Research Coordinator (Part-Time, Limited-Term)

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

19h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the principal investigator (PI), the Research Coordinator provides research support for studies related to deafness and language development. The role supports participant recruitment and study administration, IRB protocol development and compliance, data collection and management, and collaboration with research assistants. The coordinator will receive training in eye tracking, behavioral, and survey data collection methodologies and will help develop and implement research study protocols and laboratory standard operating procedures. The position also contributes to presentations, grant proposals, and manuscripts.

Requirements

Prior research experience, which may include relevant coursework, undergraduate research, or volunteer research.
Strong initiative, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills for project management.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Willingness to occasionally work an alternative schedule to accommodate research participant or trainee scheduling needs.

Responsibilities

Coordinate study operations, including participant recruitment, screening, scheduling, study visits, and participant payments.
Maintain participant tracking databases and study records.
Prepare, submit, and maintain IRB protocols, amendments, and continuing reviews.
Monitor study activities for compliance with IRB requirements and university policy.
Assist with data collection, processing, verification, and management for eye tracking, behavioral, and survey data.
Mentor research assistants and review their work for accuracy and protocol adherence.
Coordinate and facilitate laboratory meetings.
Develop and implement research study protocols and standard operating procedures for the laboratory.
Contribute to presentations, grant proposals, and manuscripts, including compiling data, preparing figures and tables, and drafting methods sections.
Perform other duties as assigned.