Research Services Clinical Sciences Intermediate Professional

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job Title: Research Services Clinical Sciences Intermediate Professional

Position 00846012 – Requisition 39268

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Urogynecology Tissue and Fluid Bank Coordinator to support the collection, processing, storage, and distribution of human biospecimens for research. This position plays a critical role in maintaining biospecimen quality, ensuring protocol compliance, and supporting investigators across the campus. In addition, this individual will help develop a software interface to document and share biospecimens within the bank. The coordinator will work closely with clinical teams, pathology, and research laboratories to facilitate efficient biobanking operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Specimen Collection & Processing (30%)

·         Coordinate and perform the collection, labeling, processing, aliquoting, and cryopreservation of human tissues, blood, and other clinical biospecimens.

·         Monitor surgical schedules and patient eligibility to ensure timely specimen acquisition.

·         Follow standardized protocols to ensure biospecimen integrity and quality.

·         Transport specimens between clinics, surgical areas, pathology, and biobank storage.

·         Perform bench experiments intermittently (i.e ELISA, PCR, etc.), and preparing specimens for core services.

Data & Inventory Management (40%)

·         Maintain accurate and timely data entry in biorepository and research databases (e.g., OnCore, REDCap).

·         Track specimen chain-of-custody, freezer placement, and distribution.

·         Conduct routine data audits and freezer inventory checks.

Compliance & Documentation (20%)

·         Verify informed consent and confirm eligibility under IRB-approved protocols.

·         Adhere to institutional, regulatory, and ethical guidelines, including HIPAA, CAP/CLIA, FDA, and NIH best practices.

·         Assist in developing and revising standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Collaboration & Administrative Support (10%)

·         Serve as a liaison between clinical care teams, pathology personnel, and researchers.

·         Coordinate fulfillment of specimen requests and prepare shipments for approved investigators.

·         Maintain supplies, equipment, and laboratory work areas.

·         Help train new staff and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

·         Coordinate shipments of