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

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