Research Specialist - Hybrid
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Research Specialist performs a variety of activities within the research department, primarily supporting post-market drug safety and surveillance, public health, and epidemiological studies. The position may manage projects or portions of projects and assigned client profiles, and is expected to serve as a subject matter expert. The position is hybrid, with in-office work once per week on Wednesday or Thursday and remote work the remainder of the time. The stated schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role is in the RADARS Contract department and is classified as regular work. It is a day-shift position based in the United States of America.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 1–3 years of related project management experience required.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
- High attention to detail and the ability to contribute to multiple projects effectively and independently.
- Ability to perform excellent work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, apply research methods, and conduct general research.
- Intermediate to expert proficiency in the Microsoft product suite.
- Strong knowledge of spreadsheet and database programs, in addition to other Microsoft Office products.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned projects, programs, and clients.
- Train other staff in areas of expertise.
- Operationalize research tasks.
- Manage small-scale projects and/or contribute to management of large projects.
- Initiate troubleshooting and problem-solving for project management issues in areas of expertise.
- Manage data collection processes.
- Develop literature searches, including search terms, summary tools, and processes for summarization and reporting.
- Summarize literature for internal reference and external deliverables.
- Assist in developing and managing research protocols and procedures.
- Initiate and prepare submissions of IRB, FDA, and sponsor documents and reports.
- Manage the development and review of reports and other deliverables.
- Assist in translating scientific results into abstracts, papers, and presentations.
- Communicate and collaborate with site partners and internal departments.
- Develop and manage process documentation, including work instructions and SOPs.
- Manage client communications, contribute to proposals, and manage client relations.
- Prioritize multiple tasks according to daily, weekly, quarterly, or annual deadlines.
- Support monitoring of budgets and grant administration activities.
- Facilitate project and team meetings.
Benefits
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and 7 holidays.
- 100% paid parental leave for up to 6 weeks.
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
- Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
- Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
- Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other perks.
- Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center, supporting career growth and advancement.
- Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, plus free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the program.
- National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
