Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-11-24
Req: R-3579

Title:

323M-YN - Research Study Coordinator 1

Business Title:

Research Study Coordinator 1

Location:

Employee Type:

Classified

Job Family:

Civil Service - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full Vaccination or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/. Please contact HRS at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Summary of Duties:

The Research Study Coordinator will coordinate and oversee the implementation of research studies and projects through community outreach, developing recruitment strategies by engaging participants, site staff, and community members in the Promoting Research Initiatives in Substance Use and Mental Health (PRISM) Collaborative.

This position will work predominately on a large study in partnership with Northwest Indian College, the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and a Tribally-owned and operated clinic to investigate the relationship between cannabis and pain in receiving cannabis as medicine. Responsibilities in the role include, but are not limited to, participant recruitment, IRB, Tribal approval, and human subjects regulation coordination, study coordination, database entry (REDCap), and data management.

Opportunities for involvement in other studies related to Native health are also possible. Due to the nature of the research studies, experience working with Native communities and interest in cannabis research is highly desirable.

Essential Duties:

50% - Study Coordination

• Assists with the development and implementation of study protocol. Works closely with the Principal Investigators (PIs), other Native researchers and clinicians in partnering Native communities to strategize coordination of the study. Builds relationships with communities and local resources to improve recruitment opportunities.
• Collaborates with Principal Investigators (PIs) and study staff to monitor research studies to ensure that established procedures are being followed. Interpret policy and procedure to ensure compliance with all laws and rules. Address protocol deviation concerns immediately with supervisor. Strategizes and helps troubleshoot to correct problems. Escalates issues as needed to supervisor.
• Prepares human subjects applications, consent forms, and amendments for institutional review board (IRB) review and approval, coordinates Tribal approvals. Assists with training to ensure that staff and PIs are aware of policy and procedure concerning human subjects.
• Provides continuous review of research studies to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, policy, and procedures that are associated with human subjects. Reports non-compliance issues immediately to supervisor. Also is responsible for managing reports to funders, data monitoring safety board, and community advisory boards.
• Ensures that study materials and supplies are available to PIs. Assists with inventory and ordering as needed.
• Serves as the primary contact for one or more study sites.

20% - Participant Screening and Recruitment

• Primary contact for all study participants and those that are interested in becoming a study participant.
• Collaborates with community agencies and other potential recruitment resources. Maintains contact lists for community agencies and the services they provide. Refers study participants to these agencies as needed.
• Works with PRISM Administrative Associate to advertise study through the appropriate channels (i.e., PRISM social media [Facebook/Twitter], local advertising agencies, etc.)
• Reviews and screens interested participants. Ensures that all participants meet the needs of the study and are eligible for the study based on established protocols.
• Recruits individuals to participate in research studies. Provides information about the study and what types of information/data will be collected from each individual. Informs all participants of data collection and storage/security measures that are in place to protect their privacy. Reviews and explains informed consent forms.
• Collects data, conducts interviews, and administers psychological measures related to mental health and substance use. Collects urine and breath samples and performs analyses in applicable studies.
• Travel, as needed, to study sites to assist with enrollment, resolve problems, and undertake support data dissemination efforts.

15% - Data Management and Reporting

• Gathers and inputs study data into database systems. Ensures accuracy in the recording of all data and works with applicable research sites to assure data integrity.
• Manages research databases, troubleshooting, and requesting changes to the database when necessary. Pulls and analyzes data for reports.
• Reviews and assesses study data to ensure adherence to study protocol. Collaborates with supervisor if protocols are not being met.
• Develops data dictionaries and code books.
• Coordinates data transfer, ensuring prompt transfer and data safety. Processes, tracks, and monitors incoming data.
• Ensures all data is secure and remains confidential, reports breaches immediately.
• Assists in writing posters and presentations for disseminating evaluation findings.
• Assists in preparing progress reports for funders.

10% - Administrative and Grant Support

• Monitors supply inventory for study periodically. Ensures study supplies are available and works with PRISM Administrative Associate to replenish supplies as needed.
• Assists in setting up service contracts with vendors as needed.
• Coordinates payments to participants and billing procedures related to study visits.
• Assists in the coordination of grant-related travel, purchases, and reimbursement requests. Assists with purchasing, including purchase requests, ordering, and reimbursements.
• Schedules meetings with research partners.
• Assists with other fiscal and administrative duties related to grants.

5% - Other

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Two years of college level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience as a Research Study Assistant OR equivalent education/experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience recruiting study participants for research studies.
• Ability to travel, including overnight, on occasion.
• Must have valid driver license by the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and competence communicating and working with health professionals, faculty members, researchers, and diverse groups within the general public.
• Evidence of cultural competency (i.e., possessing the ability to understand, value and respect the attitudes, values, and beliefs that differ across cultures and to respond appropriately and respectfully to these differences).
• Experience working with Native communities.

Additional Information:

Area/College: Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
Department Name: Community and Behavioral Health | PRISM Collaborative
City, State, Zip: Seattle, WA or Spokane, WA
Department Link:

https://medicine.wsu.edu/

PRISM Collaborative

Monthly Salary: $2,999.00
FTE: 1.0
Permanent/Temporary/Project: Permanent
Screening Date: December 1, 2021
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Application Instructions: This post may be used to fill multiple positions.

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Required Documents: Cover letter and Resume

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

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