Clinical Research Coordinator B
About The Position
The Center for Food and Nutrition Policy within MEHP is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator B to support day-to-day study operations for an R01 evaluating the effects of a monthly food benefit intervention. The intervention includes unhealthy food restrictions alone or paired with healthy food incentives, and the study examines nutritional quality of food purchases and dietary intake, as well as participant experiences with the food benefit program. The coordinator works closely with the study principal investigator, project manager, and other research staff to support study implementation. The role also supervises study research assistants, provides day-to-day oversight of study activities, and leads study-related meetings to support coordination and communication. Additional work may include assisting with IRB submissions and updates, supporting data quality assurance, and contributing to study reporting and manuscript preparation as appropriate. This position is hybrid eligible and contingent upon funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of research or public health-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professional levels.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
- Experience collaborating on a research team and interacting with study participants.
- Proficiency with computer programs for research operations, including MS Office Suite and REDCap.
Nice To Haves
- A master's degree.
- Experience with data analysis programs such as R or Stata.
Responsibilities
- Assist with participant recruitment and enrollment.
- Support data collection and management.
- Maintain study documentation and ensure adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate with study participants and track study progress.
- Prepare study materials and reports.
- Supervise study research assistants and provide day-to-day oversight to ensure study activities are conducted accurately and according to protocols.
- Lead study-related meetings to coordinate activities and support team communication.
- Assist with IRB submissions and updates.
- Support data quality assurance processes.
- Contribute to study reporting and manuscript preparation as appropriate.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children, including at other institutions for dependent children.
- Basic, matching, and supplemental retirement plans, with pre-tax or Roth savings options and investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
- Substantial time away from work during the year.
- Long-term care insurance.
- Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
- Professional and personal development resources.
- Access to university resources, libraries, athletic facilities, cultural activities, and recreational activities.
- Employee discounts and special services, including arts and cultural admission, transportation, mortgages, and other goods and services.
- Flexible work options and hours.
- Forgivable home-ownership loan for eligible employees buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia.
- Adoption expense reimbursement for eligible employees, for up to two adoptions in the household.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
