Physician Assistant/Clinical Research/Colorado/Locum Tenens/Clinical Research Nurse Practitioner or Physician
Listed on 2026-02-04
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Nurse Practitioner
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:
Division of Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine
Job Title: Clinical Research Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Instructor)
Position # - Requisition #37799
Job Summary:
The full-time Clinical Research Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with the Infectious Diseases Clinical Trials Unit (IDCTU) will conduct clinical research coordination, care, and recruitment for HIV/AIDS and COVID-19 research studies under the research direction of Dr. Thomas Campbell and Dr. Kristine Erlandson.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as Sub-Investigator and Primary Coordinator on multiple clinical trials and ensure adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Independently performs study related processes, procedures and assessments as defined in the study protocols.
- Identify, recruit, and screen potential clinical trial participants to determine study eligibility.
- Coordinate and administer patient care in compliance with protocol requirements including administering investigational products.
- Independently review participants for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and ensure timely collection and documentation of study data.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
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 $705 million in research grants. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
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:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado
- Board certified or board eligible as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in clinical research and knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) guidelines is strongly preferred
- Two (2) or more years of clinical experience as an NP or PA
- Experience with infectious disease populations (e.g., HIV, HCV, COVID-19).
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
:
Knowledge and understanding of federal research regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
- Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical conditions and interpreting findings.
- Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
- Ability to attest to computer proficiency and learn new computer applications.
- 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):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY .edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to:
Nicola Haakonsen, Nicola.
Haakonsen
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 30 September 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING…
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