Research Coordinator - CAN Lab

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Clinical Affective Neuroscience lab directed by Dr. Gregory Strauss.

The role involves coordinating day-to-day responsibilities for the research protocol and handling clinical aspects of the program. Responsibilities include scheduling, recruiting and interviewing participants, conducting neuropsychological and computerized tests, and ensuring compliance with university procedures and sponsor policies.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge via apprenticeship, 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
• Familiar with scientific/medical terminology and research.
• Experience with data analysis software (Excel, SPSS, Access).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research activities with the principal investigator and comply with regulations.
• Schedule, recruit, interview participants; conduct neuropsychological testing.
• Supervise data entry and data uploads; coordinate with other lab sites.

Skills

Statistical interpretation

Data analysis

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Project management

Excellent communication

Independent work

Education

Apprenticeship

2-year degree

Professional certificate

Tools

SPSS

Excel

Access

Job description

Position Summary

This research coordinator position is within the Clinical Affective Neuroscience lab directed by Dr. Gregory Strauss. The role involves clinical aspects of the research program and coordinating day-to-day responsibilities for the research protocol.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2‑year degree, or professional certificate. Contact HR for evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Basic understanding and knowledge of scientific/medical terminology and research.
• Skill in statistical interpretation and data analysis using Excel, Access, SPSS, and other mandatory software.
• Detail oriented with strong accountability in research.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills for interviewing research volunteers, interacting with staff, and conducting experimental sessions.
• Ability to independently perform or lead research activities.
• Ability to participate in the design of research studies and preparation of technical procedures and reports.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 20 lbs and carrying up to 20 lbs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates with principal investigator to ensure that clinical research and related activities comply with regulations, sponsored agency policies, and university procedures.

Responsible for scheduling, recruiting, interviewing participants and performing neuropsychological and computerized testing. Must handle petty cash for research participant incentives.

Supervises data entry for the UGA site, uploads data to the online system, and coordinates with the lab coordinator at other sites.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Georgia is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility are encouraged to contact Central HR at [e-mail].