Research Coordinator

University at Buffalo Portal • Buffalo, NY

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About The Position

The University at Buffalo, Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the role of Research Coordinator. Reporting to Research Division’s Director of Operations, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a range of industry and federally funded research projects within the department focused on the treatment of substance use disorders. Working closely with the Vice Chair for Research and other investigators, the Research Coordinator will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth execution of research studies. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal and campus regulations, coordinating, and training study personnel, and overseeing the collection and monitoring of study data. The successful candidate will be involved in both clinical and administrative tasks as outlined by study protocols. This may obtaining informed consent from participants, recruiting participants from hospitals and clinics, data management, and other administrative tasks as needed. They will receive thorough training and supervision from the Study Principal Investigator or their designated representative. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for research and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the field of emergency medicine and in the treatment of substance use. General Program Activities: Attend weekly meetings with project Principal Investigators (PIs) to discuss project updates and coordinate activities. Participate in all study meetings, including conference calls. Assist the PI in coordinating with participating EMS Agencies, hospitals, clinics and other study partners. Serve as a study coordinator for select projects, scheduling program outreach activities to ensure progress and timelines are met. This includes organizing internal and external meetings, site visits, and special events. Assist with project-related activities, such as project management, compliance with UB and federal regulations, and data preparation for analysis. Be on call during scheduled periods for various research projects outside of regular business hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings. Recruit, enroll and consent patients in studies. Assist in data collection and data management. Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) Related Activities: Assist the PI in preparing IRB documents, research protocols, and reports, and correspond with the IRB as necessary. The Department’s Research Coordinator is also available to support IRB -related activities. Track the receipt and maintenance of all appropriate approvals from IRBs and other relevant committees required for project implementation. Grant Management Activities: Monitor requests for funding proposals to ensure the accuracy of grant submissions and adherence to requirements. Ensure deadlines are met for amendments, budget change requests, progress reports, and funding applications. Assist the PI with budget-related activities and budget development in consultation with the Department’s Administration and Finance team. Coordinate with the Department’s Administration and Finance team and University’s Sponsored Projects Services to ensure payment for all project-related expenses. Ensure program data and progress are reported to funders and stakeholders and track related research output. Create and evaluate surveys and questionnaires. Note: The above list is not exhaustive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the induvial studies/projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Good computer skills
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Some positions may require license or certification.
• Experience in clinical research or patient care
• Eligible for credentialing through our hospital partners

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in health-related field
• Valid Driver’s License
• Current New York State Nursing License (RN or LPN ), New York State AEMT certification, or New York State Paramedic Certification
• Experience in research coordination.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly meetings with project Principal Investigators (PIs) to discuss project updates and coordinate activities.
• Participate in all study meetings, including conference calls.
• Assist the PI in coordinating with participating EMS Agencies, hospitals, clinics and other study partners.
• Serve as a study coordinator for select projects, scheduling program outreach activities to ensure progress and timelines are met. This includes organizing internal and external meetings, site visits, and special events.
• Assist with project-related activities, such as project management, compliance with UB and federal regulations, and data preparation for analysis.
• Be on call during scheduled periods for various research projects outside of regular business hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Recruit, enroll and consent patients in studies.
• Assist in data collection and data management.
• Assist the PI in preparing IRB documents, research protocols, and reports, and correspond with the IRB as necessary.
• Track the receipt and maintenance of all appropriate approvals from IRBs and other relevant committees required for project implementation.
• Monitor requests for funding proposals to ensure the accuracy of grant submissions and adherence to requirements.
• Ensure deadlines are met for amendments, budget change requests, progress reports, and funding applications.
• Assist the PI with budget-related activities and budget development in consultation with the Department’s Administration and Finance team.
• Coordinate with the Department’s Administration and Finance team and University’s Sponsored Projects Services to ensure payment for all project-related expenses.
• Ensure program data and progress are reported to funders and stakeholders and track related research output.
• Create and evaluate surveys and questionnaires.

Benefits

• Outstanding Benefits Package
• Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone.
• There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options.
• We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness.
• We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees