RESEARCH COORDINATOR (0.5 FTE)

Req #: 240803

Department: SCHOOL OF NURSING

Job Location Detail: Telework available

Posting Date: 11/08/2024

Closing Info: Closes On 11/29/2024

Salary: $3,461 - $4,333 per month

Shift: First Shift

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The School of Nursing has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator (0.5 FTE) to join their team.


The Research Coordinator (50% FTE) will support the development of research materials and implementation of research activities under the direction of the Principal Investigator. This includes the coordination and tracking of research activities across research sites; assisting in the development of study tools and research protocols; completing and monitoring human subject applications, modifications, and renewals; documenting completion of HIPAA training, coordination with UW fiscal and purchasing staff; assisting with research training; conducting recruitment, randomization, tracking, and timely data collection and entry; assisting with data analysis, project reports, and dissemination of research results.


POSITION COMPLEXITIES

The position requires knowledge of clinical intervention research and randomized trials, experience in health-related research and/or web-based intervention delivery, collection of quantitative, qualitative, and biological data, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, familiarity with computer software programs necessary for successful the implementation and flow of research processes including study recruitment, enrollment, randomization, oversight of research regulatory requirements, data management and preliminary data analyses and reports.


POSITION DIMENSIONS AND IMPACT TO THE UNIVERSITY

This research stems from innovative work conducted by the PI with NIH funding over the past two decades. It addresses the effectiveness of a new intervention designed to prevent complex PTSD by advancing the care of cardiac patients who have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD). The position of Research Coordinator is key to the successful implementation of the study, and thus its impact on future multi-site intervention studies to be conducted at the University with NIH funding.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track research activities across research sites.
• Assist in the development of study tools and research protocols.
• Complete and monitor human subject applications, modifications, and renewals.
• Document completion of HIPAA training, coordination with UW fiscal and purchasing staff.
• Assist with research training.
• Conduct recruitment, randomization, tracking, and timely data collection and entry.
• Assisting with data analysis, project reports, and dissemination of research results.60%: Support PI in the development and refinement of study materials including recruitment and consent tools, research protocols, web-based modules, and operations manuals.
• Coordinate, monitor, and report research site progress, including study recruitment and randomization, coordination with research sites, consent process, access and storage of relevant medical record information, intervention schedules and session completions, mailings and data collection processes, and general management of study activities.
• Support regulatory compliance and reporting (Human Subject, HIPA, recruitment & enrollment).
• Prepare Human Subject applications, modifications, consent forms, and progress reports for the institutional review board and funding agency as directed by PI.
• Develop working relationships with designated study staff across recruitment sites.
• Coordinate communication and activities among research team members, routinely keep the PI informed of the SPSM Intervention schedule, recruitment progress, intervention calls completed, and related research concerns.
• Coordinate with the nurse interventionist to ensure intervention procedures are initiated and completed on time.
• Following established protocols, contact potential study participants, screen for eligibility, describe study activities, obtain informed consent, and enroll and follow-up with eligible individuals.
• Design and maintain databases to track subject participation (enrollment, randomization, pacing of intervention), weekly intervention calls, data collection and missing data, securing medical records, health histories, and other data-related tasks.
• Track receipt of biomarker data.
• Monitor and download StepWatchTM data returned by mail.
• Troubleshoot implementation-related issues (e.g., access and function of web-based intervention modules; preparation/tracking of mailed materials; and related duties including filing, copying, and data entry).
• Organize and oversee exit of participants from the study (e.g., write checks/send gift cards, thank you letters; create/send Study Newsletters).
• Assist in producing materials for and provide support for study-related trainings, as needed.40%: Analyzing data and Presenting Research Results
• Organize, enter, verify, backup, and store all incoming data; perform routine assessment of data and computer management systems.
• Routinely analyze and summarize preliminary quantitative study findings for the research team, including descriptive analyses, summary reports with tables/figures; create interim reports as requested by PI.
• Order materials and scientific supplies for research and intervention implementation.
• Support PI and research staff in generating reports for the funding agency (NIH).
• Prepare for and participate in research team meetings.
• Contribute to interim reports and the development of research manuscripts and grants.
• As necessary, train and monitor student assistant to support the use of software (REDCap) to track recruitment, consents, intervention enrollment and progress.
• Prepare data and conduct preliminary coding of responses to exit interviews for qualitative analysis. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in health administration, nursing, public health, social sciences, life sciences or biomedical research AND 1 year prior work experience in a similar position. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with 1) quantitative research techniques, randomized clinical trial designs, behavioral intervention, subject randomization, and coordinating collection of biological samples; 2) in organizing and coding qualitative data to evaluate intervention impact; 3) Experience with research methods used to evaluate intervention feasibility/acceptability delivered by diverse means (in person, telephone, small group and/or computer interface).
• Strong computer skills; experience with research-related software such as (or similar to) REDCap, SPSS, ZOOM, PowerPoint, and EXCEL.
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, ability to prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent decisional skills and proficiency in cross-cultural communication.
• Experience in meeting funding agency requirements and related research milestones.
• Skills, knowledge, and/or experience working with health professionals, nurses, and students, and in the development and/or implementation of training programs for research staff.
• Ability to work in-person onsite at the UW-Seattle locations 5 days/week.
• Flexibility in work schedule that may involve late afternoon, early morning, or evening work hours.
• Prior experience may substitute for educational requirements.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular nursing and use of cardiac wearable devices and technology.
• Evidence of education/training for professional growth in research coordination.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills for coordination of intervention research. 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”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
  
  

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