Research Coordinator I

Overview:

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Coordinator I is responsible for carrying out multiple complex research protocols.

Responsibilities:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with investigators in the design, development, and documentation of data forms, questionnaires, and other survey materials

Responsible for aspects of the development of research recommendations and the design of research projects

Participate in the grant, manuscript, and Institutional Review Board process

Develop overall research plan for conducting surveys in the community

Conduct in-person or telephonic field research

Monitor selection and randomization process of study participants

Coordinate data collection of study participants, complete case report forms, and develop and maintain spreadsheets

Collect and maintain questionnaires and other data forms from study participants

Perform literature searches and write detailed written summaries of the findings

Collaborate with other project leaders on data presentation, interpretation and writing of scientific reports

Develop and maintain computerized data files for all data to be collected

May assist with budget /operational aspect of grant and contract proposals

Prepare summary reports and ongoing project evaluations for investigators

May help recruit, select, supervise and direct the activities of data collection employees and Research Technicians

Conduct quality control check on field data collection system

Collaborate with other research sites to insure consistency between research sites and accuracy of documentation

Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, health care, or equivalent experience

1 year of related experience

Experience in using computer-based tools (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)

Oral and written communication skills

Excellent organization, analytical, and interpersonal skills required

Ability to travel to off-site locations

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May supervise and direct the activities of data collection employees and Research Technicians

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Usual office environment, laboratory, medical, surgical, and off campus study sites

Permanent