Research Services (Open Rank: Entry – Senior) Professional

 University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes – Adult Division

Job Title:  Research Services (Open Rank: Entry – Senior) Professional

Position #: 00817192 – Requisition #:37007

Job Summary:

The Adult Division at the Barbara Davis Center (BDC) has a robust clinical and research program designed to improve health conditions in adults living with Type 1 Diabetes.  Research is conducted on new advanced diabetes technology, outcomes related to use of technology, and the health complications related to T1D.  The successful candidate will actively participate in facilitating patient-oriented research projects conducted by BDC investigators.  Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research.

Key Responsibilities / Duties:

• Assist with and oversee the day-to-day operations of clinical trials and studies
• Assist with developing or develops protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Case Report Forms (CRFs). Maintains subject level documentation and prepares documents, equipment and/or supplies
• 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
• Perform informed consent process or ensure that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
• Collect information to determine feasibility, recruitment and retention strategies. Employ, evaluate and assist with the implementation of innovative solutions to maximize recruitment and retention
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
• Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
• Adhere to research regulatory standards
• Assist investigator to create databanks such as in Excel, REDCap, or other relevant software programs
• 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
• 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

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to w