Research Coordinator – SOM

NALHE; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NALHE is seeking a Research Coordinator to manage and coordinate projects within the Health System Science department. The role involves overseeing study activities such as recruitment, data collection, and IRB protocol preparation.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in research coordination, project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. This position is based in Pasadena, California.

Qualifications

• Experience in research project management and coordination.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee study coordination and ensure timelines are met.
• Prepare and manage IRB protocols and associated documents.
• Lead recruitment and data collection efforts.

Skills

Research coordination

Project management

Data collection

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Summary:

The Research Coordinator will provide research coordination and project management for the Health System Science (HSS) department within the Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine under the guidance of the Director of HSS Research Operations. The main functions of this position are to 1) provide study coordination and project management for several research awards – including coordination for all study activities, such as recruitment, data collection, and analysis, 2) coordinate proposal development for extramural funding, and 3) prepare IRB protocols and associated study documents to ensure regulatory requirements are met prior to new and incoming research studies.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide overall study coordination with internal and external team members.
• Plan, attend, and lead (as appropriate) project/proposal meetings, including coordination of internal team members and collaborating agencies and universities, on‑site and in the field.
• Prepare or review and disseminate meeting minutes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and collaborating institutions.
• Lead communication with select stakeholders.
• Assist with preparations for presentations.
• Develop timelines and project plans.
• Ensure timelines and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate or complete research purchases.
• Provide task supervision and guidance for Research Associates.
• Coordinate and/or facilitate data analyses for primary and secondary data, in collaboration with study investigator and supervisor.
• Coordinate proposal development, including: proposal and project timeline development; scheduling and planning meetings for collaborators; contributing to the development of drafts of research protocols, recruitment and consent documents, and data collection tools; developing staffing plans; and assisting with the development and writing of budget justifications for KPSOM as well as all sub‑sites.
• Research duties:
  • Lead the creation of project materials by drafting and revising documents (reports, training materials, study consent documents, data collection documents, etc.).
  • Conduct, coordinate, and manage data collection, including focus groups, interviews, and surveys – administered electronically, via telephone, and in person.
  • Facilitate recruitment and consent with potential research participants.
  • Enter data or coordinate and supervise data entry.
  • Review or edit data to ensure data quality.
  • Identify and address problems with data in collaboration with supervisor or Principal Investigator.
  • Create and/or maintain databases.
  • Conduct literature reviews.
  • Coordinate data analysis.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance: develop IRB and other regulatory systems protocols, applications, and renewals.
  • Prepare data for dissemination via journal or presentation in academic or community settings.
  • Work closely with and provide guidance for study research assistants and team members.