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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Research Program Manager

Position Number: 7099459
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Program Manager

Research Program Manager - 39678 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine, ACCORDS

Job Title: Research Program Manager

Position #:00846987 - Requisition #:39678

Job Summary:

The Adult and Child Center for Outcomes Research and Delivery Science (ACCORDS) has an opening for a full-time Research Program Manager. This position will work closely with ACCORDS leadership, the Center Director, faculty, and administrative teams to support the operational, administrative, and research activities of the Center. This role will work closely with the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine Outcomes Research Center.

In this full-time role, responsibilities include ensuring that all research projects and Center activities adhere to established timelines, comply fully with regulatory standards, maintain high standards of academic rigor and integrity, and remain within allocated budget limits. The Research Program Manager will work directly with the Center Director and faculty to carry out high-level administrative duties, allocate and supervise research staff, and support faculty and trainee investigators in obtaining and maintaining grant funding.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management - 25%

Supervise and mentor staff, including hiring, orientation, training, and performance evaluations.
Ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time by team members and partner organizations.
Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
Facilitate clear channels of communication between staff, faculty, and trainees throughout the Center.
Oversee resolution and/or mediation of personnel issues/conflicts.
Coordinate, communicate, and troubleshoot Center events (i.e., onboarding, learning opportunities, presentations, etc.), logistics, and execution.
Act as an important liaison between faculty, trainees, staff, external stakeholders, and Center leadership.
Closely develop, document, and monitor detailed project schedules, timeline, budgets, and resource requirements.
Delegate tasks as necessary and appropriate.

Grant & Research Activities - 25%

Oversee day-to-day research operations, ensuring smooth progress and adherence to project timelines.
Involvement in all stages of research on Center projects, including study design, planning, data collection and analysis, and dissemination of results.
Independently acquire a thorough understanding of study materials, including protocols, informed consent forms, and other essential documents for Center studies.
Develop and implement policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure adherence to research protocols.
Manage all necessary documentation for research activities, including IRB applications, recruitment, consent forms, and data management (e.g., building and auditing REDCap databases for accuracy).
Lead and participate in project start up and close out functions.
Work with Center Director to anticipate staffing needs and assign work.
Oversee Center resources and order supplies as needed.
Oversee pre- and post-award grants management.
Act as subject matter expert in qualitative and mixed methods research for the Center; serve as a mentor to faculty, trainees, and early career investigators in their pursuit of research activities, funding, and scholarly output.
Lead and supervise rigorous team-based qualitative/mixed methods data collection and analysis efforts, including training staff in various methodologies (e.g., survey development, interviewing, ethnography, focus groups).
Lead development and summarizing of qualitative/mixed methods study findings.

Strategic Planning & Development - 20%

Implementation of the Center's administrative, operational, and strategic priorities
Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to support research and development initiatives.
Work with Center Director to develop and manage the Center budget, including cost control and resource allocation.
Identify and implement new processes and methodologies to improve Center efficiency.
Assist the Cender Director in developing and maintaining educational and/or training programs.
Support and identify professional development activities for investigators and staff

Regulation & Compliance - 15%

Oversee development and submission of regulatory materials.
Ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements, including NIH, VA, IRB, University of Colorado and other relevant standards.
Participate in resolving regulatory issues and reporting adverse events.
Educate and train Center affiliates and staff on matters of federal and university research compliance.
Maintain regulatory binders in case of audits.

Communication & Reporting - 15%

Engage with academic departments, healthcare organizations, and community partners to maintain and enhance relationships and strengthen the academic profile of the Center.
Liaise with a variety of stakeholders including, but not limited to, Center/project sponsors, regulatory agents, and clinic/hospital staff.
Work with Center Director to develop and communicate goals and outcomes with a variety of stakeholders, such as quality metrics (e.g., grants and awards obtained, publications) and financial performance.
Communicate effectively with healthcare providers, institutional representatives, patients, research participants, and other stakeholders regarding Center activities and services.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2-3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

ACCORDS is a research center supporting the advancement of health services research and T3-T4 translational research jointly funded by the School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Colorado Research Institute. ACCORDS serves as the focal point for health care professionals, researchers, and analysts from across the Anschutz Medical Campus to foster multidisciplinary collaborations that bring together our campus' diverse skills and talents to pursue health services research and education. In addition, ACCORDS cultivates strong research and educational collaborations with external partners including the University of Colorado School of Public Health, Children's Hospital Colorado, Denver Health, Kaiser Permanente Colorado, UCHealth, as well as other health care delivery systems, community organizations, and state and local government agencies. ACCORDS has programs in Dissemination and Implementation Science, Patient-Centered Decision Making, Education, Community Engagement and Outreach, as well as methodological cores in Qualitative and Mixed Methods, Economic Analysis, Practice-Based Research Networks (PBRNs), Biostatistics for Health Services Research, and Mobile Health & Informatics. More detail on our research programs can be found on our website: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/accords.

About the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

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.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in public health, social/behavioral sciences, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
4-6 years of professional experience
- An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

A PhD or terminal degree in social/behavioral sciences, public health, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
Ten (10) years of qualitative and/or mixed methods research experience.
Five (5) years of health services research experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Curriculum vitae / Resume
Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Jordan.Thomas@CUAnschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 4/26/26

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

$70,446 - $89,607

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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

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@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado 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. 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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Research Services Primary Location
: Hybrid Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21628 - SOM-COHO CTR GENERALOPERATIONS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Apr 21, 2026 Unposting Date
: Apr 27, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Jordan Thomas Posting Contact Email: Jordan.Thomas@CUAnschutz.edu Position Number: 00846987

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39678&lang=en