Research Coordinator I- Pediatric Research Hub

Classification Title:

Research Coordinator I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

The Research Coordinator I is responsible for coordinating all aspects of assigned research projects facilitated by the Pediatric Research Hub (PoRCH). This position will support a large-scale study being conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology focused on improving communication between patients and clinicians during pregnancy and during the postpartum period using electronic applications to continuously assess physical and mental health. Duties would include coordinating assigned research studies, recruiting participants, collecting, entering and managing data, and actively participating in multi-disciplinary team meetings. Additional duties would include maintaining accurate and timely study records, maintaining OnCore, running reports, setting up quality improvement projects, coordinating communication, preparing for study visits and working with the clinical team.

- Coordinate and manage assigned research studies. Activities include the following: screen, recruit and consent eligible participants, work with clinical team to collect and enter patient data, perform chart review, attend relevant trainings and meetings, and coordinate communication for the study team. Additional activities include managing data and performing quality assurance checks for the Informed Consent and other relevant study documents.

- Work with clinical research study team to prepare for study visits to include preparing study questionnaires, scheduling patient visits and coordinating communication. Label and process clinical samples as needed. Manage data queries, assist with projects to support related clinical initiatives, maintain accurate records within OnCore. Run reports as requested. Maintain up-to-date study records.

- Work with supervisor or program lead to develop IRB submissions, create recruitment materials, and collect and maintain regulatory items. Assist in creation of data collection tools such as REDCap, etc., and work with the study team or analyst to prepare data for analysis.

- Assist with literature searches, help develop academic output to include abstracts, conference presentations, workshops and manuscripts.

- Activities include but are not limited to: completing tasks as assigned to complete human subjects research; participating in professional development and continuing education; provide mentorship regarding human subjects research as requested; satisfying annual competencies as required by the University of Florida and Institutional Review Boards.

Expected Salary:

$43,888

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• GCP and IATA certified preferred
• Experience using OnCore, Epic, and REDCap preferred
• Experience working in a clinical setting preferred
• Experience working within UF’s clinical research system preferred
• Multi-media capabilities strongly preferred; proficiency with Microsoft Office such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

The University of Florida is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability to apply for this position, please contact the ADA Office at (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). For more information, visit the UF ADA Compliance website: https://ada.ufl.edu

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

Health Assessment Required: Yes