Job Summary:

The Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center (RMPRC) in the Colorado School of Public Health at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus has an opening for a full-time Professional Research Assistant (PRA) in the Denver area. The RMPRC’s mission is to enhance the health and well-being of children and their families living in CO. The ColoradoSPH strives to promote diversity and equity and to be a model of inclusive excellence. We are committed to enhancing diversity among our faculty and strongly encourages individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

The PRA will work on the RMPRC project entitled “Well-being of the ECE Workforce in Low-resourced Locations” (WELL) program. Specifically, the PRA will help implement the intervention and participate in data collection efforts. The primary goals of the WELL study are to investigate factors that are most associated with worker well-being in early childhood education (ECE) settings and then to implement and evaluate the WELL program in ECE centers throughout the state.

Supervision Received

The PRA will be supervised by Ms. Diane Brogden, Senior PRA for the WELL program.

Supervision Exercised

This position does not supervise any employees.

Examples of Work Preformed

For the WELL study, the PRA will be expected to spend time doing the following study-related activities:

• 20% of the duties will be administrative:
  • Participate in steering committee meetings and weekly research team meetings.
  • Take notes and summarize meetings with Head Start ECE centers.
  • Log travel and track study-related purchases
  • Data input in several databases (e.g., Microsoft Teams, REDCap).
  • Receipt and mileage processes and guidelines
  • Other administrative duties
• 80% of the duties will be research-related:
  • Implement all key components of the WELL program with Head Start ECE centers.
  • Facilitate staff training and meetings with Head Start ECE centers.
  • Establish and maintain the partnerships with study participants and ECE center staff.
  • Build relationships with, and support ECE center staff using WELL strategies.
  • Aide in the collection of study-related quantitative and qualitative data
• Participate in all team meetings and contribute to the study team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region’s health and wellbeing. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Denver, CSU and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides training, innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, and costly injuries.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit:

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. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, public health, health and wellness, psychology, sociology, or a directly related field from an accredited institution (a combination of experience working in education or a school setting, non-profit or community organization, promotion field, and or a related field may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis)
• Experience in education or health-promotion settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and experience working with early childhood education settings, experience developing and maintaining collaborations/partnerships
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Two years of professional-level work experience

Conditions of Employment

• Must be willing to travel to different locations, this is eligible for state mileage reimbursement.
• Must be able to work before school starts and after school ends, staying within allotted hours per week.
• Must be able to comfortably lift 25 pounds and perform physical demands (loading and unloading items)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge working with early childhood education (ECE) settings and staff members.
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to interact with diverse populations and economically disadvantaged communities.
• Experience that demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational skills
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

How to Apply:

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

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

Questions should be directed to: Diane Brogden, diane.brogden@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 7, 2023.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$50,000 - $60,000

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.

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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:

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Accommodations may be granted for medical or religious reasons.

The University of Colorado 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.