RESEARCH COORDINATOR
University of Washington - Seattle, WA
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If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-543-2544 or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The UW Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (DAID) has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Research Coordinator. This position will support the Chu Lab in the clinical research portion for several large-scale studies of the epidemiology and transmission of respiratory pathogens in the Seattle area. We are seeking someone who is excited about the opportunity of working in a fast-paced environment, and who has resourcefulness, independent problem solving, excellent time management skills, attention to detail and the ability to negotiate and communicate priorities.POSITION COMPLEXITIES: This role will assist the UW Division of Allergy and Infectious Disease faculty with a variety of tasks including participant recruitment and enrollment, data collection and management, aiding in the development of protocols, and biospecimen tracking. This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal oversight and the skills to prioritize activities and multi-task to complete multiple scopes of work without benefit of written policies or procedures.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESStudy Coordination: 65%Recruit human subjects for research studies, explain purposes of research study, obtain informed consent, and assist with scheduling and tracking of study visits.Manage day-to-day research study visits including facilitating blood draws with clinics, recording and inputting participant clinical data, transporting biospecimen samples between clinical areas and laboratory, and maintaining enrollment supply inventory.Create, maintain and update study databases. Monitor and track participant study activities and progress using REDCap, Medidata, and other software.Perform medical chart review and enter laboratory results from participant medical charts into study data tracking systems.Prep supplies and materials for upcoming study appointments.Assist in preparation of Human Subjects Division/Institutional Review Board applications and modifications.Tracking of study visits and completion of research activities to facilitate protocol adherence, billing compliance, and to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.Maintain internal study documentation of training and manage all documents for study monitoring visits and audits.Protocol Development & Updates: 15%In collaboration with team members, develop and execute clinical protocols.Provide feedback on study procedures and methodology to continue improving and streamlining the study protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Revise study materials and protocol as needed to align with new study design changes throughout the study period.Adhere to study protocol and design.Develop SOPs with the supervision of the program manager and PI.Perform routine data quality control measures to ensure study data is accurate and up to date.Participant Communications: 10%Field and respond to study questions or troubleshooting around research activities via email, phone and text.Schedule participants for informed consent calls and study visits.Send out surveys to study participants.Send study updates via an electronic mailing list.External Team Communication & Collaboration: 10%Participate and represent UW in study-related meetings and conference calls, often with investigators and research coordinators from multiple institutions and clinics.Liaise with study partners including the Translational Research Unit, Institute for Systems Biology, NYU Langone, Duke, and WA DOH.Liaise with collaborating groups regarding collection and handoff of study samples.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology or equivalent science related field. Equivalent experience can substitute for degree requirement. At least one year of experience including prior experience in clinical research, laboratory research, or project coordination.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology or equivalent in a science related field.Fluent in Spanish.Experience with quantitative data management and analysis with related statistical software packages.Training and/or knowledge in ethical conduct of research with human subjects.Knowledge and prior experience with study coordination in an academic environment.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The ability to multi-task and be flexible while maintaining a professional demeanor is crucial as priorities change throughout each day. May have to respond to multiple requests for information (e-mail, voicemail, fax, verbal), determining priorities. This position is located in a clinical and research environment that is located at South Lake Union UW campus and the Research Coordinator will have a designated workspace.Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position".Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2024-10-18