Research Coordinator (Health Services Research)

Northeast Ohio Medical University; Rootstown Township (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Educational benefits

Professional development

Job summary

NEOMED's Health Services Research team seeks a Research Coordinator to assist in collaborative studies focused on health services delivery, social drivers of health, and workforce development. The role includes literature reviews, coordinating qualitative and quantitative projects, database maintenance, and preparing materials for dissemination.

As part of a mission-driven, team-oriented environment, you will support Principal Investigators, ensure safety and ethical standards, and help analyze

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or training.
• Minimum 2 years related research experience required.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience using statistical software.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal Investigator with scientific studies and data collection and dissemination for various research projects.
• Analyze study results using appropriate software and prepare reports.
• Maintain compliance with human subjects research protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or training

Job description

Research Coordinator (Health Services Research)

Position Type: Research

Department: Psychiatry

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Pay Grade: MN6

Department Specific Information: Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's (NEOMED) Health Services Research team. NEOMED has a focus area in Health Services Research represented by social and behavioral science faculty in the Departments of Psychiatry, Family and Community Medicine, and other collaborators, including faculty and clinician-researchers at University Hospitals of Cleveland. NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region.

We are seeking a Research Coordinator to assist in conducting collaborative health services research. Health services research is an interdisciplinary field that examines how organizations, social structures, processes, technologies, social factors, and personal behaviors influence access to and quality of care, as well as individual and population physical and mental health outcomes.

The Research Coordinator will assist collaborative partners engaged in qualitative and/or quantitative research in the areas of health services delivery, social drivers of health, implementation science, medical education and healthcare workforce development, behavioral health and primary health care services, and population health. Specific tasks include assisting in conducting literature reviews, coordinating qualitative and quantitative research projects, maintaining and organizing databases, assisting in analysis, summarizing findings, and other research-related tasks.

At NEOMED, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range: $38,811 – $45,926, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

• Healthcare Coverage
• Competitive medical,
• dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance
• Retirement
• State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off
• Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year
• Additional Benefits
• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

Summary

Summary: Assist the Principal Investigator in conducting research studies, collecting and analyzing and interpreting data, maintaining study documents, purchasing of study supplies and ensuring compliance with safety and ethical standards.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Research Assistance: Assist with scientific studies and perform research projects in collaboration with the designated Principal Investigators and other researchers. Execute scientific procedures with precision and attention to detail. Maintain study records and prepare materials for data collection and dissemination for various research projects. Responsible for best practices for study design, data collection, literature database searches, and dissemination.

Data Analysis

Record and organize data generated from data collection. Analyze study results using appropriate software and tools. Summarize and interpret findings and contribute to the preparation of research reports. Compile and update study notebooks, databases, and electronic records with detailed records of the study procedures, observations and results.

Research Study Compliance

Maintain compliance, study methods, and data analysis records in an orderly manner. Ensure data are securely stored and promptly report any issues. Adhere to human subjects research protocols and guidelines to maintain a secure work environment. Follow ethical standards and regulatory requirements applicable to the research field.

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or training
• Minimum 2 years related research experience required

Preferred Qualifications: Experience using statistical software

Physical Requirements: Must be able to use a phone, computer and other office equipment.

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.