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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Entry Information Science Professional (Part-time, 0.5 FTE) - **Company:** University of Colorado - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $26,816.0 - $30,462.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Data Analysis, Bioinformatics, C++ (Programming Language), Computational Biology, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Validation, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Database Applications, Desktop Computing, Drupal, Electronic Data Capture, Perl (Programming Language), R (Programming Language), Human-Computer Interaction, Information Sciences, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Tableau (Software), High Performance Computing, Grafana, Electronic Medical Records, Information Technology, Data Management, Programming Languages - **Published:** October 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88634804/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science, or related 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., * Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field. * Experience analyzing data using high-performance computing. * Clinical research or related experience. * Experience with Grafana, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools. * Experience with Drupal or similar web coding tools. * Coursework or experience with REDCap or other electronic data capture systems. 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. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Working knowledge of basic statistical principles relevant in medical research. * Ability to analyze problems and apply quantitative analytical approaches. * Working knowledge of one or more statistical or programming languages (e.g., R, Python, Perl, Java, C++) and willingness to learn new programming languages as necessary. * Familiarity with statistical analytical concepts and methods. * 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. * Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. * Ability to learn and interpret research protocol information. * Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to represent the University in a professional and positive manner. * Ability to collaborate as a member of a team and to work independently on assigned tasks to meet competing demands. * Innovative problem-solving skills and ability to thrive on challenges encountered in a fluid, complex environment. * Familiarity with, or ability to learn, institutional and governmental research administration policies and procedures, and ability to strictly follow IRB, FDA, and HIPAA regulations. * Proficient use of computers and relevant software and database applications, including REDCap, OnCore, Microsoft Office, and Epic, as well as the ability to master new software programs. * Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to support project management activities. ## Description Entry Information Science Professionals utilize applied or computational mathematical analyses for a wide array of different applications and to solve complex problems. Projects may include data interpretation, coding, grounded theory methodology for the analysis of certain data, and statistical analyses. Information Science Professionals may also perform duties in labs/projects that use primarily electronic health records and databases. This Information Sciences Entry Professional position with the College of Nursing at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus works within the Office of Research and Scholarship and provides project support to advance the research, scholarship, and strategic priorities of the College of Nursing. The position supports faculty, investigators, and College leadership across a broad portfolio of sponsored and non-sponsored research activities, grants and contracts, internal funding initiatives, research programs, and special projects. This 0.50 FTE funded position has the potential for increased FTE, depending on available funding. Working under the guidance and direction of the supervisor and other Office of Research and Scholarship professionals, this entry-level position performs duties of limited scope in a training and development capacity. Supervision Received: This position will report to Mustafa Ozkaynak, Professor, College of Nursing. Work is performed with guidance and direction from the supervisor and other professionals in a training and development capacity. Supervision Exercised: None Examples of Duties Performed: * Under the guidance of senior staff, collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders in the area of: * Research data management and data analysis (15%). * Perform data management and basic statistical analyses using established protocols and methods (20%). * Assist with implementing established analysis pipelines, programming, and data visualization techniques for research datasets (10%). * Assist with integrating and validating data from multiple sources to ensure data quality and integrity (10%). * Contribute to assigned components of research programming projects under the direction of project leads (10%). * Write and maintain scripts to access databases and analyze data, with review by senior staff (10%). * Assist with building and updating REDCap projects, data collection instruments, and simple web-based tools for PIs and other stakeholders (10%). * Assist faculty and ORS staff with research support activities, such as compiling data, tables, and figures for grant proposals and progress reports, and maintaining IRB and human subject compliance documentation (10%). * Participate in training and professional development to build skills in research data management, informatics methods, and research compliance (5%). Additional Examples of Work Performed: * Assisting with creating and updating databases, including data structures (e.g., REDCap, Microsoft SQL), study-related instruments, and user interface for data collection and reporting. * Assisting with managing research datasets, conducting basic analyses, integrating, and validating data from research projects to ensure data quality, integrity, consistency, and security, as well as protection of participants' confidentiality. * Supporting the development of study protocols and operations manuals and assisting with user guides and support for research data systems. * Maintaining established tracking and record-keeping systems for study-related data (e.g., recruitment, enrollment, project milestones). * Assisting faculty and ORS staff with reporting (quarterly, annual, ad hoc outcomes, processes, financial reports, project metrics) to sponsors and stakeholders. * Assisting with troubleshooting problems related to research database systems and escalating issues to senior staff, as appropriate. * Helping track elements of research projects to assess the impact of proposed changes on data collection systems. * Completing other database, regulatory, and research-related tasks to support faculty, investigators, and ORS leadership, as assigned., Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of two (2) days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.