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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Environmental & Occupational Health / Centers for Health, Work & Environment
Job Title: Professional Research Assistant (PRA) – Level 2
Working Title: Analyst (Professional Research Assistant (PRA) – Level 2)
Position #: 00831573 – Requisition #: 36035
Job Summary:
The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH), and the Centers for Health Work and Environment (CHWE) have an opening for a full-time position (1.0 FTE) at the rank of Professional Research Assistant (PRA) – Level 2. In this position the PRA Level 2 will develop and implement data management and data cleaning protocols, data analysis plans, execute data analyses, contribute to the writing of grants and publications, and provide statistical consultation to students, faculty, and staff. They will work with a variety of complex data systems including relational databases and complex datasets such as survey data. In addition, they will provide study design and analytical support for survey design or longitudinal studies. The PRA Level 2 will work closely with other master and doctoral trained biostatisticians. Over time, this individual is expected to work more independently and on more advanced data management and analytical challenges. The desire to learn continuously and try new approaches are key features of a PRA Level 2. The incumbent will be part of a multi-disciplinary team under the leadership of Dr. Katherine James. The incumbent will work closely with faculty and staff within the Centers for Health Work and Environment and the Community Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Group (CEPEG) within the broader CU Anschutz community.
Key Responsibilities:
This position will provide analytic and data science and management support for projects in both CHWE and CEPEG. Examples of work performed can include:
Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of at least 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings and research activities.
Why Join Us:
The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top-tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region’s health and well-being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master’s concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.
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:
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 2/10/25.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $50,410 -$ 66,910.
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
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@ucdenver.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.
Research Faculty
Job Category
Faculty
Primary Location
Aurora
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Jan 28, 2025
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Posting Contact Name
Kathy James
Posting Contact Email
Kathy.James@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number
00831573
Department: Environmental & Occupational Health / Centers for Health, Work & Environment
Job Title: Professional Research Assistant (PRA) – Level 2
Working Title: Analyst (Professional Research Assistant (PRA) – Level 2)
Position #: 00831573 – Requisition #: 36035
Job Summary:
The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH), and the Centers for Health Work and Environment (CHWE) have an opening for a full-time position (1.0 FTE) at the rank of Professional Research Assistant (PRA) – Level 2. In this position the PRA Level 2 will develop and implement data management and data cleaning protocols, data analysis plans, execute data analyses, contribute to the writing of grants and publications, and provide statistical consultation to students, faculty, and staff. They will work with a variety of complex data systems including relational databases and complex datasets such as survey data. In addition, they will provide study design and analytical support for survey design or longitudinal studies. The PRA Level 2 will work closely with other master and doctoral trained biostatisticians. Over time, this individual is expected to work more independently and on more advanced data management and analytical challenges. The desire to learn continuously and try new approaches are key features of a PRA Level 2. The incumbent will be part of a multi-disciplinary team under the leadership of Dr. Katherine James. The incumbent will work closely with faculty and staff within the Centers for Health Work and Environment and the Community Epidemiology and Program Evaluation Group (CEPEG) within the broader CU Anschutz community.
Key Responsibilities:
This position will provide analytic and data science and management support for projects in both CHWE and CEPEG. Examples of work performed can include:
- Independently implement data management systems such as merging, cleaning, querying, and quality checks of complex and messy data from various platforms.
- Independently develop and conduct statistical analysis plans for a variety of tobacco, marijuana and occupational health projects.
- Independently conduct literature reviews on various topics related to tobacco, marijuana and occupational health.
- Weighting and sampling design for survey data collection.
- Preparation of statistical methods and results sections of publishable quality.
- Analysis of program data for integrating with program evaluation and improving program design.
- Prepare and deliver research presentations, documents, and monthly progress reports.
- Assist with preparing grant applications, grant renewals and performance reviews.
- Communicate in written and verbal forms to statisticians and non- statisticians.
Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of at least 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings and research activities.
Why Join Us:
The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top-tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region’s health and well-being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master’s concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.
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% 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
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Biostatisics or related area.
- 1-2 years of relevant experience.
- Introductory coursework in statistics and/or epidemiology.
- A Master’s degree or a current Master’s student in Biostatistics or related area of graduate level training at the start date of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully contribute to the data management and analysis of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with survey design, weighted data, sampling methods.
- Demonstrated knowledge of tobacco, marijuana and occupational health principles.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience with management of large data sets, quality control, and data manipulation techniques using SAS or R.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience of basic statistical analysis principles relevant in tobacco, marijuana and occupational health research and their application using statistical software (e.g., SAS or R).
- Ability to analyze and solve complex data problems.
- Competency with REDCap and other relational databases.
- Experience creating databases from multiple data sources.
- Experience with linkage of datasets.
- Familiarity with datasets collected for the purposes of studying tobacco, marijuana and occupational health.
- Good organizational skills across multiple projects, managing own workload, self-directed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Positive attitude and the ability to work with a variety of investigators and colleagues.
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary).
- Curriculum vitae / Resume.
- Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 2/10/25.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $50,410 -$ 66,910.
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
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@ucdenver.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.
Research Faculty
Job Category
Faculty
Primary Location
Aurora
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Jan 28, 2025
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Posting Contact Name
Kathy James
Posting Contact Email
Kathy.James@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number
00831573
Salary : $50,410 - $66,910
