Postdoctoral Fellowship -- Dissemination and Implementation Science Program

Job Summary:

A two-year postdoctoral fellowship opportunity is available at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. This is a unique position that will help to integrate work across the Dissemination and Implementation Science Program (https://bit.ly/2BnJzuk) and the Colorado Program for Patient Centered Decisions (CPPCD) which are part of the Adult & Child Consortium for Health Outcomes Research & Delivery Science (ACCORDS). The successful applicant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of established researchers focused on shared decision making, patient centered care, and implementation science and pragmatic research. The candidate will be an integral part of a new initiative to conduct and support research that is rapid, rigorous and relevant to patients and a variety of diverse clinical settings.

The post doctoral position provides advanced training to health services researchers and clinicians and prepares fellows for positions in academic medicine. The postdoctoral fellow will collaborate on established projects, work as part of a team creating resources including interactive tools to support rapid and rigorous research, and be encouraged to conduct independent research with an emphasis on manuscript writing and grant submission.

The fellow will be matched with a primary fellowship mentor based on their interests and career goals, and will have access to:

• Involvement in pragmatic research projects and scholarly group meetings
• Dedicated time for manuscript preparation
• Financial support for mentored research
• Partnering with fellow researchers as interests grow

Examples of Work Performed

• Serve as a project lead to develop and execute a novel sub-project within the team's research portfolio
• Serve as the lead author of high quality manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals using lab or related data.
• Substantively contribute as the middle author of lab manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals (minimum of 2 middle-author submissions per year).
• Assist with creating scientific presentations and reports to support dissemination activities in the lab.
• Assist general research operations in the group, which includes miscellaneous scientific, administrative, and educational activities.
• Coordinate members of the study team and ensure regulatory compliance

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

Researchers at the Colorado Program for Patient Centered Decisions (CPPCD) conduct studies to promote informed medical decisions, e.g. about cancer screening, the implementation of cardiac devices, end of life care and hospice. Our research examines the psychological aspects of health decision making, including risk communication and the influence of emotions and motivations on patients' medical decisions.

The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) mission is "To heal, teach, discover, and connect. Together." by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five key aims, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care - Providing outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.
• Research - Create and disseminate new knowledge.
• Training - Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.
• Community Engagement - Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.
• Our People - Nurture a thriving, diverse, and equitable DFM culture.

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, ethnic minorities, 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:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• PhD or equivalent doctorate in a health-related field (e.g., social/health/decision-making psychology, nursing, health services research, etc.).
• US citizen or non-citizen national, or permanent resident at time of application
• Graduate level training in statistics, research methodology, and health-related research preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written communication
• Ability to multitask and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
• Potential to develop an independent research career
• Devote 100% FTE to research and career development activities.

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins on July 29, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position follows the NIH postdoctoral researcher pay scale (https://www.ninds.nih.gov/funding/preparing-your-application/preparing-budget/salary-cap-stipends-training-funds) which defines the range as $56,484-$68,604, dependent on number of years of post-doctoral experience

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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@ucdenver.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.