Research Coordinator II

Georgia State University•Atlanta, GA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Nursing (SON) at the Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions is committed to educating nurses who prioritize improving patient care. Located in downtown Atlanta, our urban campus fosters a diverse and culturally competent learning environment. With an esteemed faculty, ample clinical opportunities, and a strong dedication to community engagement, we lead in nursing education and healthcare. The Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions is seeking to hire a Research Coordinator II. WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE? Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship. A rapidly growing center within an academic setting. WHAT WILL YOU DO: This position will support the expanded research portfolio and increased operational demands of the Feresin Lab. Over the past several years, the lab has added multiple human clinical studies, animal studies, and molecular analyses, significantly increasing regulatory, training, data management, and compliance requirements. This role will assume key responsibilities in study coordination, lab oversight, and trainee supervision duties. The position requires a higher level of independent decision-making, judgment, and initiative to manage study timelines, maintain regulatory documents, ensure laboratory safety standards, and coordinate complex research activities across multiple projects.

Requirements

Master's degree in assigned research area; or a combination of education and related experience.

Nice To Haves

A competitive candidate should have formal training and demonstrable experience in human clinical research, including expertise in conducting vascular and cognitive function assessments.
At least two years of hands-on experience performing standardized cognitive assessments including the NIH Toolbox Cognitive Battery, Delis–Kaplan Executive Function System (D-KEFS), and the Rey Auditory Verbal Learning Test (RAVLT).
Additional training and expertise expected include Knowledge of human subjects' protections, HIPAA, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards, Certification in CITI Human Subjects Research, Biosafety, and Bloodborne Pathogens (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Experience with biospecimen collection and processing (e.g., blood, saliva, urine, stool).
Familiarity with REDCap or other clinical data management systems.
Basic laboratory safety training and compliance with institutional chemical and biosafety protocols.
Experience operating and maintaining clinical research equipment.
Training or experience in animal handling, tissue collection, or molecular laboratory techniques is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Clinical Data Collection & Human Testing Procedures: Conducts hands-on procedures for human research studies, including cognitive function testing, physiological measurements (e.g., blood pressure, anthropometrics, vascular assessments), biospecimen collection (blood, urine, saliva, stool), participant interviews, and data entry. Operates and calibrates clinical research equipment, performs quality control, and documents procedures in accordance with IRB-approved protocols. Ensures participant safety, confidentiality, and adherence to ethical research practices.
Research Coordination & Regulatory Compliance: Coordinates scheduling, recruitment, screening, informed consent, follow-up, and maintenance of participant databases (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap). Prepares and maintains IRB documentation, amendments, continuing reviews, and reportable events. Ensures all study procedures are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations and maintains thorough, inspection-ready research records.
Laboratory Operations, Biospecimen Processing & Compliance Oversight: Manages the processing, labeling, aliquoting, and storage of biospecimens using established SOPs. Maintains freezers, sample inventories, and chain-of-custody documentation. Oversees daily lab operations including inventory management, ordering supplies, equipment maintenance, chemical and biosafety compliance, and adherence to laboratory safety protocols. Maintains and updates all SOPs and ensures lab-wide compliance with institutional safety standards (biosafety, chemical hygiene, CITI).
Technical Support for Animal Studies & Molecular Assays (as needed): Provides support for animal research and molecular laboratory studies when required. May assist with animal handling, dosing, tissue collection, behavioral assessments, and sample processing in accordance with IACUC protocols. Performs molecular or biochemical assays (e.g., qPCR, ELISA, Western blotting, cell-based assays) as needed to support active research projects. Maintains compliance with IACUC and biosafety standards.
Training and Oversight of Students and Personnel: Trains and supervises undergraduate and graduate students in clinical procedures, laboratory techniques, safety protocols, and data management. Assigns tasks, monitors the quality of work, and ensures adherence to study protocols, safety regulations, and good clinical and laboratory practices.
Administrative and Project Support: Assists with managing purchasing, reimbursements, inventory reconciliation, and coordination with departmental administrative staff. Supports project timelines, prepares documentation for reports, assists with manuscripts and grant submissions, and maintains effective communication among research team members and collaborators.