Research Coordinator

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics is excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Research Coordinator to join a dynamic and collaborative research team. Working closely with a multidisciplinary research team under the Principal Investigator's guidance, the Research Coordinator will play a central role in launching and managing a new research study. This project will recruit 150 female participants (ages 18–40) to explore how symptoms and inflammation change across the menstrual cycle. The Research Coordinator will oversee day-to-day project operations, including recruitment, eligibility screening, scheduling study appointments, data collection, and data quality. The coordinator will also ensure full compliance with IRB protocols, institutional policies, and research billing procedures. A key aspect of this position is consistent communication with research participants and the research team. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational and interpersonal skills who enjoys managing complex research projects and contributing to meaningful science.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data management
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, adaptability, proactiveness, and emphasis on process improvement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Sound judgment and ability to identify and appropriately escalate issues
• Willingness to manage biological samples, including stool and blood

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with REDCap or similar electronic data capture systems
• Experience with IRB submissions, amendments, and continuing reviews
• Experience preparing datasets, reports, or research outputs (e.g., abstracts or presentations)
• Previous experience with the collection of biological samples, such as stool and blood
• Experience implementing human subjects data collection protocols
• Intention to stay in the position through at least June 2027

Responsibilities

• Drafting and maintaining institutional review board documents, modifications, and status reports
• Maintaining procedures for protocol implementation to ensure research meets Good Clinical Practice guidelines
• Developing participant-facing materials which clearly outline the research procedures
• Ensuring compliance with institutional policies and research billing procedures
• Recruitment and screening of eligible participants
• Obtaining informed consent
• Scheduling and coordinating in-person study visits timed to participants’ menstrual cycles
• Coordinating biological sample collection (e.g., stool samples, blood samples)
• Overseeing data quality and integrity
• Preparing interim reports to ensure the project is progressing on schedule
• Tracking research participants throughout the protocol
• Participating in abstracts and manuscripts, if desired
• Supervises and mentors junior research staff or trainees as needed

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth

What This Job Offers

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