PS Study Coordinator

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Study Coordinator to lead research on Alzheimer's disease. This role involves participant recruitment, data management, and conducting cognitive assessments. The ideal candidate will interact closely with study participants and collaborate with a team of researchers. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful studies while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about research and improving lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible work hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in data management preferred.
• Strong communication skills and human relations are essential.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and screen study participants, manage data collection.
• Lead cognitive assessments and maintain REDCap database.

Skills

Participant recruitment

Data management

Cognitive assessments

Communication skills

Human relations

Behavioral assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

REDCap

EPIC

Python

MATLAB

R

Job description

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The candidate will be coordinating several studies focusing on brain changes and motor and cognitive dysfunction in Alzheimer’s disease. For these projects, the study coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of data collection and management, which include: a) participant recruitment/screening/enrollment; b) in-person testing of participants using cognitive and motor behavioral measures, and overseeing the brain MRI data collection; c) extracting participant information from existing databases; and d) data entry (REDCap), management, and quality control of study data. The candidate will be closely interacting with the principal and co-investigators and will interact with study participants on a weekly basis. Study participants are older adults (60+) with and without cognitive problems.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Recruitment of study participants via email and over the phone, and through communication with collaborators and clinical faculty
2. Screening of potential study participants
3. Leading cognitive and motor behavioral assessments of participants
4. Setting up a REDCap database for entry of study data
5. Data scoring, entry into the REDCap database, and organization and management of output files of the computerized cognitive and motor tests
6. Extracting data from electronic patient files (e.g. EPIC )
7. Handling participant reimbursement
8. Communicating with the institutional review board
9. Training of students in participant screening and data scoring, entry and management
10. Co-organizing the weekly lab meeting

May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents. May ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens. May perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research subjects certificate obtained within six months of hire and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Some departments may require IATA DGR training within six months.

Preferences

1) Someone who has affinity with aging, cognitive dysfunction (dementia), motor behavioral functioning, and neuroscience.
2) Previous experience with coordinating a study, especially data management and behavioral assessments is preferred.
3) Hands-on experience with the EPIC system is a plus.
4) Coding skills (Python, MATLAB , R, shell) are an advantage.

Type

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu



https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: [phone] By Email: [e-mail]