University of Colorado · 4 months ago
Biobanking Partnerships Director
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$220K/yr - $250K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Biobanking Partnerships Director for the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine (CCPM). This role provides strategic leadership for the biobank, overseeing its growth and impact while fostering collaborations with academic, clinical, and industry partners to enhance biospecimen-based research and innovation.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversee biobank laboratory operations related to partnerships in close collaboration with and being mindful of CCPM’s clinical return of results program
Strategically and operationally evaluate the impact of potential partnerships, including resourcing requirements and any potential impacts to research or clinical processes. Proactively surface and work to mitigate any such impacts
Participate in strategic planning for CCPM, including long-term visioning, infrastructure development, and operational leadership, leading the development and subsequent execution of strategic plans related to biobanking and partnerships
Play an essential role in the successful development and execution of biobanking partnerships, developing a strong reputation for on-time and target performance
Lead and participate in cross-campus, cross-institutional, and transparent governance frameworks in the evaluation of partnership opportunities and management of biobank samples and associated data
Provide oversight and sign-off for assigned strategic initiatives, serving as the legally responsible party for CLIA-regulated clinical operations and ensuring ongoing CAP compliance and accreditation
Collaborative development and execution of strategic partnerships with external organizations to broaden the impact of CCPM’s biobanking and foster innovations across campus
Strategically and operationally vet potential biobanking-related partnerships in concert with CU Innovations team members. Key areas of focus include supporting innovation activities such as drug discovery and development
Lead initiatives for continuous improvement and innovation in biobanking practices, including the adoption of emerging technologies and partnership strategies
Financial oversight on proposals for industry partners
Assess existing infrastructure at the university and identify areas of opportunity for future capital commitment and ongoing infrastructure improvement (i.e., architect the future of multimodal data development at the CU Anschutz campus)
Strategic staffing and human resources for each biobank initiative or partnership
This description is a summary only and describes 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
Qualification
Required
MD or DO with Board Certification in Pathology or a PhD in a Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science
Two or more (2+) years of direction of or hands-on experience in a CLIA/CAP-accredited laboratory environment
ABMGG-board eligibility/certification, or equivalent
Proven ability to collaborate across diverse teams, including scientific, administrative, clinical, and business development stakeholders
Strategic leadership in developing and executing long-term plans aligned with institutional goals and regulatory frameworks
Ability to lead initiatives that adopt emerging technologies and improve biobanking practices
Strong communication skills for conveying complex scientific and operational concepts to varied audiences
Comfortable leading and participating in transparent governance frameworks across institutions
Adaptable to evolving research, regulatory, and operational landscapes
Deep understanding of CLIA/CAP regulations and high-complexity laboratory environments
Expertise in biobanking operations, genomic data integration, and biospecimen-based research
Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional teams and oversee complex projects effectively
Preferred
At least five (5) years of professional experience in genomics, biobanking, or a related biomedical field
Two or more (2+) years of business strategic planning, development, or innovation leadership experience
At least three (3) years of combined experience in industry settings or in academic settings leading biobanking-related collaborations with industry partners
At least one (1) year of experience in biobanking in which genetic/genomic samples and data are integrated with electronic health record (EHR) systems and data warehouses to support research discoveries or academic-industry collaborations
Benefits
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
Company
University of Colorado
University of Colorado offers higher education and serving as the catalysts in business, arts, health, and community growth.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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