Business Services Professional (Open Rank: Senior-Principal)

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Neurology (Epilepsy)

Job Title: Business Services Professional (Open Rank: Senior-Principal)

Position # - Requisition # 41119

Job Summary

The Business Services Professional serves as a strategic partner to the Epilepsy Section, driving operational excellence across clinical, research, educational, and community engagement initiatives. Working collaboratively with faculty, fellows, department leadership, and external stakeholders, this position leads complex business operations, financial stewardship, grant development efforts, and program implementation that advance the Section's mission and long-term growth. This highly visible role combines strategic planning, relationship management, project leadership, and analytical expertise to support innovative programs, secure funding opportunities, strengthen community partnerships, and enhance the overall effectiveness and impact of the Epilepsy Section

Business Operations & Program Development

Develop and support business proposals and program initiatives

Assist with strategic planning and community engagement efforts

Support faculty and fellows in advancing section goals and projects

Financial Management

Manage section finances, budgets, and funding allocations

Maintain accurate financial records and reports

Monitor expenditures and support funding management activities

Assist with grant application preparation and submission

University of Colorado Alzheimer's and Cognition Center (CUACC) Prepare budgets and controls/monitors revenue and expenditure activity for each source of funds in conjunction with department leadership, including adherence to award restrictions

Track, prepare, and present reports for the department, grant administrators and external stakeholders annually and as requested

Grant Support

Responsible for supporting various grant submissions, while working with the department’s pre and post award team

Liaise with leadership of local and national Epilepsy nonprofit groups

Communicate directly with funding managers, including state, federal, and industry-level sponsors

Prepare budget reports for internal and external constituents

Research, prepare, manage, and submit grant proposals and reports for future and continued funding of the Epilepsy Section

Advise and collaborate with Epilepsy Section faculty leadership on funding source direction as it relates to grant budgets, applications, allowable costs, and budget restrictions

Administrative Support

Plan and implement program development initiatives to include faculty recruitment, research expansion, specialty clinic operations, and patient education events

Manage and coordinate provider’s calendars to include recurring meetings, professional consultations, closing clinic schedule during vacation and conference days, etc.

Route and track CU Innovations and/or CU Medicine contracts through entire life cycle.

Arrange meetings, conferences and travel as needed (i.e., room reservation, agenda, flyer/handout preparation, presenting, taking meeting minutes, flight, hotel and rental care reservations, etc.)

Comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of national organizations’ programs, policies, branding standards, and reporting processes

Medical Education Support

Complete all necessary onboarding tasks for CU, UCH, affiliate institutions, and scheduling for academic year

Approve Epilepsy clinic schedule for Neurology residents and medical students, and develop fellows rotating schedule with Epilepsy Section

Outreach and Marketing

Cultivate and nurture relationships with key external stakeholders including individuals and community organizations

Lead community outreach initiative by developing and maintaining approaches to engage and evaluate community needs

Facilitate and manage large educational or conference events: Content development

Budget management and fund solicitation (grants and sponsorships)

Organizational logistics (venue, timing, and staffing events)

Audit events based on attendee feedback and develop and implement improvements as needed

Identify and facilitate community engagement opportunities locally, regionally, and nationally, audiences include patients, care partners, providers, and interested community members

Identify, develop, and implement techniques to improve and streamline marketing processes

Clinical Support

Assist in re-credentialing and maintenance of licensure and board certification requirements

When needed, interface between patient and provider for scheduling

Follow up on patient care issues

Interface with clinic leadership on template building and access improvement

Develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate clinician learner programs to support ongoing Epilepsy Section faculty and staff and ensure learners meet their respective program’s competences and expectations

Partner with higher education organizations (CU and non-CU) to develop robust clinician learner internships and experiences within the Epilepsy Section

Work closely with leadership to develop project plans for new innovation. This includes defining the problem/opportunity and the scope, objectives, deliverables, risks, strategies, timeline, resources required, project team requirements, tasks and responsibilities

Delegate project related duties as necessary to administrative staff and students and collaborate with other division and group members to accomplish program and project goals

Attend weekly Epilepsy Section clinical research and patient care conferences, presenting summary of key administrative updates, grant updates, clinical finance updates, staffing and recruitment updates, and any other information to better improve the Epilepsy Section

Academic Support

Proofread, format and prepare manuscripts, grant applications, documents and letters

Assist with reference management in manuscripts and grant applications

Compile Epic ‘SlicerDicer’ reports of various patient cohorts for research or grant work

Other duties as assigned

Work Location

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional 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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution

2 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in an academic, healthcare, or business environment with responsibility for managing budgets, grants, contracts, or other funding sources

2 years of experience leading clinical programs, research initiatives, or healthcare-related projects

2 years of experience working directly with physicians, advanced practice providers, and/or clinical staff

Principal Professional

A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution

3 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in an academic, healthcare, or business environment with responsibility for managing budgets, grants, contracts, or other funding sources

3 years of experience leading clinical programs, research initiatives, or healthcare-related projects

3 years of experience working directly with physicians, advanced practice providers, and/or clinical staff

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications:

A master’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution

2 years of administrative experience working in a Neurology clinical setting

2 years of experience in community engagement, marketing, project management, or event management

1 year of experience working with Concur

Experience with grant writing, submissions and administration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Outstanding customer service skills and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in EPIC

Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Experience with project management

Ability to work independently and within diverse team structures

A positive, motivated, engaged, and caring attitude

Great attention to detail and quality

Ability to follow and execute a study protocol and proactively prevent deviations

Ability to communicate professionally, both in writing and orally

Dedication to professional development and life-long learning

Ability to work in a busy and active environment

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by October 15, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Senior Professional: $61,616 – $78,376

Principal Professional: $70,859 - $90,132

The above salary ranges (or hiring range) represent 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

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, 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.

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Worksite address

aurora, CO, 80012, US

Who can apply

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