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UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO

Anschutz Medical Campus

 

Colorado School of Public Health

Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center (RMPRC)

 

Sr. Professional Research Assistant (Sr. PRA)

 

 

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The University of Colorado l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds. 

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

 

Nature of WorkThe Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center (RMPRC) in the Colorado School of Public Health at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus has an opening for a full-time, 1.0 FTE, Sr. Professional Research Assistant (Sr. PRA). The ColoradoSPH strives to promote diversity and equity and to be a model of inclusive excellence.  We are committed to enhancing diversity among our faculty and strongly encourages individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.  The RMPRC’s mission is to enhance the health and well-being of children and their families living in CO. 

The Sr. PRA will work on the research and evaluation of the T2LH mobile health (mHealth) program, which aims to promote healthy eating and physical activity in various underserved residents throughout the Rocky Mountain region and other areas of the US, including low-income Spanish and English-speaking parents, older adults, refugees, and various Native American populations. The primary responsibilities of this Sr. PRA position will be to pull and analyze data for approximately 6 different T2LH campaigns; produce quarterly and annual reports; create and implement a process evaluation plan; oversee the survey data collection for a longitudinal study of T2LH; and collect and analyze qualitative interview data.

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 wellbeing. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Denver, CSU and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides training, innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, and costly injuries.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado, the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region and one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. Currently home to 25,000 employees, more than 5,000 degree-seeking students and two nationally recognized hospitals that handle 1.7 million patient visits each year, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future, carries out a broad range of research, and cares for the state’s children, adults, and veterans. CU Anschutz features schools of medicine, pharmacy, dental medicine and public health, a college of nursing and a graduate school.

CU Anschutz has many opportunities for collaboration across the health sciences, with multidisciplinary centers for prevention research, Latino research and policy, cancer, outcomes research, and American Indian/Alaska Native health, among others. CU Anschutz is located in Aurora, Colorado, a community that is racially/ethnically and socio-economically diverse. 

 

Supervision ReceivedThe PRA will be supervised by Dr. Jini Puma, the RMPRC Associate Director and T2LH Principal Investigator.

 

Supervision Exercised

This position may supervise PRAs and Students.

 

Examples of Work Performed

This PRA position will coordinate the T2LH program.

20% of the duties will be administrative:

Coordinate T2LH staff and weekly meetingsMonitor messages for programming and partnersTake notes and summarize recommendations to T2LH partners and PI to ensure adaptation of T2LH to be more intentional about impacting other areas of development in children.Recruitment of partners to continue to grow the T2LH programRecruitment of participants.

80% of the duties will be research related:

Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data related to the T2LH programEvaluate systems and monitor processes and efficiencies meeting the guidelines to ensure fidelity of the program and messagesCreate and implement a process evaluation planSubmit and maintain applications to the Colorado Multiple Institutional Review Board (COMIRB)Develop publications related to research project findings  Summarizing and preparing research quarterly and annual reports to funders and to be disseminated using various platforms; newsletters, website, training, programs, etc.Produce academic journal articles featuring results

Attend the RMPRC Data Analysis Group (DAG) meetingsMember of School Wellness evaluation teamWrite grants to fund T2LH program and research/evaluation, as needed

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent oral and written communicationAbility to interact with diverse populationsQualitative and quantitative research methods and program evaluation expertiseStrong interpersonal skillsAttention to detailOutstanding organizational skillsHigh level of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, and OutlookStrong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to be culturally responsive and exercise cultural humility while communicating appropriately and effectively with diverse audiencesDemonstrated commitment to promoting health equity and/or health justice.

 

Salary and BenefitsThe salary range for this position has been established at $55,000 to $ 65,000. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, rank, internal equity, experience, education, and area of expertise. The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at https://www.cu.edu/employee-services.

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. 

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Excellence

The ColoradoSPH aims to build a diverse and representative academic community that recognizes the importance of social, economic, health, and environmental justice. We strive to promote equity, diversity, and to be a model of inclusive excellence.  As a tri-campus partnership, ColoradoSPH stands with academic, practice, and community partners nationwide to condemn racism, injustice, and inequity.

Please click here to learn more about our equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment statement and plan to dismantle structural racism:   https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/about-us/diversity-inclusive-excellence.

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

Click the following links to learn more about resources and community engagement opportunities at CU Anschutz through the following networks:

LGBTQ+ Hub: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/diversity-equity-inclusion-community/cu-anschutz-lgbtq-hubDiversity and Health Equity Hub: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/diversity-equity-inclusion-community/trainings-workshopsCommunity Engagement-North Aurora: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/diversity-equity-inclusion-community/community-engagementThe Office of Disability, Access, & Inclusion: https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/office-of-disability-access-and-inclusion.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in public health, business, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Conditions of Employment

Must possess and maintain current valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, satisfactory driving record, and personal automobile liability insurance. Must be willing and able to drive own vehicle for work (state mileage reimbursement available.)Must be able to have a flexible schedule including occasional weekends, evenings, before school starts and after school ends. Must have and use a personal data phone for daily use.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with research and program evaluation experience, especially in public health.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jan 10, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing