Clinical Research Coordinator A- Community Canvasser (HYBRID ELIGIBLE)

University of Pennsylvania•Philadelphia, PA

46d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Takeshita Lab is dedicated to identifying, understanding, and eliminating health and healthcare disparities related to dermatologic diseases, particularly chronic inflammatory diseases such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. The lab engages in quantitative epidemiologic studies ranging from survey studies to large population-based database studies as well as qualitative and mixed methods research to better understand the drivers of health disparities. The lab’s work is funded by federal, industry, and foundation sponsors. Current projects include ADDS-UP3, a community-based cohort study aimed at identifying the social and environmental factors contributing to racial and ethnic disparities in atopic dermatitis severity; P2P-PsO, a study evaluating the effectiveness of peer mentorship in increasing participant diversity in psoriasis research; VTEACH-PsO, a project assessing whether an educational video can increase research participation among adults with psoriasis; among other health disparities related studies. The primary responsibility of the Community Canvasser (CRC A) position in the Takeshita Lab is to implement community-based approaches to engaging the North, West, South, and Southwest Philadelphia communities in research to understand the causes of racial and ethnic disparities in eczema (atopic dermatitis) outcomes. The Community Canvasser will conduct door-to-door outreach and participate in community events to: (i) educate community members about the importance of research participation, especially among populations that have been historically excluded from research, (ii) describe the study and obtain informed consent from eligible participants, (iii) share information about educational events, resources, and health care for eczema, and (iv) assist with data collection from study participants via home visits. The ideal candidate for this position will have keen interests in health justice and eliminating health disparities, health disparities research, and public health, and will have superior interpersonal skills with a high level of comfort talking to strangers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Candidates should demonstrate: Superior interpersonal skills with a high level of comfort talking to strangers
Community experience, knowledge of, and high level of comfort working in Philadelphia neighborhoods
Willing to drive or take public transportation to select neighborhoods
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a self-guided environment
Attention to detail
This position is contingent upon funding.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish preferred.
Background or familiarity with health equity, health disparities research and/or public health or community organizing preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct grassroots, door-to-door, and other community-based outreach in North, West, South, and Southwest Philadelphia to engage residents in a research partnership with Penn to study the causes of racial and ethnic health disparities related to eczema. Outreach will include education on the importance of research participation, describing the study and obtaining informed consent, providing information on educational opportunities and other resources for information about and care for eczema, and assistance with data collection from study participants via home visits.
Collect data and maintain canvassing records.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Participate in basic training on eczema and research procedures.
Participate in regular research team meetings.
Support and interact with PIs, co-Is, research managers, and other research staff.
Maintain all relevant trainings and certifications (CITI, GCP, PENN CRC certification and assigned Penn Profiler trainings).
Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania, GCP, and FDA guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned which may include assisting with the collection, processing, and shipping of human specimens and/or environmental samples.
Position involves work-related responsibilities that may occur outside of the usual workday times (before 8am or after 5pm) and during weekend days.
Conduct grassroots, door-to-door and other community-based outreach in North, West, South, and Southwest Philadelphia to engage residents in a research partnership with Penn to study the causes of racial and ethnic health disparities related to eczema (atopic dermatitis).
Provide education on the importance of research participation and increase access to research opportunities.
Describe the study and obtain informed consent from eligible participants.
Provide information on educational opportunities and other resources for information about and care for eczema.
Assist with data collection from study participants via home visits.
Maintain canvassing records.
Participate in basic training on eczema and research procedures.
Participate in regular research team meetings.
Support and interact with PIs, co-Is, research managers, and other research staff.
Maintain all relevant trainings and certifications (CITI, GCP, PENN CRC certification and assigned Penn Profiler trainings).
Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania, GCP, and FDA guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned which may include assisting with the collection, processing, and shipping of human specimens and/or environmental samples.
Position involves work-related responsibilities that may occur outside of the usual workday times (before 8am or after 5pm) and during weekend days.

Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.