Project Coordinator (Open Rank: Intermediate-Senior)

Job Summary:

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is the largest academic home for Down syndrome research. The Crnic Institute collaborates with prominent scientists and leaders around the globe to enable precision medicine approaches to improve health outcomes in Down syndrome. The Crnic Institute is seeking a passionate project management professional with demonstrated experience in supporting several highly visible and diverse projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Project Coordinator- 75%

• Develop and implement project plans; develop and maintain project SOPs and oversee their use and implementation.
• Work with project leads to set and achieve project objectives. Track progress to project milestones and deliverables; manage changes in timelines; resolve or escalate issues, as needed, to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate and support the activities of project workstreams, including defining business requirements, scheduling and running meetings, setting agendas, taking and distributing minutes, and assigning and following up on action items.
• Develop and execute a strategic communication plan for projects. Manage communications among internal and external stakeholders. Ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Throughout project execution, work with the project leads to comply with applicable agreements, data privacy, and security regulations.
• Responsible for creating business intelligence tools and systems as needed to report on key metrics
• Manage relationships with all project leads and community partners. Facilitate communications and feedback. Address and/or escalate user issues as needed.
• Other project management related duties, as assigned.

Communications and Community Engagement- 25%

• Assist with creating and reviewing content (e.g., blog posts, newsletters, social media posts, news stories, press releases, etc.) conveying complex scientific ideas to both scientific and lay audiences while explaining implications for future research and medical care.
• Collaborate with project leads to design, build, review, and maintain project- and organization-specific websites.
• Organize community outreach events and activities, including listening tours, symposia, user workshops, representation at scientific meetings, etc.
• Support the development of documentation, tutorials, workshops, and other training materials for the user community.
• Serve as a key liaison between Crnic Institute staff and projects and their external audiences, communities. and organizations.
• Other communications and community engagement related duties, as assigned.

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 Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is the largest academic home for Down syndrome research. The Crnic Institute collaborates with prominent scientists and leaders around the globe to enable precision medicine approaches to improve health outcomes in Down syndrome. Learn more at: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/linda-crnic-institute.

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.

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, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Intermediate Professional:

• A bachelor's degree in project management, business, business administration, finance, accounting , education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
• 1 year of professional level experience

Senior Professional:

• A bachelor's degree in project management, business, business administration, finance, accounting , education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
• 2 years of professional-level experience
  
  
  
  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
  
  
  
  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with project management software tools. Jira, team, Monday
• Experience with Redcap
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification
• Experience working in healthcare or academic research/medicine.

Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of Smartsheet
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• 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 commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion

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

Questions should be directed to: Anne Fiala, Anne.Fiala@CUAnschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by January 15, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Intermediate Level: $52,773 - $67,127

Senior Level: $57,052 - $72,570

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.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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.