Research Specialist - Hybrid

About the job

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Research Specialist - Hybrid to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

RADARS Contract

Hybrid Model - In-Office once per week, Wednesday or Thursday, remainder remote. 9:00am-3:30pm.

Job Summary

Under general supervision performs a variety of activities within the research department. Activities primarily support post-market drug safety and surveillance, public health, and epidemiological studies. Position may involve management of project(s) or portions of projects and management of assigned client profiles. This position is expected to be a subject matter expert.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as the subject matter expert for assigned projects, programs, and clients. (10%)
• Trains other staff on area(s) of expertise. (5%)
• Operationalizes research tasks. (5%)
• Manages small-scale projects and/or contribute to the management of large projects. (5%)
• Initiates troubleshooting and problem solving of project management issues in areas of expertise. (5%)
• Manages data collection processes. (5%)
• Develops literature searches including search terms, summary tools and process for summarization and reporting. (5%)
• Summarizes literature for internal reference purposes and for external deliverables. (5%)
• Assists in the development and management of research protocols and procedures. (5%)
• Initiates and prepares submission of IRB, FDA, and sponsor documents and reports. (5%)
• Manages development and review of reports and other deliverables. (5%)
• Assists in the translation of scientific results in the form of abstracts, papers, and presentations. (5%)
• Effectively communicates and collaborates with site partners and internally across departments. (5%)
• Develops and manages process documentation including work instructions and SOPs. (5%)
• Manages communication with clients, including contributing to proposals, and managing client relations. (5%)
• Prioritizes multiple tasks according to daily, weekly, quarterly, or annual deadlines. (5%)
• Supports the monitoring of budget and grant administration activities. (5%)
• Facilitates project and team meetings. (10%)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years related project management experience Required

Licenses:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• High attention to detail and ability to contribute to multiple projects effectively and independently.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, apply research methods, and conduct general research.
• Intermediate to expert proficiency in Microsoft produce suite.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheet and database programs in addition to other Microsoft Office products.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$65,100.00 - $94,400.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

*Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. *