Lead Research Coordinator

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Lead Research Coordinator to oversee NICU-based clinical study operations. You will implement protocols, recruit and enroll participants, manage IRB-related records, and handle participant compensation while supervising staff and coordinating with the principal investigators.

This grant-funded, fixed-term role (approx. 5 years) may require travel to local hospitals and occasional evenings/weekends based on project needs, with a First Shift schedule and 40

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological or health sciences is required.
• 3 years of relevant research experience required; 4–6 years preferred.
• Grant-funded position with a 5-year anticipated duration and potential extension.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a NICU-based clinical study.
• Implement protocol, recruit/enroll participants, and coordinate with investigators.
• Manage study records including IRB-related documentation and participant compensation.
• Supervise study staff and ensure travel to local hospitals within 10 miles as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and act as primary contact for Principal Investigators.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Job description

## Lead Research CoordinatorApply: Columbus Campus: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R158585Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Lead Research Coordinator## Department:Nursing | College AdministrationThe College of Nursing seeks a Lead Research Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day operations of a clinical research study involving parents and infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). In partnership with the Principal Investigators, the Lead Research Coordinator’s core duties include protocol implementation; recruiting and enrolling participants; corresponding with outside collaborators and agencies; managing study records including those associated with IRB processes; managing participant compensation; conducting literature searches and collaborating on manuscript preparation; and supervising study staff and overseeing daily operations. Performs administrative duties of a responsible, sensitive, and confidential nature; serves as primary point of contact for the study Principal Investigators. Other duties commensurate with experience and study needs may be assigned. This position will require some travel each week to local hospitals within 10 miles of OSU. Weekend and evening hours may be required based on project needs.**Minimum Requirements:**Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences or other medical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 3 years of relevant experience required. 4-6 years of relevant experience preferred.This is a grant funded position with an anticipated duration of 5 years; the possibility of extension will be based on funding and budget.## Additional Information:For grant-funded positions identified as ‘regular,’ please note that employment is contingent upon funding. For positions identified as ‘term,’ please note the position has a lifespan of 1-3 years.Function: Research and ScholarshipSub-function: Clinical ResearchCareer Band: Individual Contributor - SpecializedCareer Level: S3Salary Range: $58,700 - $77,200## Location:Heminger Hall (1069)## Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***