Research Coordinator GS9098

About the role

This position will collaborate with research faculty, staff, and community partners to coordinate and support the longitudinal research project, the HEALthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) Study. This position will participate in executing the standardized research protocols for HBCD, monitor quality control for EEG and Biospecimen, including overseeing measurement and assessment tools, and supervise research visits with a team of graduate students, research assistants, and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with research faculty, staff, and community partners to coordinate and support the longitudinal research project, the HEALthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) Study.
• Participate in executing the standardized research protocols for HBCD, monitor quality control for EEG and Biospecimen, including overseeing measurement and assessment tools, and supervise research visits with a team of graduate students, research assistants, and volunteers.
• Provide expertise as it applies to research methods, manage internal communications with research team, support clinical alerts during research visits with vulnerable families, and be knowledgeable and capable to handle emergency or crisis situations during visits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or equivalent experiencedegree in health, agriculture, or related field
• Two-Three years or more experience implementing human subjects research with a focus on families with young children.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Knowledge of public health, family dynamics, infant and maternal health, organizing skills
• Detail-oriented
• Able to coordinate multiple aspects of a study and keep track of program activities and progress
• Cultural humility and sensitivity in working with diverse populations
• Able to listen and provide and receive constructive feedback

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$18.00 - $20.25 Hourly

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

Work Schedule

Some evenings and weekends are required, more specifically, two evening shifts per week are required plus a monthly weekend rotation.