Research Specialist

Research Specialist

University of Colorado Anschutz Campus

Position #: 814996 - Requisition #: 39049

Key duties include overseeing daily operational tasks for the Life course Epidemiology of Adiposity & Diabetes (LEAD) Center and the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Study protocols. Responsibilities involve scheduling and conducting in‑person and remote study visits; coordinating biospecimen collections; administering surveys; performing data entry; managing quality assurance; and ensuring compliance with IRB rules and regulations. The role reports to the ECHO Study Project Manager and is an onsite, full‑time (1.0 FTE) position at CU Anschutz Campus in Aurora, CO.

CU Anschutz Campus, Aurora, CO (Onsite)

• Collect blood samples and physical measurements (weight, height, diet, physical activity).
• Administer health‑related questionnaires to study participants.
• Enter data from visit forms into a secure electronic database.
• Coordinate scheduling and logistics of study visits and program events.
• Support participant engagement through outreach and communication.
• Participate in study‑related travel and offsite clinic events as needed.
• Document, organize, and synthesize data collection procedures outlined in the manual of operations.
• Perform quality‑assurance activities, including resolution of data edits.
• Assemble and mail out data & biospecimen collection kits to participants.
• Coordinate participant travel for home visits and study visits.

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health/medical research, public health, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, healthcare, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• 1 year of professional level experience in a clinical research setting working directly with patients or study participants.
• Experience working with pregnant women, infants, and children (preferred).
• Working knowledge of epidemiology, environmental health, or chronic diseases such as obesity and diabetes (preferred).
• EMT or phlebotomy certification (preferred).
• Technical laboratory skills and experience in biospecimen processing (preferred).
• Bilingual English and Spanish speaking (preferred).
• Interest in learning phlebotomy and specimen processing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated experience fostering a diverse community that values different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and car insurance for home visits as required by CO state law.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., Sunday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Saturday with occasional evenings).
• Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

• Medical, dental, disability, life, and vision insurance.
• Retirement 401(a) plan with 10% employer contribution.
• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year.
• Vacation: 22 days per year (up to 352 hours).
• Sick days: 15 per year.
• Holiday days: 10 per year.
• Tuition benefit available across all CU campuses.
• ECO Pass:
  Reduced rate RTD bus and light rail service.

Screening of Applications Begins:
March 4, 2026.

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.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. Please contact the HR ADA Coordinator coordinator if you need an accommodation.

CU Anschutz strengthens a safe environment by conducting background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination against COVID‑19 and other vaccine‑preventable diseases is required for employees working in facilities or clinics operated by CU Anschutz. Employees must also enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program for certain research areas or safety‑sensitive duties.

Questions:
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