Open Rank Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine's Department of Emergency Medicine has an exciting opening for a full-time Emergency Medicine Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist to serve as an investigator within a multi-disciplinary research program.

The Department of Emergency Medicine conducts research in areas such as trauma, injury prevention, opioid misuse, critical care, mental health, pharmacogenomics, toxicology, global health, and healthcare policy. The Department values team members who are eager to pursue further training and growth as a researcher and professional. The successful applicant will have a passion for research, enjoy and excel in the sharing of knowledge and life-long learning, and have a desire to work in a collaborative and driven pool of talented co-workers.

The Department of Emergency Medicine is excited to recruit a doctoral-level, quantitatively-oriented, highly-motivated researcher to contribute to clinical and epidemiologic research focused on injury prevention and emergency care research. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of physiology and clinical study design. This position will play a key role, as a research investigator, within the Goldberg lab research team as well as our growing portfolio of learning health system related research. The researcher in this position will be appointed to, and build a career in, the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado.

THE RESEARCH LAB AND FIELD

The Goldberg lab conducts innovative, collaborative, federally-funded research, predominantly in emergency care and community settings. A variety of rigorous observational and interventional methodologies are used to fill contemporary clinical knowledge gaps. The Goldberg lab seeks to generate high quality evidence to enhance screening for fall risk, fall risk awareness, and falls prevention, with a special focus on improving patient outcomes in the emergency department and in the community. The Goldberg lab has a track record of NIH and Health & Human Services funding, including dozens of published peer-reviewed manuscripts and scientific presentations. Our research also deliberately seeks to fill clinical and scientific gaps in emergency care research and public health.

NATURE OF WORK:

This full-time (1.0 FTE) position will serve as an investigator at the rank of Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist and will collaborate with study colleagues at all levels of the organization. The position is non-clinical and suitable for any doctoral level applicant with relevant training and expertise. This position will work both independently and in close collaboration with the Principal Investigator, Dr. Elizabeth Goldberg, MD, ScM, as well as collaborators and research staff in the Department of Emergency Medicine.

As a co-investigator the main duties and responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to the following:

Develop and maintain content expertise:

* Understand the content area of falls prevention, emergency care research, and relevant health services literature

* Understand the state of science and scientific gaps in emergency care

Conceive, design, implement, and complete research projects:

* Formulate project-specific research questions alongside the PIs in alignment with lab focus areas and partner needs

* Alongside the PIs, select appropriate study methodologies, design, and plan research studies with the research team

* Seek and build relationships with relevant external experts, if and when needed e.g., biostatisticians, technical consultants, content experts

* Supervise and lead the management of data and the analytics team to analyze data to answer questions

* Lead troubleshooting and resolution of operational, administrative, regulatory, and/or scientific issues if and as they may occur

Perform scientific and technical writing, and deliver presentations:

* Co-lead the drafting and submission of research grants to federal and non-federal sponsors

* Co-lead the writing and submission of regulatory and human subjects' documents e.g., data share agreements, ethics documents, study protocols, etc.

* Co-lead writing of scientific abstracts, Technical and scientific reports, documents or presentations for stakeholder meetings, peer reviewed manuscripts.

* Deliver or co-deliver presentations to diverse audiences

* Updating relevant sections of existing research documents (e.g. protocols)

* Work closely alongside the principal and co-investigators to accomplish the lab's program of work and provide leadership:

o Help shape the vision and future program of work of the Goldberg lab

o Serve as a mentor and teacher to learners and junior team members, including:

* Research services professionals

* Fellows (e.g., research, global health)

* Resident physicians

* Masters students

* Post-doctoral personnel

Travel to study sites when needed to conduct assessments and build relationships:

* Local and regional travel is required to meet or present to key partners.

* Participate as a member of the Department of Emergency Medicine's research faculty

* Other research-relevant duties as assigned to promote the mission and vision of the Department of Emergency Medicine

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is dedicated to delivering superlative patient care, providing an environment where training and education thrive and innovation and discovery are fostered.

The Department of Emergency Medicine is based at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora Colorado. The campus is a state of the art medical campus home to the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, the Colorado School of Public Health; as well as the University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado both of which serve as major training sites for the Denver Health Residency in Emergency Medicine.

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.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Research Scientist:

* Doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, MD, DO, MBChB, DrPH, ScD, DNP, DPT)

* 3 years' experience with human subjects research in an acute care related field

* Basic understanding of human physiology

* Peer-reviewed scientific publications in health journals (at least one first or co-author paper)

* Experience preparing and submitting grants

* Team science experience (i.e., worked in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research team)

Senior Research Scientist:

* Doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, MD, DO, MBChB, DrPH, ScD, DNP, DPT)

* 5 years' experience with human subjects research in an acute care related field

* Basic understanding of human physiology

* Peer-reviewed scientific publications in health journals (at least one first or co-author paper)

* Experience preparing and submitting grants

* Team science experience (i.e., worked in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research team)

Preferred Qualifications:

* Research in a clinical setting (e.g., emergency room, ICU, rehabilitation clinic, physiology clinic, etc.)

* Experience in emergency medicine, critical care, injury, and/or trauma

* Demonstrated ability to lead a research team and execute projects

* Post-doctoral fellowship training, especially with external grant-writing experience

* Interest in health services, resource-poor settings, high-risk populations, disadvantaged populations, and geriatric populations

* Statistics training and experience at intermediate level (e.g., can develop and run own multivariable regression models, time-series analyses, and survival plots, etc.)

* Experience with design or analysis in clinical trials

* Experience conducting epidemiology or research with large or complex datasets

* Presentation at national or international scientific meetings (oral preferred over posters)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Efficient and hardworking approach

* Ability to think creatively, adapt quickly, and work independently

* Independent problem-solving is a critical aspect of the role

* Independent judgement and self-directed work capabilities

* Excellent scientific and technical writing skills

* Clear and highly articulate verbal communication skills

* Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills

* Excellent team player, collaborator, and contributor to the larger goals of the research from an operational level

* Impeccable attention to detail is a critical part of this position

* Dedication to professional development and life-long learning

* Ability to prioritize and handle multiple and competing deadlines

* Exercise cultural sensitivity, awareness, and competency at all times

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: EMED Human Resources, emed.humanresources@cudenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 7, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Research Scientist: $90,000 to $100,000

Senior Research Scientist: $100,000 to $110,000

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (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@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.