Research Coordinator III - Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center/HCPC at UTHealth Houston

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a transformative healthcare institution that prioritizes innovation and excellence in patient care. As part of a dynamic team, you will provide essential administrative support to inpatient psychology services and contribute to impactful research projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge mental health specialties and collaborate with dedicated professionals. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, generous time off, and a supportive work environment that values your wellbeing. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling

Gym membership discounts

Employee discounts on entertainment

Resources for child and elder care

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in research project management.
• Proficiency in statistical software and Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to inpatient psychology services and research projects.
• Manage calendars, coordinate services, and prepare various documents.

Skills

Statistical software (SPSS, R, Python, MATLAB)

Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Join a growing team! With the opening ofDunn Behavioral Sciences Center/HCPC at UTHealth Houston, we will soon have the largest academic psychiatric hospital in the country, serving the region with an 500+ bed facility. Our dedicated health care employees will have the opportunity to be exposed to a variety of mental health specialties and cutting-edge research. With exposure to a variety of specialties such as Acute, Subacute, and Intensive Outpatient, Continuum of Care, Mood Disorders, ECT, Early Onset Treatment , Adult General Psychiatry, Competency Restoration, Child and Adolescent, Juvenile Justice, Geriatric Psychiatry, Treatment Mall and Unit-Based Programming.

This dedicated team will work in an integrated campus to bring world class resources to the community. Apply today to be a part of this committed team serving the mental health needs of the area.

Position Summary:

Provide administrative coordination and support to the Inpatient Psychology services and team (25%), as well as support all aspects of psychology research projects within an inpatient psychiatric hospital (75%). Administrative tasks include managing calendars and schedules, coordinating psychological services, communicating with applicants for our training programs, as well as preparing various documents related to the psychology department. Research tasks include CPHS/IRB applications, data collection and management, engaging with research participants admitted to the hospital, conference presentation development, and manuscript development. Publication authorship possible.Provides day to day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.

Proficiency in statistical software programs such as SPSS, R, Python, and/or MATLAB

Proficiency in utilizing all Microsoft applications (outlook, excel, word, etc.)

Location: Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center/HCPC at UTHealth Houston

Dept.: BSC HCPC Psychology

Status: Full-Time

FLSA: Exempt

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Provides day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, and supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.
2. Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants.
3. May provide direction/recommendations by identifying opportunities to enhance, re-terminate, or re-direct resources across various research projects to ensure timely completion of project guidelines.
4. Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research planning meetings to prepare budget drafts for departmental leadership approval.
5. Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.
6. Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.
7. Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.
8. Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.
9. Provides work administrative direction and guidance to research and/or administrative staff personnel within department.
10. May review contracts and develop training.
11. May manage, through input to departmental leadership or directly, Human Resources activities for direct administrative reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Working knowledge of MS Office.

Preferred: Certification from the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC), Certified IRB Professional (CIP) or, Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC).

Depending on clinical trial, if nursing type duties are required, an RN license issued by the state of Texas is required.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

Five (5) years of relevant experience. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.