Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Oversees and coordinates the implementation of complex, multiple or multi-site research studies; serves as a resource to provide comprehensive information to research staff by promoting a smooth operation; serves as a liaison with various departments within the University, funding agencies, community agencies and the study participants; responsible for managing all phases of the study protocol; may supervise other research staff.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Designs and manages the implementation of all phases of a study/protocol; develops recruitment plan; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies; establishes record-keeping systems; monitors participants’ progress in the study; records results into study database; and identifies problems and/or inconsistencies.
• Oversees and/or recruits and enrolls study participants. Screens participants via interview and/or reviews pertinent medical records to determine eligibility based on established study guidelines, prepares informational packets for study participants; explains purpose of the study and obtains consent. Orders incentives (gift cards) and submits tracking and audit documentation.
• Investigates, analyzes and reports adverse events as necessary; meets regularly with investigator to update on study status and determines when to notify investigator of emergent issues; works with investigator and HRPO to resolve any protocol management issues; serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency.
• Routinely ensures timely completion of all protocol requirements. Schedules visits, administers and scores tests/surveys.
• Evaluates and interprets study data; performs more complex statistical analysis of data independently in conjunction with the Investigator; confers with Investigator regarding interpretation of results and makes suggestions for modification of study design as necessary.
• Prepares oral and written presentation/reports outlining research progress, recommendations and/or conclusions for University, local and/or national scientific meetings. Sets agendas for staff meetings and maintains record of meeting minutes.
• Conducts literature reviews.
• May draft some sections of manuscripts and grant applications under the guidance of the Investigator.
• Reviews journal articles, abstracts and scientific literature to keep abreast of new developments and to obtain information regarding previous studies.
• Serves as primary liaison to Investigator in funding searches, development of research projects and interpretation of results and modifications of study design.
• Responsible for the development of forms, questionnaires and the application of research techniques; assists in writing instructional procedure manuals for study implementation, data collection, entry and analysis; may design, develop and manage study data base.
• Manages the HRPO submission and approval process, assists in preparation of amendments to protocols and/or modifications to study design as necessary; serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency.
• Provides guidance to members of research team in the implementation and evaluation of research; trains new staff; may serve as lead or as point of reference for other public health research techs; may be responsible for staff scheduling (assign and monitor tasks) and provide input on staff performance.
• Maintains study equipment and software updates. May approve research expenditures and assist Investigator with financial management of project funds.
• Provides support of other study activities as needed.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A dri