Research Associate

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Psychiatry has an opening for a Research Associate position in the Division of Addiction Science, Prevention, and Treatment.

We are a motivated team that conducts transdisciplinary research exploring factors linked with health and risk behavior in regard to substance use. We seek a full-time Research Associate to contribute to NIH-funded grants on cannabis, opioids, alcohol, and health research. Candidates should possess a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral genetics, or other related discipline. This position is well suited for a recent graduate gaining experience for their research career in psychology, neuroscience, translational human subjects research, or other biomedical research.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Research Associate will be working on NIH-funded projects related to cannabis, opioid use, pain, alcohol, and health research. This individual will be responsible for coordinating with the PI to manage the collection of behavioral and biological data and working to assure data quality control. Specifically, it is expected that this individual will play a lead role in analyzing data, preparing data for presentation at professional conferences, and assisting with submitting manuscripts for publication.
• Additional duties will include supervising junior research staff, preparing grant submissions, and providing general direction for the research lab. The individual must be capable of working effectively and respectfully with participants who have diagnosed substance use disorders and a variety of backgrounds, lifestyles, and personalities.
• 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.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1-3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

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 www.cuanschutz.edu.

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.

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.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado 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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• PhD in psychology, neuroscience, genetics, life sciences, physiology, or other related field.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the genetic and molecular underpinnings of substance abuse.
• Training in neuroimaging modalities and analyses.
• Experience handling biohazardous materials such as human blood, stool, and saliva samples.
• Wet lab experience (extraction of peripheral blood mononuclear cells from whole blood, qPCR, real time PCR, sandwich and bead-based ELISA, flow cytometry).
• Highly proficient in R, SAS, or comparable statistical software.
• REDCap project design and management.
• Experience running research protocols with human participants.
• Thorough understanding of core health science concepts.
• Outstanding empirical writing skills.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior staff and students.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statements

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students.
• Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion practices or has knowledge and understands cultural differences.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Knowledge regarding clinical research regulations and principles of ethical conduct.
• A demonstrated ability to organize and complete complex projects and to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Ability to work collaboratively with study staff, principal investigators, and other laboratories.

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 address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Quinton Powell quinton.washingtonpowell@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until February 5, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

PhD and/or PsyD Research Associate: $70,000-90,000

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 unless it is non-exempt.

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.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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@ucdenver.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.