Human Development and Family Studies Employment Opportunities in Human Development and Family Studies

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Position Location | La Plata and Montezuma County, CO

Proposed Annual Salary Range | $44,000 – $60,000

Employee Benefits | Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Position Summary | Researchers in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at CSU and Extension agents in La Plata County and Montezuma County are partnering to carry out family and adolescent programming in Southwest Colorado. This team is looking for a research associate who would serve as a site coordinator for grant-funded studies on family and adolescent health promotion, including work that seeks to support the mental health of youth and families and prevent chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. The site coordinator’s position will involve carrying out day-to-day operations for intervention programming delivered in Southwest Colorado-area community settings for adolescents and their families. Interventions include mental health components (e.g., mindfulness-based intervention) and/or health behavior change components (e.g., exercise training, cooking/nutrition instruction, parent education). Some intervention elements are family-inclusive and some are centered on adolescents. Responsibilities include recruitment of participants, conducting consent/assent with youth and families, scheduling and reminder calls, collecting assessments to evaluate programming (such as continuous glucose monitoring, physical activity via actigraphy, blood pressure, body composition, as well as interviews, focus groups, and surveys), and data management. There will be opportunities for participation in contributing to conference presentations, paper-writing, and grant submissions. The research associate will join an inter-disciplinary team of psychologists, Extension agents, research associates, graduate students, and undergraduate students. Research associates have opportunities to build and advance a career in this position as a clinical science professional specializing in family and adolescent health interventions and community-engaged program delivery and evaluation.

Required Job Qualifications

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Prior experience working with adolescents is preferred.
• A minimum of a two-year commitment is requested.
• Fluent in oral and written Spanish.

Diversity Statement |Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

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Position Location | Fort Collins, CO

Proposed Annual Salary Range | $40,000-$70,000

Employee Benefits | Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Position Summary | The Department of Human Development and Family Studies, HDFS, seeks applications throughout the year from individuals who are interested in obtaining a temporary (i.e., time-limited) research position.

These positions include interaction with the Principal Investigator as well as other research assistants. These individuals will be part of a team of researchers completing a federally funded research project and will have a broad range of responsibilities which may include but are not limited to:
1. General lab organization and ordering of supplies.
2. Management of records associated with compliance with Human or Animal Institutional Review Board protocols and guidelines.
3. Recruitment, screening, and testing of human volunteers ranging from 0-95 years of age.
4. Exercise testing and training of human volunteers.
5. Survey testing of human participants.
6. Data collection and subsequent analysis using custom computer programs.
7. Data entry and management of electronic data records.
8. Statistical analysis.
9. Training other personnel in data collection and analysis.
10. Supervision of the activities of undergraduate and graduate student research assistants.
11. Handling of tissue/blood samples.
12. Participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate.
13. Write reports, check documentation, maintain inventory, maintain critical data, insure compliance with grant criteria, supervise administrative support staff.

Required Job Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree that reflects training in Human Development and Family Studies, Nutrition, Health and Exercise Science, Public Health, or related field.

Preferred Job Qualifications
– Master’s degree preferred.
– Prior research experience and training with human subjects.
– Strong organizational skills.
– Experience in observational research, surveys and questionnaires preferred.
– Other research experience with data collection and analysis, familiarity with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and a statistical software package preferred.
– Prior experience in the day-to-day organization of research projects, including recruitment of and contact with study participants, coordination of data collection activities, and data management.

Diversity Statement | Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank)- Pediatric Endocrinology – 26334

Description

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

• School of Medicine | Department of Pediatrics | Section of Endocrinology
• Official Title: Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank)
• Working Title: Clinical Sciences Professional (Open Rank)
• Position #00798103 – Requisition #26334

* 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.

The University of Colorado 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.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals – UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital Colorado – that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The School of Medicine’s Department of Pediatrics, Section Endocrinology has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Research Services Clinical Science Professional (Open Rank) position.

Jobs in the Research Services career family provide direct professional support of research activities. Functions include contracts and grants solicitation and administration, grant/agreement preparation, review and negotiation, regulatory compliance, sponsor communication and post and pre award management, human subject compliance, research animal management, research laboratory coordination and instruction, environmental health and safety, radiation control, hazardous materials use, disposal and training.

Professionals at all levels are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involves creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field.

At the intermediate level, duties are less limited in scope and are performed independently with occasional guidance and direction from other professionals. At the senior level, work is performed fully independently.

Nature of Work

Clinical Science Professionals perform clinical research related functions which may include patient-oriented research or research conducted with human subjects. Patient-oriented research includes mechanisms of human disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, or development of new technologies. Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research and health services research. Some Assignments will not move beyond this level.

This position will coordinate clinical research studies for the Depression and Insulin Sensitivity in Adolescents study and the Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Depression and Insulin Resistance in Adolescents at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes study at Children’s Hospital Colorado.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position with duties involving the coordination of single and multisite studies designed to evaluate behavioral interventions for depression and type 2 diabetes prevention in adolescents. Funding is guaranteed for one year with possibility for extension beyond this period. This position involves participant recruitment, facilitating study visits, data management, development and oversight of multisite protocols, regulatory affairs, and excellent interpersonal skills with both colleagues and patient families. The ideal candidate will be self-directed, adaptable, and have enthusiasm for pediatric research, adolescents, and medical/health psychology.

Examples of Duties Performed

Intermediate Level:

• Assist with and oversee the day to day operations of clinical trials and studies
• Obtain study subject’s medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial
• Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
• Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
• Adhere to research regulatory standards
• Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
  Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities
• Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order
• Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
• Independently perform study related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
• Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
• Act as a Primary Coordinator on multiple trials/studies
• Assist and train junior team members

Senior Level, all of the above and:

• Assist with developing or develops protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Case Report Forms (CRFs). Maintains subject level documentation and prepares documents, equipment and/or supplies
• Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and shares results with leadership
• Collect information to determine feasibility, recruitment and retention strategies.
• Employ, evaluate and assist with the implementation of innovative solutions to maximize recruitment and retention
• Serve as a resource and participate in study initiation and close out duties

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

All Levels:

• Complete and submit IRB applications, amendments, and continuing reviews
• Create and maintain study regulatory documents, including regulatory binder and manual of operating procedures, and create/modify study standard operating procedures
• Build data collection tools in REDCap
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of relevant study protocols
• Train and onboard study personnel at other sites and ensure regulatory compliance
• Communicate with study personnel at other sites, including phone, email, and video conferencing
• Conduct site audits and data quality control across multiple enrollment sites
• Help prepare study progress summaries for sponsors, independent site monitor for clinical trials, and independent monitoring committee
• Basic descriptive data analytics
• Excellent and prompt communication with both parents/participants and study team

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Entry:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis
• One (1) year clinical research or related experience

Senior Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis
•  Two (2) years clinical research or related experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

All Levels:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
• Two (2) to three (3) years of clinical research or related experience
• Experience working with REDCap, Epic, and/or statistical software
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
• Experience with pediatric research and/or psychology/neuroscience
• Experience with multisite clinical trials
• Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to work with adolescents with obesity, depression, and prediabetes

Salary and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at the following:

Entry Level: $44,403-$56,481

Intermediate Level: $48,321-$61,464

Senior Level: $52,239-$66,448

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

Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: 1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of three to five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline: Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Job Category: Research Services

Primary Location: Aurora

Department: U0001 — DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS – 20971 – SOM-PEDS Endocrinology-GenOps

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Jul 29, 2022

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Lauren Shomaker

Posting Contact Email: lauren.shomaker@childrenscolorado.org

Position Number: 00798103

The Cognition and Health Analytics lab in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies is looking for an undergraduate research assistant to help with data coding for a study on the effects of pollution exposure on cognition and mental health in adults. The project is a multi-university, multi-country collaboration (CSU, U. Manchester, and U. Oxford) and an opportunity to connect with and learn from prominent researchers studying cognition and healthy longevity. Students who are interested in gaining experience working with big data are especially encouraged to apply, although all are welcome. This is an exciting and fast-moving project!

Duties: Cross-reference occupational codes with heavy-metal exposure risk in a database of 6200 adults from the United Kingdom. Perform “data sleuthing” of UK databases to determine historical pollution exposures (air quality, lead plumbing, etc.) in over 1000 cities. Perform basic statistical analyses to summarize outcomes (with guidance from Dr. Aichele).

Minimum requirements: Dependable, detail-oriented students with an interest in environmental psychology and healthy aging. 1-semester commitment (2 preferred).

Research assistant positions open: 2

Contact Information: Dr. Stephen Aichele (Ā-shell): stephen.aichele@colostate.edu

Application Instructions: Email the contact for this project. Include your name, major, year, and the amount of time per week you are able to commit to this work. Please also include a brief note about your interest in this particular project.

Application Deadline: rolling

Become a research assistant (RA) at the Center for Family and Couple Therapy (CFCT).

Are you interested in…

• Therapeutic methods?
• Group Therapy?
• Family, Couple, and Individual Therapy?
• How a therapy center is run?
• Making connections with faculty and students?

Earn Upper Division Credit

• 2-3 credits per semester (6-9 hours per week)

• Talk to your adviser about registering for HDFS 498A or 498B

Gain Experience

Serving as receptionist during busy therapy nights, an RA can expect to conduct phone intakes, direct clients to the waiting area, and relay messages to therapists. Other tasks at the CFCT include auditing, connecting with community partners, prepping materials for therapists, and upkeep of the CFCT. Additional responsibilities may arise as needed.

Make Connections

Get to know Marriage and Family Therapists and where their passions lie. This is a great opportunity to learn about career focus areas and network with graduate students, supervisors, and faculty.

Learn the Business Behind Running the CFCT

As an RA, you will be trained in the center policies relevant to conducting intakes, managing cancellations, quoting fees for service, and auditing client files. You will learn about the services offered in the clinic and the community partnerships that exist.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume to cfct@colostate.edu by December 1st. When you submit your resume, you will be contacted by a Center Coordinator at the CFCT to answer questions and schedule an interview.