University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Department of Neurosurgery
Job Title: Biorepository Research Coordinator
Position #: 00852647 – Requisition #:40976
The Neurosurgery Biorepository Research Coordinator will be working with nationally and internationally recognized neurosurgeons, contributing to cutting edge, collaborative research endeavors aimed at identifying, treating, and eradicating the devastating diseases that affect the neurologic system.
This clinical sciences professional will works collaboratively with the Biorepository Research Team to collect, process, store, and distribute human biosamples. This includes identifying eligible participants, obtaining informed consent, attending surgeries to collect removed biosamples, and sample transport to the Biorepository Laboratory. Careful attention to participant confidentiality (HIPAA), sample processing for long-term storage, and data management are essential.
The Research Coordinator ensures all procedures comply with ethical guidelines (CITI), regulatory requirements (FDA, IRB) and Biorepository established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The coordinator liaises between clinical staff, researchers, and other lab personnel to manage tissue research projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with surgical staff, pathology, and clinicians to obtain tissue samples, including fresh or frozen samples, in the operating room or pathology lab
Log, label, process and store tissue samples securely in the database and biorepository
Prepare, track, and ship specimens for external research collaborators while maintaining participant confidentiality and data integrity
Participate in the development, implementation, and quality assurance audits of SOPs
Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas
Process and analyze biosamples for collaborative studies
Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions and hazardous waste according to institutional regulations
Accurately enter clinical data, pathology reports, and sample inventory into the Biorepository database
Ensure compliance with Biorepository SOPs, FDA regulations, and institutional IRB protocols
Screen EPIC (UCHealth electronic medical record) surgery schedules to identify eligible patients
Conduct informed consent process with eligible participants
Ensure informed consent is properly documented
Attend Biorepository Team Meetings
Attend Department of Neurosurgery Research Meetings as applicable
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
Currently, the Department of Neurosurgery has ~12-14 neurosurgeons contributing samples to the Neurosurgery Tissue Biorepository. We have one (1) RSP who handles almost all pre-op patient consent processes; handles all records, reports, and paperwork associated with the consents; collects blood and tissue samples from those surgeries directly in the ORs; processes blood into plasma and PBMCs, and cryopreserves tissues (or pre-processes tissues for cell line/organoid establishment and propagation); conducts frozen storage of said biofluids and tissues/cells; records these samples into our Biorepository database; updates the database as relevant information (ie, Pathology reports) becomes available; updates patient outcomes (eg survival/death announcements) when necessary; assists in maintenance of cell lines, organoids, and tissue explants; alerts local collaborators of upcoming surgeries of interest, and facilitates consents, acquisition and handling of samples, and transfer to collaborator labs/personnel; prepares and ships materials to offsite collaborators per national guidelines; serves as intermediary for the EPXY trial (Genetics of Intracranial Vessels) with Harvard University/Brigham and Women’s Hospital (consents patients, collects and ships tissues via trial protocols).
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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
Bachelor’s degree in any field.
Substitution A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
One(1)yearclinicalresearchorrelated experience.
Substitution An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’sdegreeinscienceorhealthrelatedfield
Two(2)yearsofclinicalresearchorrelated experience
Experiencewithelectronicdatacapturesystems(e.g.EMRorEHRanddatamanagementsystems)
Conditions of Employment:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
KnowledgeandunderstandingoffederalregulationsandGoodClinicalPractice(GCP)
Abilitytocommunicateeffectively,bothinwritingandorally
Abilitytoestablishandmaintaineffectiveworkingrelationshipswithemployeesatalllevels throughout the institution
Outstandingcustomerserviceskills
Knowledgeofbasichumananatomy,physiologymedicalterminology
Abilitytointerpretandmastercomplexresearchprotocolinformation
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Curriculum vitae / Resume
Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Questions should be directed to: Samuel Long, Samuel.long@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until September 1, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as
$54,302 - $72,765
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.
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
