Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

University of Colorado Cancer Center

Cancer Clinical Trials Office (CCTO)

Official Title: Research Services Professional (Entry, Intermediate, Senior)

Working Title: Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist (I, II and III)

Position #00669427 Requisition #23063

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
• Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.
• Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

This position can be primarily remote

The University of Colorado (CU) Cancer Center headquartered at the Anschutz Medical Campus and part of the CU School of Medicine. It is Colorado’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, a distinction recognizing its outstanding contributions to research, clinical trials, prevention and cancer control. CU Cancer Center’s clinical care sites are UCHealth, University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital Colorado are ranked nationally by U.S. News and World Report.

The CU Cancer Center is a member of the prestigious National Comprehensive Cancer Network®, an alliance of the nation’s leading cancer centers working to establish and deliver the gold standard in cancer clinical guidelines. CU Cancer Center also is a member of the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network (ORIEN), a unique research partnership among North America’s top cancer centers leveraging multiple data sources and matching patients to targeted treatments. CU Cancer Center includes six institutional partners made up of approximately 300 researchers and physicians at three state universities and three healthcare delivery institutions.

The CU Cancer Center’s vision is to “prevent and conquer cancer. Together.” We do this through our mission statement of “uniting our community to overcome cancer through innovation, discovery, prevention, early detection, multidisciplinary care and education.”

The Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist in Finance provides full service clinical trial post award management. This position requires discretion, analytical skill & personal responsibility to be successful. We’ll teach you how to identify, research, collaborate and creativity solve a wide variety of post award adjustments in a changing environment while remaining within system, institutional and state policies.  This position works with sponsors, clinic staff and faculty members. This position must have the ability to understand a Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA) and oncology clinical trial protocols. The Clinical Research Post Award Specialist is responsible for all financial obligations for assigned clinical trial activity. Transferring revenue through journal entry as indicated by budgets/contracts. Monitoring, identifying, researching and reconciling protocol post processing based on patient activity. Identifying, reconciling and deactivating Speedtypes upon IRB closure.  This position performs oncology clinical trial start up and amendment contract and award term reviews prior to submission for trial opening.

In addition to working closely with university personnel, this position communicates regularly with pharmaceutical company representatives. This position has financial oversight and is responsible for the advancement of oncology clinical trial contracts and amendments sponsored by industry, co-operative groups, federal grants/contracts and investigator initiated clinical trials.

If you meet the minimum qualifications and you want a career path supporting cancer research, this may be the job for you.  Can you work independently and with workplace flexibility? Do you want to be part of a team, receive hands-on training and a friendly learning environment?  If the answer is yes, we will train the right person. If that’s you, don’t be afraid to apply!

Specific Examples of Work Performed (All Levels):

• Complete Pre-Award reviews to financials match Clinical Trial Agreement
• Complete clinical trial set ups which include financial parameters
• Process patient travel reimbursements
• Process and invoice sponsors according to budget & Clinical Trial Agreement
• Mange milestone payments
• Manage cash balances
• Manage clinical trial fees:
• startup
• regulatory
• pharmacy
• amendment
• annual
• Institutional Review Board (IRB)

Look for patient activity data errors

Reconcile assigned protocols quarterly

Process no-cost extensions and inactivations

Manage Principal Investigator funds

Attend weekly Post Award team meetings

Attend monthly all Cancer Center clinical trial meetings

Attend all ad hoc meetings as requested

Other duties as assigned

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position has been established at $50,000 to $52,250 and is commensurate with skills and experience.    

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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 is not  eligible for overtime compensation.

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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

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.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist I (Entry)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, business administration, healthcare or other related field.
• One (1) year of professional experience working in any budget, finance or clinical related position.

Substitutions: Related experience in budget, finance, business administration or clinical field may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with oncology clinical trials
• One (1) or more years of experience working in a clinical or clinical research setting
• Six (6) months or more experience reading and understanding clinical research protocols, specifically oncology is preferred.
• One (1) year in financial role

Minimum Qualifications for Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist II (Intermediate)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, business administration, healthcare or other related field.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working in oncology clinical research post-award.

Substitutions: Related experience in budget, finance, business administration or a clinical field may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Additional Duties for Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist II:

• Backup coverage for other Post Award Specialists
• Attends policy and procedure meetings as assigned
• Assist the Post-Award Manager with training
• Updating documents and checklist as needed
• Implementing process improvements as directed
• Participates in departmental workgroups as needed

Minimum Qualifications for Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist III (Senior)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, business administration, healthcare or other related field.
Four (4) years of clinical research or project Pre/Post award experience

Substitutions: Related experience in budget, finance, business administration or clinical field may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Additional Duties for Oncology Clinical Trial Post Award Specialist III:

• Identify process improvement opportunities
• Works collaboratively across teams
• Train level I Post Award specialist

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand contracts
• Ability to work across different departments
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Critical thinking
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Basic knowledge of debits/credits and general accounting

Job Category: Research Services
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 1, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing