Research Coordinator II

University of Georgia

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Research Coordinator II to support a NIA-funded study on technology use and cognitive aging. You will manage IRB approvals, develop SOPs, recruit participants, document informed consent, and oversee data and biospecimens using REDCap and other tools.

You will also assist with grant reporting and help graduate students with lab procedures while ensuring protocols are followed and high data quality is maintained.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
Master's degree in psychology, neuroscience, public health, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement standard operating procedures for research, recruit participants, and collect and manage behavioral data.
Manage IRB approval and monitoring processes for the project.
Collect and manage biospecimens for research.
Co-author publications and presentations.
Assist with grant progress reporting.

Skills

IRB management

REDCap proficiency

Data management

R statistical analysis

Supervising students

Grant reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Position Summary

The Research Coordinator will support activities in a research lab within the Cognitive Aging Research and Education Center, most prominently a National Institute on Aging funded research project investigating the relationship between technology use and cognitive decline in older adults. The primary responsibilities of the Research Coordinator will be to manage institutional review board (IRB) approval/monitoring, develop and implement standard operating procedures for research, recruit participants, document informed consent, collect and manage human subjects data using REDCap and other research tools, collect and manage biospecimens, and assist with grant progress reporting. Other academic support activities may be assigned to the Coordinator as needed. There will also be opportunities to implement lab procedures and ensure protocols are followed by graduate students.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement standard operating procedures for research, recruit participants, and collect and manage behavioral data. Duties may also include managing protocols used by grad students in the lab.
40
Manage and coordinate grant processes, including the Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval and monitoring process
35
Collect and manage biospecimens for research
15
Co-author publications and presentations
5
other duties as assigned
5

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in psychology, neuroscience, public health, or a related field

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Experience conducting human subjects research, including IRB approval/monitoring, recruitment, informed consent, collection of digital, behavioral, and biospecimen data, and data management.
Proficiency in project design in REDCap.
Proficiency with basic statistical analyses in R.
Experience supervising undergraduate students.
Experience with grant progress reporting.

Physical Demands

Sitting or standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 20 pounds

Driving Requirement

Yes

Position of Trust

Yes

Access to Financial Resources

P-Card Requirement

Having P-Card as Essential Function

Direct Interaction or Care of Children Under 18

Security Access

Yes

Credit Background Check Policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Employee
Full/Part time: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm occasional after hours or weekend
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Location: Athens Area
Posting Number: S15961P
Working Title: Research Coordinator II
Department: Public Health-Gerontology Inst

EEO Policy 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, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

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