Research Coordinator

New York University • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating a 5-year NIMH funded longitudinal study titled 'Social Networks Engage (SNEngage): A longitudinal examination of factors predicting the social networks and mental health services of individuals with serious mental illnesses'. This is a full-time position with an initial 6-month appointment and renewal thereafter. The position requires the individual to be based in Los Angeles, CA, and involves travel within Los Angeles for project activities. The role is classified under the professional research staff category at NYU and does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in social work, public health, psychology, nursing, or other social/behavioral science disciplines
• Experience with research and participant tracking
• Excellent organizational skills
• Willing to travel within Los Angeles for project activities
• Must have a high level of attention to detail, flexibility, ability to work on a team, and punctuality
• Authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Familiarity with institutional review boards, HIPAA regulations, and clinical research standards
• Prior experience working with research protocols
• Experience with working with adults with serious mental illnesses
• Experience with quantitative methods
• Experience with qualitative research methods
• Experience managing a team and/or supervising staff

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a 5-year longitudinal research study
• Implement recruitment plans
• Screen participants for eligibility
• Obtain participant consent and schedule assessments
• Oversee participant compensation, reconcile petty cash and participant compensation logs
• Refine and implement tracking protocols to maintain high follow-up and retention rates
• Conduct assessments with participants as needed
• Perform other related activities as required

What This Job Offers

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