Research Coordinator I - Pediatrics - Nutrition (On-site) Part-time

Job Duties

• Carry out multiple facets of data collection with child research participants and their parents in laboratory or home environments, including executive functioning test administration, saliva collection, and recordkeeping.
• Learn basic laboratory procedures, including assessment of circadian rhythms via salivary melatonin, behavioral sleep assessment tools, and tests of executive function.
• Ensure accurate data collection, documentation, organization, and the safety of research participants.
• Interview, screen, and recruit patients for studies. Explain processes and procedures to educate participants about the research study.
• Collect patient information.
• Process, document, and enter information into a database.
• Collect, process, ship, and maintain paperwork for blood, saliva, and/or biological specimens according to procedures outlined in the study protocol.
• Maintain records and regulatory documents for research studies.
• Schedule research participants for tests and procedures, such as laboratory tests, X-rays, and other studies specific to the research protocol.
• Retrive and submit test results to the appropriate parties.
• May correspond with patients throughout the study.
• Travel to participants' homes for data collection.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a related field. No experience required with preferred degree.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office and front-end database systems (e.g., REDCap).
• Experience with spreadsheets and database management.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to take initiative and meet deadlines set by the Manager and/or Principal Investigator (PI).
• Willingness to travel to participant homes for data collection.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.