Research Coordinator, Infectious Diseases

About the role

The Research Coordinator (RC) will support the research studies and initiatives under the NIH-funded Massachusetts Community Engagement Alliance (MA-CEAL) Program. The RC is responsible for implementing the study and performing research activities using approved techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conducting participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment
• Administering quantitative survey questionnaires
• Conducting in-depth qualitative interviews with study subjects
• Generating reports
• Scheduling study visits
• Performing other administrative tasks to support the clinical study
• Ensuring data integrity, quality control, and compliance with all protocols
• Collaborating with community partners and other research investigators to fulfill responsibilities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. A Master's Degree in Public Health preferred
• Minimum 5 years' clinical research, public health experience or other relevant experience. May consider 3 years of experience for candidates with a Master's degree
• Previous experience with grant writing, IRB submissions, data management, and database development, preferred
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office applications preferred (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with statistical software a plus
• Working knowledge of electronic data capture systems, specifically REDCap
• Understanding of research components including data collection issues, human subjects protection, quality assurance and control
• Experience conducting interviews, coding, and analyzing qualitative data
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including strong attention to detail and the ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Flexible to work evenings or weekends when required

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required. A Master's Degree in Public Health preferred

Skills

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office applications preferred (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with statistical software a plus
• Working knowledge of electronic data capture systems, specifically REDCap
• Understanding of research components including data collection issues, human subjects protection, quality assurance and control
• Experience conducting interviews, coding, and analyzing qualitative data
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including strong attention to detail and the ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science

Pay

$53,000.00 - $77,000.00

Schedule

40 hours per week