Research Interventionist, Department of Health & Exercise Science

Wake Forest University • Winston-Salem, NC

90d

About The Position

Implements, coordinates, and administers research-funded study interventions, to include nutrition, weight loss, spontaneous physical activity and/or structured exercise protocols. Interaction with study participants is substantial, however additional managerial responsibilities such as policy and protocol development, adverse event management and/or Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) reporting may be required. Interacts with study subjects, other departmental or University staff, and Principal Investigator; may also interact on behalf of PI with external and employ independent decision-making with regards to implementation of study protocols and study administration, as appropriate. Position is grant-funded (2.0 yrs) and subject to annual renewal by sponsor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, or related field.
• Experience prescribing and conducting preventive and/or rehabilitative exercise programs preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Training in the protection of human subjects required within six months of hire.
• Proficiency in developing, implementing, and administering individual and group exercise for older adults.
• Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to exercise-related adverse events.
• General knowledge of human research procedures and practices, and ability to develop, implement, and administer research-based exercise training, activity, and/or behavioral change protocols.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster relationships with individuals who have diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and formulate independent judgments consistent with research policies, practices, and protocols.
• Ability to work independently; accept responsibility; delegate; work collaboratively; and manage multiple tasks efficiently to ensure the successful outcome of project protocols.
• Proficiency with word processing software (preferably Word) and spreadsheet applications; familiarity with database applications and statistical software.

Nice To Haves

• Prior human subjects research experience.
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification.
• Experience with behavioral weight loss interventions; preference given to candidates with RD credential.

Responsibilities

• In compliance with study protocol, delivers and manages research-related nutrition, weight loss, physical activity, and/or exercise interventions for older adults.
• Exercises independent judgment to revise or adapt protocols within the context of participant capabilities and study aims.
• Monitors subject compliance with study protocols, prepares individual progress reports for participants, and supervises intervention scheduling of participants.
• Administers contact protocols for follow-up with non-adherent study participants.
• Collects and compiles information on adverse events and submits reports to Principal Investigator; the Institutional Review Board; Data and Safety Monitoring Board; study sponsor; and/or other study stakeholders as necessary.
• Organizes, compiles, and enters intervention data into web-based data entry application(s) and performs data verification and 'cleaning' functions.
• Assists Principal Investigator and other study staff with data reduction and analysis as needed.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure the safety of study participants and ensure operational efficiency.
• Make independent decisions concerning participants and special situations related to study intervention(s).
• Comply with Institutional policies, study protocols and procedures, and DHHS and IRB guidelines for human subject’s research.
• May oversee work of student workers.
• Performs planning, organizing, or administrative functions in support of and necessary to the successful completion of study protocol(s).
• Trains new personnel as needed.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Background investigations and drug screens for final candidates
• Accommodations for applicants with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree