Res Project Coordinator WPIC

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Research Project Coordinator provides coordination and support for a research project focused on substance use treatment and management. The position works closely with the team at UPMC WPH and other participating sites, provides leadership and oversight of research staff at those sites, and reports to the Principal Investigator. The coordinator must be able to travel between project sites. This position is grant funded.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, business administration, or a related area of study.
• Three years of relevant research and/or clinical experience required; five years strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and a strong interest in substance use treatment and management.
• High level of experience with IRB submissions and modifications.
• Demonstrated project-management proficiency, including budgeting, planning, execution, delivery, quality assurance, reporting, and regulatory issues related to IRB and study monitoring.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and balance multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to travel between project sites.
• Act 34 clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of relevant research and/or clinical experience.
• Experience with randomized controlled trials.
• Master’s degree.
• Related experience in a health-related field such as public health, nursing, psychology, or health policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of project spending and available funds.
• Coordinate the department’s daily activities and special projects.
• Coordinate assessment scheduling.
• Support quality assurance for data collection and management, including data flow, entry and verification, database maintenance, data security, and confidentiality.
• Provide regular supervision for junior staff.
• Prepare and modify IRB protocols, regulatory binders, and standard operating procedures.
• Communicate with research, clinical, and administrative staff regarding the research.
• Coordinate recruitment, including advertisements, recruitment tracking, and strategies to increase response among targeted populations.
• Submit regular reports on research progress, including NIH progress reports.

What This Job Offers

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