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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Bilingual Research Specialist

Position Number: 6645594
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Bilingual Research Specialist

Bilingual Research Specialist - 37994 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Colorado School of Public Health | Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity & Diabetes (LEAD) Center

Bilingual Research Specialist
Position #: 811256 - Requisition #: 37994

Job Summary:

Join the Colorado School of Public Health as a Bilingual Research Specialist (Open Rank Research Services Entry - Intermediate Professional). This position is a key member of the school's Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity & Diabetes (LEAD) Center that will support the daily operational tasks of the ECHO Microbiome Study, including scheduling and conducting study visits, coordinating and processing biospecimen collections, administering surveys, performing data entry, and carrying out quality assurance activities.

The research specialist will work as part of a collaborative research team at the LEAD Center clinic on the Anschutz Medical Campus. Please note that bilingual English and Spanish speaking is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Collect physical measurements and administer health-related questionnaires for study participants.
Collect blood samples from participants; process and ship blood samples to labs for analysis.
Coordinate scheduling and logistics of study visits and program events.
Support participant engagement through outreach and communication.
Collect and enter data from visit forms into a secure electronic database.
Document, organize, and synthesize data collection procedures outlined in the manual of operations.
Participate in study-related travel and offsite clinic events as needed.

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position that reports to the Project Manager.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

Onsite - This role is expected to work onsite and is located at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) is a unique and collaborative graduate school that combines the collective expertise of three Colorado universities: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz) in Aurora, Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in Greeley, Colorado. The Colorado School of Public Health is the only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing a vital contribution towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. The school's faculty, staff, and students work together to share knowledge and conduct innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, costly injuries, and more.

The LEAD Center represents a collaboration between the ColoradoSPHand the Department of Pediatrics in the School of Medicine. The LEAD Center is a multidisciplinary research center that investigates and seeks to understand the developmental origins of health and disease, particularly obesity, type 1 and type 2 diabetes and the complex interplay of environmental exposures, genetic and epigenetic processes in critical developmental periods across the lifecourse.

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:

Entry Level

A bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health/medical research, public health, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, healthcare, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
Bilingual English and Spanish speaking required.

Intermediate Level

A bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health/medical research, public health, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, healthcare, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
1 year of professional level experience in a clinical research setting working directly with patients/study participants.
Bilingual English and Spanish speaking required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with pregnant people, infants and children.
Working knowledge of epidemiology, environmental health, or chronic diseases, such as obesity and diabetes.
Experience in specimen processing, technical laboratory skills, and/or phlebotomy.

Conditions of Employment

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for study visits in participants' homes as needed.
Must be available to work occasional evenings and/or overnight travel with advance notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Demonstrated experience in fostering a community that values a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume

2. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Lucy Hall, Lucy.Hall@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until October 27, 2025.

Anticipated Salary Range:

The starting target salary for this position has been established as:

Entry Level: $50,000 - $55,000

Intermediate Level: $52,721 - $64,000

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

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 Opportunity Statement:

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.

As the School of Public Health located within the University of Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus, we are committed to developing and sustaining a faculty, staff, and student body that reflects a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. We advocate for and actively lead efforts and activities to build a community that treats people with dignity, respect, and compassion among the school's students, staff, faculty, and external community partners.

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 Denver | 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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Research Services Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21652 - CSPH-LEAD GEN OPS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Oct 13, 2025 Unposting Date
: Oct 28, 2025, 5:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Lucy Hall Posting Contact Email: Lucy.Hall@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00811256

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