Bioethics Program Coordinator - Nephrology (CPMG)

Columbia University; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University in New York is seeking a Bioethics Research Coordinator to support NIH-funded, community-engaged ELSI studies within the Center for Precision Medicine and Genomics. You will implement research protocols, contribute to scholarly outputs, and work under the PI Dr. Maya Sabatello.

The role involves literature reviews, data management, manuscript support, and coordinating multi-partner meetings in a fast-paced academic setting, reporting to the Ethics Team of CPMG.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience plus three years of related experience.
• Master’s degree in related field would substitute for experience.
• Substantial experience in quantitative data analysis.
• Proficiency in research technologies and online platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews relevant to study aims.
• Manage, clean, and analyze data using qualitative and/or quantitative research software.
• Assist in the development of manuscripts, presentations, and other scholarly outputs.
• Coordinate administrative tasks and multi-partner meetings.
• Communicate and collaborate with researchers, collaborators, and research staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Quantitative data analysis

Research technologies

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Independent and collaborative work

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master’s degree would substitute for experience

Tools

Research software

Job description

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $67,300 - $77,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Ethics Team at the Center for Precision Medicine and Genomics (CPMG) seeks a highly motivated Bioethics Research Coordinator to support NIH-funded, community-engaged studies focused on the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of genetics. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge bioethics research in a collaborative academic environment.

The Coordinator will report to Dr. Maya Sabatello, Principal Investigator, and will work closely with faculty, staff, and community partners to implement research protocols and contribute to scholarly outputs. For more information about the CPMG, see https://columbiamedicine.org/cpmg/team.php.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews relevant to study aims
• Manage, clean, and analyze datausing qualitative and/or quantitative research software
• Assist in the development of manuscripts, presentations, and other scholarly outputs
• Coordinate administrative tasks and multi-partner meetings.
• Communicate and collaborate with researchers, collaborators, and research staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience plus three years of related experience
• Master’s degree in related field would substitute for experience
• Substantial experience in quantitative data analysis
• Proficiency in research technologies and online platforms
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing professional presentations and academic manuscripts
• Demonstrated familiarity with ELSI research
• Familiarity with disability studies and inclusive research practices

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements.

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