Supervisor, Research Project Coordinator - School of Nursing

Emory • Atlanta, GA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Emory University’s School of Nursing is seeking a Supervisor, Research Project Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day coordination and implementation of research activities. The role serves as the primary liaison with study participants and supervises project data collection staff. Responsibilities include managing participant recruitment, screening, tracking, and visit scheduling; coordinating and supervising data collection; and overseeing data entry, quality assurance, and project databases.

The coordinator manages Institutional Review Board (IRB)-related activities and establishes and maintains regulatory and study reporting systems, including CROMS, ensuring compliance with study protocols and reporting requirements. As projects progress, the coordinator collaborates with Principal Investigators and senior investigators on data analysis and interpretation, scientific presentations, and manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals.

The position may work from home regularly but requires commuting to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs and departmental guidelines. Residency in Georgia is required. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field or business management and three years of related management experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Must reside in the state of Georgia.
• Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the principal investigator to manage a large research project or multiple smaller projects.
• Manage project budgets, information systems, recruitment activities, regulatory requirements, equipment, and space requirements.
• Assist with developing and submitting grant proposals and advise the principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements.
• Assist with recruiting and interviewing patients or subjects, conducting tests, developing and directing surveys, or making presentations.
• Oversee interviewing and hiring staff involved with designated research projects.
• Supervise staff by orienting and training them and providing ongoing performance feedback.
• Manage project information systems and databases, including data collection, coding, storage, and analysis.
• Assist investigators and research personnel with publication of findings.
• Serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies, and product representatives.
• Ensure preparation of operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Manage participant recruitment, screening, tracking, and scheduling of study visits.
• Coordinate and supervise data collection activities; oversee data entry, quality assurance, and project database maintenance.
• Manage IRB-related activities and maintain regulatory and study reporting systems, including CROMS.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and senior investigators on data analysis and interpretation, scientific presentations, and manuscript development.
• May develop and administer research protocols.
• Perform related responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

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