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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Jr RedCap Administrator

Position Number: 6729217
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Computing - Database Administration

Jr RedCap Administrator

Jr RedCap Administrator - 38238 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: The Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute

Job Title: Jr RedCap Administrator

Position #: - Requisition #: 38238

This opportunity is available to CU Anschutz Medical Campus Only.

Job Summary:

This is a full time IT Entry Level Professional position in the Colorado Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CCTSI), as a Jr Red Cap Administrator, This full-time, University Staff (unclassified) Junior REDCap Administrator will handle administrative tasks related to REDCap use (e.g., managing user accounts, testing upgrades) and collaborate with users to develop high-quality data collection tools that follow best practices. The Junior REDCap Administrator will work directly with IT specialists, biostatisticians, project coordinators, and other REDCap users

We are looking for a team player with strong enterprise software skills and an interest in contributing to human health in an academic environment. Must have excellent communications skills, be willing to understand CCTSI processes, and contribute ideas and solutions to a high-performing, motivated informatics team.

Key Responsibilities:

REDCap Administration: 50%

Assist with testing monthly and ad-hoc REDCap upgrades
Serve as a liaison between technical staff (Database Administrators, software developers, system administrators, etc.) and end users when necessary.
Assist senior REDCap Administrators with the development and review of policy, procedure, and security documents
Support senior REDCap Administrators with integrating the REDCap API and other software solutions
Test functionality of REDCap external modules

End User support: 30%

Provide end user support of REDCap, including creation and management of user accounts, approving user requests for database changes, responding to user questions, and communicating best practices
Provide end user training for use of the application and develop training materials
Triage, escalate, and summarize end-user requests to senior REDCap Administrators when necessary

External: 20%

Participate and represent the University of Colorado in the REDCap Consortium
Provide beginner level support to Informatics Core, perform additional job-related duties as required

Work Location:

Remote/Hyrbid - this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Preference will be given to candidates who can work on campus in Aurora, Colorado. However, hybrid arrangements may be considered for qualified candidates residing outside the state.

Why Join Us:

The CCTSI supports transformational clinical and translational research at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and affiliated institutions. The CCTSI was created in 2008 with funding from the Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) initiative of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Because research conducted using CCTSI resources spans multiple institutions, this position acts as a liaison to other Information Technology departments. The Sr. IT professional will facilitate and accommodate informatics requests and services from a variety of campus departments and institutions.

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, management/computer information systems, computer engineering, information technology, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

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.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

1-5 years REDCap experience
Familiarity with Entity-Attribute-Value (EAV) database model
Formal classroom training in database creation and management OR research methods and statistics
1 years' experience with REDCap or equivalent research design or database management experience
Clinical Research Form (CRF) creation experience
Experience with a statistical software package (R, SAS, Stata) and/or other programming experience
Familiarity with health care research, HIPAA, and other health data regulations
Experience in delivering software training and/or technical customer support
Familiarity with data security best practices

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Detail-oriented self-starter with outstanding interpersonal skills, and ability to establish and maintain good customer and end-user relations
Ability to understand study design requirements in order to facilitate database configuration
Ability to work with minimal supervision, yet ask questions when necessary
Ability to collaborate with coworkers in a team environment on complex projects, team player attitude
Ability to learn quickly, ability to adapt to changes in technology and its intended use
Ability to coordinate and prioritize several simultaneous tasks with potentially conflicting priorities
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.

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 (only use if a cover letter is necessary)

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: Melanie.tsosie@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins Immediately and continues until November 15, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE HIRING RANGE ($60,255 - $76,645).

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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Information Technology Primary Location
: Remote Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 22180 - ADM VCR CCTSI Admin Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Nov 17, 2025 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Melanie Tsosie Posting Contact Email: melanie.tsosie@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00832443

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