Business Services Professional (Open Rank: Senior-Principal)

Job Description - Business Services Professional (Open Rank: Senior-Principal) (41006)

Job Description

Business Services Professional (Open Rank: Senior-Principal) - 41006

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Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Neurology

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

Position #00852523 Requisition # 41006

Job Summary:

Join a dynamic and mission-driven team at the forefront of Behavioral Neurology, where your expertise will directly support innovative clinical programs, groundbreaking research, medical education, and meaningful community engagement. As the Business Services Professional, you will serve as a trusted strategic partner to faculty, fellows, and section leadership, helping to drive initiatives that improve patient care, advance scientific discovery, and strengthen community connections.

In this highly collaborative role, you will blend financial stewardship, program coordination, and administrative leadership to ensure the successful operation and growth of the Behavioral Section. From managing budgets and supporting grant submissions to coordinating educational events, developing business proposals, and fostering partnerships with community stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in turning ideas into impact. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing multiple priorities, and is passionate about supporting a team dedicated to excellence in healthcare, education, and research.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building relationships, driving projects forward, and making a meaningful contribution to a nationally recognized academic medical community.

Key Responsibilities:

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

• 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 Behavioral 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 Behavioral Section

• Advise and collaborate with Behavioral 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

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

• Approve Behavioral clinic schedule for Neurology residents and medical students, and develop fellows rotating schedule with Behavioral 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 Behavioral 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 Behavioral 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 Behavioral 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 Behavioral 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 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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Senior 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

• 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

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

• 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

• 2-3 years of experience leading clinical programs, research initiatives, or healthcare-related projects

• 2-3 years of experience working directly with physicians, advanced practice providers, and/or clinical staff

• 2-3 years of administrative experience working in a Neurology clinical setting

• 2-3 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

• Project Management skills

• 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

How to Apply:

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

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Neurology-HR@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 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 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

: Business Services

Primary Location

: Hybrid

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20244 - SOM-NEUR GENERAL OPERATIONS

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Sep 4, 2026

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Neurology-HR

Posting Contact Email: Neurology-HR@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number: 00852523