Research Project Coordinator

Dartmouth College

Lebanon, Northern (NH, KY)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Dartmouth College in Lebanon, NH seeks a Research Project Coordinator to support the NIH-funded Environmental influences on Children’s Health Outcome (ECHO) birth cohort study. The role coordinates recruitment, data collection, and multi-site activities with minimal supervision.

You will ensure data integrity, participant engagement, and timely reporting while adhering to protocols and safety training requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in health or social sciences, or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
5 years’ experience coordinating research projects,Recruiting and interviewing participants or comparable experience.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate a complex research project with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates independence and responsibility for timely completion of activities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and web-based applications.
Ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment to address open-ended problems.
Superior verbal communication and writing skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Must complete educational requirements for Dartmouth IRB and safety training; valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

Recruit and enroll study participants remotely and in person.
Coordinate recruitment activities using established study protocols.
Implement research activities including surveys, data collection, and management.
Maintain high level of research professionalism to retain participants.
Provide education on informed consent, materials, and follow-up per protocols.
Coordinate samples with laboratories and ensure data delivery per protocol.
Enter accurate study data in databases in a timely manner.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Study coordinator

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Time management

IRB training

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based applications

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Position Information

Posting date 08/17/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1129680

Position Title

Position Title Research Project Coordinator

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $57,100

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $71,570

Union Type

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

If yes, length of term in months. N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? Yes

Position Purpose

To support the Department of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth in achieving its mission to conduct rigorously constructed research and apply state-of-the-art and novel methods and technologies to advance the field of epidemiology and impact human health and disease. In collaboration with project leaders, the Research Project Coordinator will coordinate the implementation and ongoing activities for a large National Institute of Health ( NIH ) funded Environmental influences on Children’s Health Outcome ( ECHO ) birth cohort study.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in health or social sciences, or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
5 years’ experience working as a study coordinator, recruiting and interviewing research participants, or comparable experience.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate a complex research project with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates a high degree of independence and responsibility for ensuring timely completion of project activities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and web-based applications.
Ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment to address open-ended problems.
Superior verbal communication and writing skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Must complete educational requirements for Dartmouth Committee on the Protection of Human Subjects ( IRB ) upon hire and appropriate laboratory and safety training(s).
Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to other study sites in the region of the research study as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in health or social sciences or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working with children.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Jennifer Egner

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-5416

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jennifer Egner, Associate Research Director

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment, Interviewing and Measurement/ Specimen Collection

Responsible for recruitment/enrollment of study participants remotely and/or in person.
Coordinates, schedules, and completes recruitment activities using established study protocols.
Implements the research activities including distribution and completion of surveys, data collection and management, subject identification, recruitment, interviewing, and scheduling.
Maintains a high level of research professionalism to maintain participant engagement and retention.
Provides education and instruction to participants on informed consent, study materials, collection of samples, measurements, and follow‑up processes according to protocols.
Conducts necessary follow‑up activities as needed and coordinates with laboratory and other study personnel to ensure specimens and measurements are collected, processed, entered into databases, and delivered according to protocol.
Enters accurate study data in established databases in a timely manner according to protocols.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 50

Description

Coordination

Works closely with the principal investigator and research directors on the development of, revisions and updates to protocols, study materials, and supplies.
Maintains close communication with the principal investigator, study research directors, and other study staff regarding study progress, processes, and the collection and delivery of samples.
Assists study research directors with data monitoring and tracking activities, preparation of reports, Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) renewals and revisions, and coordination of other administrative activities as needed.
Coordinates collection and delivery of samples with laboratory, clinics, hospital staff, and other study staff as needed.
Maintains study supplies, equipment, and materials

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 20

Description

Medical Records

May conduct medical record reviews according to study protocols and may act as a clinical resource to other study staff for medical record reviews.
Maintains working relationships with medical and administrative staff to coordinate medical record review activities.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 15

Description

Data Management

Ensures that data are successfully collected and managed.
Ensures that subject and data confidentiality is maintained, and data integrity is maintained.
Generates pertinent reports on a monthly or as‑needed basis. Assists in the organization of study-related protocols on the server.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 5

Description

Project Support

Coordinates periodic review and update of protocols and assists in preparation of materials for IRB requests and renewals.
Maintains accurate and efficient tracking system for study documents approved by IRB and assures protocol materials are up to date and distributed appropriately.
Coordinates mailings for study subjects, follows up with staff on missing forms and materials, and maintains a supply of materials for staff.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 5

Description

Other study tasks as needed
Adheres to the most current public health recommendations regarding COVID -19, including symptom surveillance, screening questions, and personal protective equipment.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 5

-- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

-- Performs other duties as assigned.

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