Temporary Research Coordinator - Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
About The Position
The University of Washington Virology Research Clinic (VRC) is hiring a full-time Temporary Research Coordinator to join its research team. The position is scheduled to start as soon as possible and will continue for up to 12 months. Reporting to the Manager of Program Operations for the VRC, the coordinator works closely with investigators, clinicians, and the operations manager to enroll and follow research subjects and support the university’s primary research objectives. The role manages a complex portfolio of grant-funded and industry-sponsored studies and collaborates with the team to develop clinic processes based on study needs. The VRC conducts research on sexually transmitted infections and infectious diseases. Its work includes investigating the epidemiology and natural history of herpes simplex virus (HSV), evaluating new HSV therapies and vaccines, and studying prevention of HSV transmission, immune responses to viral and bacterial STIs, and other pathogens such as HPV and VZV, as well as women’s health. The clinic is also one of nine NIH Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Units conducting clinical trials on vaccines and treatments for emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in science or humanities and one year of relevant experience; equivalent education and/or experience may substitute unless legal requirements apply.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
- Experience developing study questionnaires using UW Catalyst and/or REDCap.
- Previous experience maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Ability to multitask with competing priorities.
- Capability to have frank, open conversations regarding most aspects of human sexuality.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in infectious disease and/or STD clinical research.
- Background in medical and/or clinical research terminology.
Responsibilities
- Lead coordination for up to five complex clinical trials and/or research studies.
- Serve as a liaison with study sponsors, monitors, partnering laboratories, investigators, and study sponsors.
- Manage study participants throughout the duration of their participation.
- Prepare reports of serious adverse events and safety information.
- Work with principal investigators, study physicians and clinicians, and the Research Manager to ensure compliance with study protocols.
- Assist clinicians with clinical procedures as needed.
- Identify and recruit appropriate patient populations for research studies.
- Screen and schedule study participants for visits.
- Write standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Manage laboratory supplies and request orders as necessary.
- Compile enrollment reports for funding agencies.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Benefits are referenced for temporary, per-diem, and less-than-half-time positions; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
