Research Scientist​/Data Manager and Analyst

Research Scientist / Data Manager and Analyst

We are seeking a Research Data Scientist to join an incredible team of researchers in the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado Anschutz.

Our physicians provide full prenatal care, maternal and fetal disease consultation, prenatal diagnosis, and genetic counseling for patients across Colorado and Wyoming. We are proud to support the Children's Hospital of Colorado's Colorado Fetal Care Center (CFCC) which specializes in fetal diagnosis and in utero intervention. This role will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team that values collaboration and teamwork above all else.

• Design, develop, and maintain high‑quality EMR/EHR‑based datasets to support retrospective cohort studies and real‑world evidence generation.
• Serve as the database manager for the PARITY database, the Colorado Fetal Care Center, and the Perinatal Research Advisory & Facilitation Committee.
• Ensure data integrity, traceability, and alignment with study objectives through rigorous validation and documentation.
• Develop and manage longitudinal datasets to evaluate clinical outcomes, treatment patterns, and health disparities.
• Serve as a key resource for data strategy and methodological guidance across projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of research data workflows and infrastructure.
• Mentor junior researchers, medical students, residents, and fellows on study design, cohort development, and analytical methods.
• Own projects and drive publication of at least two journal or conference papers per year.

• Master’s or equivalent in Epidemiology, Clinical Science, Biostatistics, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in clinical data management, epidemiology, or healthcare data science.
• Strong experience working with EMR/EHR data systems (e.g., Epic Clarity, Caboodle).
• Expertise in retrospective cohort study design and longitudinal data analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL, SAS, and/or similar analytical tools.
• Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), IRB processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to peer‑reviewed research or academic publications.

• PhD or equivalent in Epidemiology, Clinical Science, Biostatistics, or a related field.
• Advanced skills in statistical programming software (SAS, R, SPSS).
• Experience in OB/GYN, perinatal, or population health research.
• Experience with REDCap or similar clinical research data capture tools.
• First‑ or co‑author publications in clinical or epidemiological research.
• Experience working in an academic medical center or research institution.
• Experience supporting grant‑funded research or contributing to grant applications.

Work Location:

Remote (must be a U.S. resident).

Salary range: $96,000 – $101,000.

• Medical, Dental, Disability, Life, and Vision insurance.
• 401(a) Retirement plan with 10 percent employer contribution.
• Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Days.
• Tuition assistance available on all CU campuses.
• Transportation pass for RTD bus and light rail service.

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. The University will not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against COVID‑19 and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners, vaccination and medical surveillance policies will apply.

To apply, submit your application electronically at the University of Colorado careers website. Include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and five professional references.