Research Services Program Manager

• University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Neurology

• Job Title: Research Services Program Manager
• Position #00840969 – Requisition #: 37961

Job Summary:

The Program Manager will oversee day-to-day operations for a large, multicenter grant planning endeavor, supporting the Principal Investigator (PI) and study leadership team in coordinating scientific, administrative, and regulatory activities across multiple sites. This role requires a strong background in research administration, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with investigators, research staff, and institutional partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grant Preparation & Administration
• Coordinate and contribute to the preparation of a large, multicenter grant proposal, with meeting summaries and creation of related documents (including budgets, justifications, biosketches, and muti-institutional agreements.
• Assist in drafting study protocols, manuals of procedures, data management plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Track deadlines and deliverables to ensure timely submission of NIH-required materials.

• Project Coordination

• Serve as primary point of contact for multicenter communications, facilitating regular meetings and maintaining clear documentation of decisions and action items.
• Support the development of study governance structures.
• Monitor timelines, milestones, and deliverables across sites.
• Partner with departmental administrators and the PI to develop budgets and subawards.
• Ensure compliance with institutional and NIH financial policies.

• Regulatory & Compliance

• Support IRB submissions and reporting across participating institutions.
• Ensure compliance with NIH policies, human subjects protections, and data sharing requirements.

• Data & Reporting

• Work with biostatistics and data management teams to ensure preliminary data collection tools and reporting systems are established during the planning period.
• Coordinate and contribute to the preparation of a large, multicenter grant proposal, with meeting summaries and creation of related documents (including budgets, justifications, biosketches, and muti-institutional agreements.
• Assist in drafting study protocols, manuals of procedures, data management plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Track deadlines and deliverables to ensure timely submission of NIH-required materials.
• Serve as primary point of contact for multicenter communications, facilitating regular meetings and maintaining clear documentation of decisions and action items.
• Support the development of study governance structures.
• Monitor timelines, milestones, and deliverables across sites.
• Partner with departmental administrators and the PI to develop budgets and subawards.
• Ensure compliance with institutional and NIH financial policies.
• Support IRB submissions and reporting across participating institutions.
• Ensure compliance with NIH policies, human subjects protections, and data sharing requirements.
• Work with biostatistics and data management teams to ensure preliminary data collection tools and reporting systems are established during the planning period.

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 in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, supported by $704 million in research awards in fiscal year 2023, creating an overall economic impact to the state of Colorado of $11.5 billion. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

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
• 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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in clinical or translational research administration, biomedical sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in clinical or translational research administration, biomedical sciences or related field.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience preparing NIH or federally funded grant applications.
• 5+ years of clinical or translational research administration, biomedical sciences or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of NIH policies, clinical research regulations, and IRB processes.

• Multicenter Grant Experience

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.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management platforms.
• Application of clinical research regulations and NIH policies

Conditions of Employment: The Program Manager will be expected to work closely with faculty, staff, and external collaborators at multiple institutions. Occasional travel to coordinating meetings or site visits may be required.

How To Apply:

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

1. 1.   A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. 2.   Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. 3.   Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: neurology-hr@cuanschutz.edu

Screening Of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by November 1, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $67,864-$86,323.

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 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.

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Equal Employment 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.

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@cuanschutz.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.