATLAS) lab.

The Department of Emergency Medicine, the IGNITE lab and ATLAS lab seek motivated applicants for the position of Research Services Program Manager. This role will engage patients, families, and clinical staff at the University of Colorado Hospital, manage study start-up and documentation for clinical trials, assist with grant preparation and submission, technical reporting, and regulatory activities, as well as collaborate with clinical and research teams working to improve care of critically ill burn and frostbite patients. The projects focus on patients in the Emergency Department and Burn Intensive Care Units with critically injured burn and frostbite patients. The ideal candidate will have experience within research (clinical or laboratory), collaborate effectively on multidisciplinary teams, and be highly detail oriented.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with and oversee the day-to-day operations of clinical trials and studies

• 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  

• Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order

• Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies

• Independently perform study related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies

• Oversee the preparation of orders by physicians to ensure that protocol compliance is maintained. Independently review patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly document and report all findings to physician and care team

• Assist with budget creation and grant submissions

• DOD regulatory and technical reporting submissions

• Manage and conduct moderately complex research activities that are part of a larger project from initiation to close.

• Create complex data management and tracking tools (REDCap, Excel) to support tracking of project/recruitment activities.

• Oversee student worker(s) or junior PRAs as it relates to a specific project.

• Participate in instrument creation (REDCap) and/or analytical structures as appropriate to the project.

• Collect study data via complex patient visits, surveys, observations, or focus groups. Provide leadership in data collection to other PRAs and students.

• Participate in audits, monitoring visits, and quality control checks of data collection, equipment maintenance, and study procedures.

• Help develop study findings for presentation to team and external audiences.

• May lead publication development (abstract/manuscript)

• Help with budget management/tracking (under direction of PM/PI) 

• Lead manuscript preparation for publication or presentation in scientific forums.

• Work with members of the UCD and UCHealth community as needed to set up labs, participant visits, and access shared University resources.

• Manage study participant incentive program with the assistance of procurement.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 4 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

This is an in-person position within the IGNITE and ATLAS labs, which offers a unique career and growth opportunity to serve as an integral member of a highly productive, collaborative, and vibrant research group conducting impactful health research in the care of acutely ill and injured patients. The diverse and complex patient population provides a rich learning environment and opportunities to expand the candidate's skillset across several research projects (including clinical trials and observational trials). The candidate will also be exposed to a like-minded research community to help enrich skills and enhance career growth. Our emergency medicine and burn trials aim to improve outcomes for patients, and candidates can feel a direct connection to advancing medical knowledge and evidence-based care that can impact the lives of patients.

Outside the ATLAS lab environment, the candidate will be a part of the larger University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus community. CU Anschutz is a prestigious public education, clinical and research academic institution serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $650 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.  

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%25 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field

• A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

• An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

   

• Four (4) years of 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

• Five (5) years of clinical research or related experience

• Prior experience providing program and/or project management duties in a clinical research setting

• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)

• Experience with industry-sponsored clinical trials

• Experience with managing multi-center clinical trials

• Project management certification

Conditions of Employment:

• Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong project management skills and experience within a complex and diverse environment

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

• Demonstration of strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• 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

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: EMED HR, emed.humanresources@ucdenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $68,394 - $86,998.

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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.

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.