Research Coordinator

The Geneva Foundation • Tacoma, WA

9d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Research Coordinator provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team coordinating research activities that may include recruiting research participants, data collection and management and other research activities as assigned. The Research Coordinator will assist with report generation and project close-out support. About the Project The long-term goal of this project is to enhance Musculoskeletal Health outcomes by embedding mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) into military surgical care pathways. The "SMART Embedded Intervention for Military Postsurgical Engagement Readiness (SEMPER)" project is a Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial (SMART) designed to optimize the sequencing and integration of two intervention strategies (a single session MBI and 8-week MBI) for supporting beneficiaries of the Military Health System (MHS) undergoing a Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• 2-4 years’ experience in clinical research preferred
• 2-4 years’ non-profit, research, or healthcare experience desired
• Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication
• Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
• Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software
• Knowledge of CFR, GCP and ICH guidelines

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and confidentiality of research participants at all times
• Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and infection control procedures
• Plan and coordinate the initiation of research study protocol, and the implementation of operating policies and procedures
• Plan, implement and maintain data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocol; may coordinate the collection and analysis of research data
• Recruit, instruct and coordinate research subjects and/or volunteers, as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope
• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of technical support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position; may perform aspects of research protocol, as required, in accordance with specified program objectives
• Organize and facilitate meetings, conferences, and other events associated with research activities; may perform and/or coordinate outreach activities, as appropriate to research objectives
• Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
• Interact and communicate effectively with Principal Investigator, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation, and the funding organization

Benefits

• Geneva's highly competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision healthcare, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings account, with employer contribution.
• Coverage is provided for employees and family members including domestic partners.
• Short-and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life & ADD insurance, 403b retirement plan with generous employer match, flexible leave options, 11 paid holidays per year, and up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year.
• Employees may qualify for PSLF as Geneva is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees