Research Project Coordinator
About The Position
The Research Project Coordinator independently performs research activities in a laboratory and/or on research projects, using expert scientific knowledge and skill. The role requires independent judgment, discretion, initiative, and decision-making, with minimal collaboration with the Principal Investigator. The coordinator is responsible for the work of a laboratory or research project(s), manages research staff daily to ensure high-quality work, and may develop or execute Standard Operating Procedures for large research endeavors. The position also involves writing articles for scientific journals or conference presentations, maintaining participant flow through referral sources, monitoring protocol adherence and identifying deviations, and reporting study activities to the Principal Investigator, DSMB, and Institutional Review Board as needed. The coordinator maintains high standards for data management and confidentiality, complies with safety and security policies, reports potentially unsafe conditions, works well with others, and may perform additional duties as required. The position is casual and not eligible for benefits. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with variable hours between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Work locations may include UCSD, VA, or VMRF. The listed hourly salary is $38.00–$40.00, non-exempt, with compensation dependent on experience. The position start date is ASAP or until filled.
Requirements
- Graduate or postgraduate degree.
- Expert scientific knowledge and skill.
- At least 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Independent judgment, discretion, initiative, and decision-making.
Nice To Haves
- Doctoral degree (PhD or MD) in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Independently perform research activities in a research laboratory and/or on research projects.
- Take responsibility for the work of a laboratory or research project(s).
- Develop or execute Standard Operating Procedures for large research endeavors.
- Manage research staff daily to ensure high-quality work.
- Write articles for publication in scientific journals or for presentations at conferences.
- Interface with referral sources to maintain participant flow.
- Monitor adherence to the protocol and identify deviations.
- Report study activities to the Principal Investigator, DSMB, and Institutional Review Board as needed.
- Maintain high standards in data management and confidentiality.
- Comply with safety and security policies and procedures.
- Report potentially unsafe conditions.
- Work well with others.
- Perform additional duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
