Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department:
Department of Ophthalmology

Job Title:

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator Position #:  

- Requisition #38236

Job Summary:

The Department of Ophthalmology participates in multiple sponsored and investigator‑initiated clinical trials for diseases and disorders of the eye. Our involvement in a wide variety of studies—including surveys, observational, interventional, device and drug trials—contributes valuable knowledge for the ophthalmic community at large.

• Grade retinal images for image biomarkers
• Mark retinal images to develop artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms for image biomarkers
• Confirm and adjust AI‑detection of image biomarkers
• Review patient charts and images for progression of age‑related macular degeneration
• Perform baseline and longitudinal retinal imaging grades for qualitative and quantitative image biomarkers
• Adjudicate phenotyping of age‑related macular degeneration stage
• Assist in analysis and writing of research manuscripts related to age‑related macular degeneration
• Assist with and oversee day‑to‑day operations of studies
• Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
• Adhere to research regulatory standards
• Assist and train junior team members
• Assist with developing protocol‑specific systems and documents—including process flows, training manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and case report forms (CRFs). Maintain subject‑level documentation and prepare documents, equipment, and supplies
• Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and share 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

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

The Department of Ophthalmology is housed in the Sue Anschutz‑Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This state‑of‑the‑art facility is one of the largest eye centers in the country and serves not only patients in the Rocky Mountain region but also patients all over the world.

The technological innovations conceived and developed by departmental faculty have changed the practice of eye care throughout the world. Our educational programs train the next generation of leaders in ophthalmology. Our specialists have developed national and international reputations for excellence in routine and complex ophthalmic care. We have invested heavily in tracking our clinical outcomes and we are proud that our clinicians perform at the highest levels in their respective fields.

The mission of the Department of Ophthalmology is to be a nationally recognized department of ophthalmology by providing exemplary patient care founded on educational leadership, innovative research, and high ethical standards.

• 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.

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

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field
• Three (3) years of clinical research or related experience
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g., EMR or EHR and data management systems)
• Background understanding of age‑related macular degeneration including prior research in this…