Senior Professional Research Assistant
- Employer
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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NATURE OF WORKThe Colorado Integrated Food Safety Center of Excellence (Colorado CoE) is dedicated to improving foodborne illness surveillance and outbreak response in our 10-state region and nationwide. A collaboration between the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, the Colorado CoE provides assistance and training to state and local health departments to build their capacity to track and investigate foodborne disease. The Colorado CoE also conducts research aimed at identifying and implementing model practices for foodborne disease surveillance and outbreak detection and response. The Senior Professional Research Assistant will work with the CoE team at ColoradoSPH and CDPHE to coordinate CoE activities and conduct practice-based research projects on a variety of topics related to foodborne disease surveillance and outbreak detection and response.
SUPERVISION RECEIVEDDirect supervision by Ms. Alice White, Research Instructor, Department of Epidemiology
SUPERVISION EXERCISEDPosition will supervise ColoradoSPH graduate students, including practicum and capstone students and student hourly workers.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMEDWorking with members of the CoE team at ColoradoSPH and CDPHE, this position will: Conduct practice-based research (50%); coordinate CoE projects and training activities (30%); and support CoE reporting and communications (20%). Conduct practice-based research (50%): This position will conduct research on a variety of topics related surveillance and outbreak detection and response. Some projects use existing surveillance data to address important research questions and develop tools to improve the timeliness and efficiency of surveillance and outbreak investigations. Other projects implement and evaluate modified and innovative methods/approaches to surveillance and outbreak response that can improve workflow and help manage changing practices and an increasing workload. For example, an increasing caseload and interview burden was identified by states in our region as a major strain on resources, so we are working to evaluate the efficacy of online interviewing with our mHealth Project.Coordinate CoE projects and activities (30%): This position will help coordinate the Student Enteric Disease Interview Team. Established in March 2020, this interview team supports CDPHE and local public health agencies (LPHAs) who do not have the capacity to conduct routine enteric disease interviews during the COVID-19 response. The team is also providing surge capacity to the state and LPHAs in Nebraska and Wyoming. This position will also work with subject matter experts and staff at the Rocky Mountain Public Health Training Center to develop and deliver online trainings, tools, videos, and other resources to public health professionals. Support CoE reporting and communications (20%): This position will help compile and coordinate monthly reports to CDC; coordinate quarterly Regional Steering Committee meetings; and communicate with external partners using the CoE ListServ and the COE website.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESMust be able to work independently and have excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Experience with PowerPoint, Word, and SAS is required.
DOES THIS POSITION HAVE FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY?NoEmployees (other than Fiscal Managers, Fiscal Principals, and Officers) of the University involved in University fiscal transactions, such as initiating purchases, receiving cash or other negotiables, entering or reviewing transactions into the University’s Finance System, monitoring contractors, verifying compliance.
SALARY OR SALARY RANGE$55,000 to $65,000
Salary and Benefits: Salary iscommensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers afull benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, includingeligibility, is located at Employee Services. University ofColorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe andsecure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist inachieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees priorto their employment. The ImmigrationReform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility bedocumented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternativeformats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities. Yourtotal compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University ofColorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributionsthat add to your bottom line. Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.TotalCompensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation Diversityand Equity: Pleaseclick here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx The University of Colorado Denver | AnschutzMedical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse studentbody, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote aculture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. Weencourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilitiesand all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity andequality in education and employment.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster of Public Health, Master of Science or equivalent; At least 1-2 years of experience working in research or public health practice.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience working in a field related to foodborne disease, surveillance or outbreak investigations. Experience writing research protocols and manuscripts for publication in a peer reviewed journal.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 14, 2020
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Universityof Colorado – School of Public Health
Senior Professional Research Assistant The University of Colorado Denver l AnschutzMedical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating aninclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability toengage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.NATURE OF WORKThe Colorado Integrated Food Safety Center of Excellence (Colorado CoE) is dedicated to improving foodborne illness surveillance and outbreak response in our 10-state region and nationwide. A collaboration between the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, the Colorado CoE provides assistance and training to state and local health departments to build their capacity to track and investigate foodborne disease. The Colorado CoE also conducts research aimed at identifying and implementing model practices for foodborne disease surveillance and outbreak detection and response. The Senior Professional Research Assistant will work with the CoE team at ColoradoSPH and CDPHE to coordinate CoE activities and conduct practice-based research projects on a variety of topics related to foodborne disease surveillance and outbreak detection and response.
SUPERVISION RECEIVEDDirect supervision by Ms. Alice White, Research Instructor, Department of Epidemiology
SUPERVISION EXERCISEDPosition will supervise ColoradoSPH graduate students, including practicum and capstone students and student hourly workers.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMEDWorking with members of the CoE team at ColoradoSPH and CDPHE, this position will: Conduct practice-based research (50%); coordinate CoE projects and training activities (30%); and support CoE reporting and communications (20%). Conduct practice-based research (50%): This position will conduct research on a variety of topics related surveillance and outbreak detection and response. Some projects use existing surveillance data to address important research questions and develop tools to improve the timeliness and efficiency of surveillance and outbreak investigations. Other projects implement and evaluate modified and innovative methods/approaches to surveillance and outbreak response that can improve workflow and help manage changing practices and an increasing workload. For example, an increasing caseload and interview burden was identified by states in our region as a major strain on resources, so we are working to evaluate the efficacy of online interviewing with our mHealth Project.Coordinate CoE projects and activities (30%): This position will help coordinate the Student Enteric Disease Interview Team. Established in March 2020, this interview team supports CDPHE and local public health agencies (LPHAs) who do not have the capacity to conduct routine enteric disease interviews during the COVID-19 response. The team is also providing surge capacity to the state and LPHAs in Nebraska and Wyoming. This position will also work with subject matter experts and staff at the Rocky Mountain Public Health Training Center to develop and deliver online trainings, tools, videos, and other resources to public health professionals. Support CoE reporting and communications (20%): This position will help compile and coordinate monthly reports to CDC; coordinate quarterly Regional Steering Committee meetings; and communicate with external partners using the CoE ListServ and the COE website.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESMust be able to work independently and have excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Experience with PowerPoint, Word, and SAS is required.
DOES THIS POSITION HAVE FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY?NoEmployees (other than Fiscal Managers, Fiscal Principals, and Officers) of the University involved in University fiscal transactions, such as initiating purchases, receiving cash or other negotiables, entering or reviewing transactions into the University’s Finance System, monitoring contractors, verifying compliance.
SALARY OR SALARY RANGE$55,000 to $65,000
Salary and Benefits: Salary iscommensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers afull benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, includingeligibility, is located at Employee Services. University ofColorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe andsecure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist inachieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees priorto their employment. The ImmigrationReform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility bedocumented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternativeformats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities. Yourtotal compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University ofColorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributionsthat add to your bottom line. Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.TotalCompensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation Diversityand Equity: Pleaseclick here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx The University of Colorado Denver | AnschutzMedical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse studentbody, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote aculture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. Weencourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilitiesand all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity andequality in education and employment.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster of Public Health, Master of Science or equivalent; At least 1-2 years of experience working in research or public health practice.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience working in a field related to foodborne disease, surveillance or outbreak investigations. Experience writing research protocols and manuscripts for publication in a peer reviewed journal.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 14, 2020
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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