N CREW Research Study Coordinator | Open Rank

$3,317 - $4,987/Yr

WSU - Spokane, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Spokane, WA

Educational Services

About the position

This position may be filled at either level: Research Study Coordinator 1 or Research Study Coordinator 2 dependent on finalist's qualifications and experience. This role will provide professional-level coordination for research projects within Promoting Research Initiatives in Substance Use and Mental Health (PRISM) Collaborative. This is an exciting position that will support community-driven and Tribal/Community Based Participatory Research (T/CBPR) projects focused on improving addiction treatment with American Indian and Alaska Native communities throughout the United States. A culturally relevant approach will be utilized in the completion of all job duties. This work includes all phases of the T/CBPR process, from meeting with communities to identify research priorities, through co-development of dissemination materials. Research coordination activities include typical activities related to project management and T/CBPR such as human subjects and Tribal approval applications, community meetings, participate in project study design and implementation, dissemination of study results and participate in PRISM Research Operations Team activities. This position will manage multiple projects across teams, data activities, develop data management protocols, perform data collection, co-author manuscripts for publication, and present research data and participation statistics. Additionally, this position will support our team's work focused on providing training and technical assistance to Tribes and American Indian, Alaska Native Serving Organizations who are conducting community-prioritized research to reduce the burden of opioids, stimulants and pain to improve well-being. This work is part of the National Institute on Drug Abuse's Native Collective Research Effort to Enhance Wellness.

Responsibilities

• Study Design and Data Management (50%)
• Project Management & Implementation Activities (30%)
• Community Engagement (15%)
• Other (5%)

Requirements

• Research Study Coordinator 1: Two years of college level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience as a Research Study Assistant OR equivalent education/experience.
• Research Study Coordinator 2: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience as a Research Study Coordinator OR equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to work virtually and travel for work purposes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Access.
• Strong written/oral communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on multiple projects.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as scheduled, with advanced notice, to meet study needs.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in working with Tribes and American Indian/Alaska Native Serving Organizations.
• Experience working in a research environment.
• Ability to manage large teams and networks virtually.
• Excellent proofreading skills, and a strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts