Research Coordinator II

University of Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Population and Public Health Sciences is seeking a dependable, flexible, detail-oriented Research Coordinator II to join a research team at the University of Southern California. The Research Coordinator will support the implementation and day-to-day operations of several NIH-funded research grants. The position requires strong problem-solving skills, professionalism, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse participant populations and research team members. USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related or social science field
Minimum 2 years of administrative or research experience
Knowledge of medical environment and terminology
Knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and institutional research regulations as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and HIPPA regulations
Proficient with MS Office applications
Demonstrated effective communication and writing skills
Ability to multi-task
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while managing multiple competing priorities

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a research environment
Staff education and orientation experience
Knowledge of Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems and Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS)

Responsibilities

Coordinating study activities across multiple projects
Maintaining communication with study participants and scheduling research visits
Assisting with participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, and retention
Conducting interviews and administering questionnaires
Collecting and processing study data and biological specimens, as applicable
Entering and managing data in research databases
Ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements
Providing overall project support to research staff and faculty investigators