Research Coordinator

Cal Poly Partners•San Luis Obispo, CA

About The Position

The Research Coordinator is responsible for data collection and quantitative and qualitative analysis for the Central Coast Physician Education Feasibility Study. The coordinator works closely with principal investigators to develop and administer surveys, manage and analyze data, lead and document interviews, and facilitate focus groups with the medical community on the central coast. The role also supports research methods and procedures, literature reviews, research on similar physician models, and the assessment of results. The coordinator helps oversee student researchers, maintains research data quality, and orders and inventories research supplies and equipment. Travel to research locations in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties and elsewhere in California may be required. The position is subject to continued grant or center funding.

Requirements

Master’s degree.
Experience with research and survey development.
Willingness and ability to travel to research locations within San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties and elsewhere in California as needed.
Valid California driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and vehicle insurance.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet timelines.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with staff, the Board of Directors, the university community, and the public.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Successful completion of required criminal background, education and employment verification, and reference checks.

Responsibilities

Work with principal investigators to ensure high-quality data collection, including designing surveys, analyzing data, and working with contracted third parties.
Help oversee a team of student researchers managing data.
Assemble and lead interviews and focus groups with physicians, hospital and clinic leadership, and other educational institutions.
Assist with literature reviews and determine suitable methods and equipment for research activities; select research techniques.
Lead research on other similar physician models.
Participate in determining the validity of results and contribute ideas regarding experimental procedures and methods.
Order and inventory equipment and supplies required for research activities.
Maintain accurate and timely research data and provide quality management oversight.
Perform other duties as assigned.