Project Coordinator - Research

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health • Lebanon, NH

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About The Position

The grant-funded Project Coordinator will support Dr. Milan Satcher in developing, coordinating, executing, and disseminating research projects examining health policy and health services delivery for populations with substance use disorders and criminal legal experience. The role supports project management, meeting facilitation, data collection, management and analysis, research event coordination, reporting, project development, and assistance with grant proposal preparation. As an integral team member, the coordinator helps engage participants, facilitate work, and implement multiple projects. In collaboration with project leaders, the coordinator manages the full life cycle of project activities with a high degree of independence and responsibility for timely completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of study and five years of research experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory and research methods, procedures, techniques, equipment, and instruments.
• Depending on the assigned area, experience in animal models or a strong background in human research.
• Willingness to be exposed to and work with hazardous or infectious materials and/or hazardous chemicals.
• Exceptional organizational and management skills to plan and organize the research approach and project parameters.
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage laboratory inventory and records.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of computer software applications used for research investigations, data analysis, and presentation, as well as online search engines.
• For animal laboratory work, completion of Required Training for Working with Animals and the Animal User Health and Safety Program in accordance with the IACUC (Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree, PhD, or foreign equivalent in a relevant field.
• Scientific background in an environmental, chemical, or biological field.
• Prior experience with IRB, regulatory oversight of clinical trials, and knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the research program by helping develop research hypotheses and plan project parameters and scope.
• Conduct research independently across multiple projects and provide leadership to others participating in projects.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret project data; present findings and their significance at lab meetings, conferences, and other settings; and potentially author or co-author research findings and present at national conferences.
• Potentially identify or obtain funding for research projects and write grant proposals and applications.
• Potentially hire, supervise, train, and evaluate staff and student assistants to meet changing department needs.
• Oversee general laboratory operations to ensure appropriate methods, procedures, and techniques; provide technical guidance and direction.
• Advise on the need for and type of equipment and supplies, including their purchase, use, maintenance, and availability.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level