Program Coordinator

New York State Psychiatry Institute•New York, NY

9d•$34,822 - $41,917•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a part-time Program Coordinator position. This is a part-time position for an ongoing longitudinal study of mental health and risk behaviors in young adults with and without a stigmatized chronic illness. The project focuses on mental health and risk behaviors in young adults with and without a stigmatized chronic illness. The Research Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of the research study and take a direct role in implementation of the study, including conducting psychosocial interviews.

Requirements

BA/BS in the Social Sciences, Public Health, Psychology or Behavioral Health Fields, and/or equivalent in relevant Education and/or Training
At least (2) years conducting structured, in-person interviews covering complex and sensitive physical and mental health issues
At least (1) year experience in organizational and prioritization skills
At least (1) year working knowledge of GCP guidelines including protection of human subjects, definitions and reporting requirements for adverse events, elements of informed consent, Federal Codes, Regulations and Guidelines relevant to the performance and conduct of clinical research.
At least (1) year working knowledge with Windows environment, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SPSS.
At least (1) year writing, editing and proofing skills with opportunities to collaborate on scientific publications and manuscripts.
At least (1) year interpersonal and creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree
Preferably two-three years of relevant project management experience in the social sciences, public health, psychology or behavioral health fields.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally may be required

Responsibilities

Supervise and support study personnel, monitoring assignments.
Manage the financial aspects of the study, including subject payments and purchase of materials needed to conduct the study.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by funders and IRBs.
Communicate issues and solutions to the Principal Investigator in a timely manner.
Revise and maintain research operating procedures throughout the course of the study.
Other duties might include providing administrative support for the Principal Investigator including drafting/proofing documents, supervising staff with administrative tasks