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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Department of Psychiatry
Job Title: PRI Administrative Manager
Position #: 00846787 – Requisition #: 39605
Job Summary:
The Department of Psychiatry is looking for a highly organized Research Services Manager to lead the research arm of the department through the administration of the Psychiatry Research Innovations Core. This person will be responsible for setting strategy for research within the Department of Psychiatry in collaboration with the Vice Chair of Research including co-facilitating the research retreats. The Research Services Manager will oversee strategy related to all grants and contracts, research administration, and pre and post award for the department. They will provide administrative partnership with the Research Advisor Committee and manage all administrative tasks related to this as well as overseeing the work completed by the part-time administrative assistant for the group.
This role will be responsible for the budgeting and funding management of this core with support from the Associate Director of Finance and Administration in collaboration with key collaborators including the Chair, the Director of Finance and Administration, the Division Administrators and Directors and key division research leaders. This position will be responsible for the creation of policies and procedures related to research services professionals, specifically onboarding, continued training, and cross coverage when possible. The PRI manager will oversee and support the departmental strategic goals for KPIs for publication management and collections. The position will also be responsible for managing outside MOUs for shared services across campus. This position will be collaborating in coordination of the following: poster sessions, PURPLE, grant searches, engagement with trainees and training directors, and coordination of learning opportunities. Finally, this person will be in charge of managing all personnel including both promotions and terminations.
Key Responsibilities:
Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of up to 4 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.
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:
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 30, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $75,000 - $92,000.
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
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.
University Staff
Job Category
Research Services
Primary Location
Hybrid
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Apr 14, 2026
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Posting Contact Name
Samantha Martin
Posting Contact Email
Samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number
00846787
Department: Department of Psychiatry
Job Title: PRI Administrative Manager
Position #: 00846787 – Requisition #: 39605
Job Summary:
The Department of Psychiatry is looking for a highly organized Research Services Manager to lead the research arm of the department through the administration of the Psychiatry Research Innovations Core. This person will be responsible for setting strategy for research within the Department of Psychiatry in collaboration with the Vice Chair of Research including co-facilitating the research retreats. The Research Services Manager will oversee strategy related to all grants and contracts, research administration, and pre and post award for the department. They will provide administrative partnership with the Research Advisor Committee and manage all administrative tasks related to this as well as overseeing the work completed by the part-time administrative assistant for the group.
This role will be responsible for the budgeting and funding management of this core with support from the Associate Director of Finance and Administration in collaboration with key collaborators including the Chair, the Director of Finance and Administration, the Division Administrators and Directors and key division research leaders. This position will be responsible for the creation of policies and procedures related to research services professionals, specifically onboarding, continued training, and cross coverage when possible. The PRI manager will oversee and support the departmental strategic goals for KPIs for publication management and collections. The position will also be responsible for managing outside MOUs for shared services across campus. This position will be collaborating in coordination of the following: poster sessions, PURPLE, grant searches, engagement with trainees and training directors, and coordination of learning opportunities. Finally, this person will be in charge of managing all personnel including both promotions and terminations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and manage Departmental KPI tracking data process
- Collaborate with DOP Strategy PD, VC, and Division leaders in identifying and most significant areas of reporting and pull monthly/quarterly reports for executive leaders
- Set and implement 1, 3, and 5 year goals for research in collaboration with the VC of Research
- Plan and support the annual research retreat
- Manage employees including onboarding, offboarding, promotions, and employee concerns
- Manage funding for all personnel including Research Services Professionals and faculty
- Manage ticketing systems including pulling data related to types of tickets, days open, and division usage
- Collaborate with other core, office, and divisional leaders to support research in different areas across the department
Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of up to 4 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.
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
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting, business administration, business, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
- 4-6 years of professional experience of research administration and/or grant and contract administration
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Pre and post award experience
- Finance experience
- Management of personnel experience
- Trainee coordination
- 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.
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 (only use if a cover letter is necessary)
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 30, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $75,000 - $92,000.
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
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.
University Staff
Job Category
Research Services
Primary Location
Hybrid
Department
U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Date
Apr 14, 2026
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Posting Contact Name
Samantha Martin
Posting Contact Email
Samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number
00846787
Salary : $75,000 - $92,000