Jobs and Opportunities Board

The Clinical Research Coordinator will work in the School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry - Division of Addiction Science, Prevention, and Treatment at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, in Aurora, Colorado.

Applicants for this position may be supporting research projects in one of three different division labs as described below:

CASPR (caspr.org) is a 501(c)(3) organization working to reduce addiction at the population level through research, pilot programs, and policy. CASPR is a true grassroots non-profit organization, not funded by pharma or corporate interests. We are dedicated to reducing the global burden of addiction through scalable science-based interventions. We are passionate about advancing evidence-based practices, running research and clinical studies, and shaping policy to find a cure for substance use disorders.

The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a New Partnership Worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 

In seeking to attain this objective, the African Union intends to build its capacity to deliver, among others, the implementation of its organizational structure. 

Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health.

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognized non-profit organization. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care.

This internship is for a minimum 4 and maximum of 6 months and designed to be in person only (<40 hours per week). The duration can be adjusted on request of the successful candidate.

This position is located in the Office of the Secretary (OS), Secretariat of the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in Vienna. The incumbent will report to the Global Rapid Interdiction of Dangerous Substances (GRIDS) Programme Management Officer. The Secretariat of the INCB is an administrative entity of UNODC reporting directly to the Board on substantive matters.

Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks:

The emphasis of our research is on ‘what works’ in the prevention and treatment of substance misuse: the Addictions Department represents a network of clinicians, researchers and clinical teachers who have a shared commitment to excellence in prevention and treatment work, and to supporting and strengthening national and international endeavours in this field. Over the last 30 years, our staff have developed a body of research evidence that has informed the development of new treatment services for alcohol, smoking and drug problems in the UK.

The Addictions Department.  The emphasis of our research is on ‘what works’ in the prevention and treatment of substance misuse: the Addictions Department represents a network of clinicians, researchers and clinical teachers who have a shared commitment to excellence in prevention and treatment work, and to supporting and strengthening national and international endeavours in this field. Over the last 30 years, our staff have developed a body of research evidence that has informed the development of new treatment services for alcohol, smoking and drug problems in the UK.

The jobholder will work as a cost-free second national expert (SNE) under the direct supervision of the Head of the Policy and society (POL) sector within the Policy, crime and markets (PCM) unit. The SNE will contribute to the development, further enhancement and promotion of the competences of the EUDA in drug policies, particularly in the area of cannabis policy. The post supports the EUDA’s goal to contribute to a healthier and more secure Europe.