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University of Colorado Senior Professional Research Assistant in Aurora, Colorado
Senior Professional Research Assistant - 25457 Research Faculty
Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
College of Nursing, National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education
Job Title: Senior Professional Research Assistant
Position #: 00674378
- Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
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.
College of Nursing has an opening for a part-time 0.50 FTE faculty position.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.
Position Summary:
The University of Colorado, College of Nursing has an opening for a Senior Professional Research Assistant to join the National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education. The successful candidate will support projects for Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards; Guidelines for Early Care and Education Programs (CFOC) and Achieving a State of Healthy Weight (ASHW).
The Senior Professional Research Assistant reports directly to the NRC director and works collaboratively with all NRC team members and other employees of the College of Nursing.
Responsibilities of the Position:
Duties:
Utilizing knowledge of advanced practice nurse, collaborate with national experts in creation, modification, and application of Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards; Guidelines for Early Care and Education Programs (CFOC).
-Evaluate and incorporate current literature related to national health and safety standards.
-Provide consultation to stakeholders in the National Centers and other National Organizations on matters of health and safety of children in early care and education programs.
-Develop new and maintain existing relationships with national Subject Matter Experts for revisions to the CFOC standards
-Establish and conduct process to identify the standards from CFOC that should be contained in Special Collections of standards as needed.
-Identify and update CFOC Basics to reflect critical revisions in CFOC standards.
-Mentor and support team members.
-Support development and delivery of webinars for the NCHBHS.
Apply knowledge of child care licensing regulations to support the project: Achieving a State of Healthy Weight (ASHW).
Participate in program evaluation and compiling periodic reports to NCHBHS.
Collaborate in joint/related projects with other federal programs as reviewer, evaluator, or participant.
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 in collaboration with human resources.
Salary and Benefits:
The hiring salary range for this position has been established at $24,500 to $34,700
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.
This position is eligible for overtime compensation
The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4570007&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness) .
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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.
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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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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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4570007&targetURL=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, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, 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.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4570007&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4570007&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in health, nursing, public health, education, or a closely related field
2 + years post master's degree professional experience in health-related settings
2 + years project management experience and/or data management
Experience with grant writing, as a research assistant, and with clinical research and/or policy research
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
5 + years of experience with scientific and/or technical writing, editing, and/or publishing
5 + years of experience with clinical/policy research projects
5 + years of experience working as a clinician with pediatric populations
Experience in working with pediatric obesity projects
Competencies:
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.
Demonstrated commitment to advance diversity and inclusion.
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Knowledge of child development, physiology, and pediatric wellness, illness, and obesity
Practical knowledge of early childhood health and safety risks and illness and injury prevention, especially in congregate care settings
Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe applications
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications are accepted electronically at CU Careers, refer to requisition ID: 25457 When applying, applicants must include: A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications A current Resume/CV The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three professional references, either attached to your resume/CV or uploaded as a separate document Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process. Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact. Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4570007&targetURL=CON.HR@ucdenver.edu) 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. Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified.
Job Category : Faculty
Primary Location : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20468 - CON-DEAN ADMINISTRATION
Schedule : Full-time
Posting Date : Aug 25, 2022
Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Katie Rowan Posting Contact Email: con.hr@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4570007&targetURL=con.hr@ucdenver.edu) Position Number: 00674378
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