Research Coordinator

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$10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS (connect with our Talent Acquisition team on eligibility requirements)

The Research Coordinator will work Part Time, Days and will be primarily responsible for the successful data collection/intervention implementation of the assigned study. The Research Coordinator is responsible for all day to day aspects of running the assigned study. This involves intimate knowledge of all study grant narratives and budgets, as well as capability for interfacing with the community. Collaborates with other researchers on a local and national level as required. Research may include field studies, data collection, and surveillance.

• The Research Coordinator must be able to set up and supervise data collection/intervention implementation. Coordinates the day to day activities of Research Assistants assigned to the study and works closely with the study Principle Investigator and departmental leadership to ensure the successful implementation of all aspects of the study.
• The Research Coordinator assures accurate data collection/intervention implementation, data entry and data management for multiple studies.
• All data for designated studies will have been collected according to protocol as demonstrated by data audit.
• All data will have arrived and have been entered on a timely basis as demonstrated by review of study timeline.
• All project activities will be prioritized, and project tasks will be given to research assistants or other project staff as available and appropriate. Activities will be coordinated such that workloads are reasonable and staff needs are planned for.
• The Research Coordinator collaborates with Data Manager and Statistician to coordinate file creation, data maintenance, and data analysis as needed.
• The Research Coordinator can identify where housekeeping file, data hardcopies, study protocol book and other study files are kept, and ensure that they are current.
• The Research Coordinator will know where IRB consent forms and correspondence is located, and ensures that they are current.
• Data collection protocols for assigned studies are documented in print and data collection forms are easy to use.
• The Research Coordinator meets with Statistics and Computing Center staff as necessary.
• The Research Coordinator actively monitors progress of project and keep study PI and staff appraised as to progress, problems, anticipated busy times.
• The Research Coordinator will have presented updated study timeline at monthly research meetings.
• All logistical problems with data collection/intervention implementation will have been first identified by the Study Coordinator, then shared with study leadership.
• Responsibilities for dissemination.
• Will have performed text editing and formatting for relevant journal submissions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Performs literature review by assigned deadline when asked.
• The Research Coordinator reviews and provides feedback for colleagues’ work in a timely fashion when asked.
• The Research Coordinator presents the study at regional, national and international conferences where appropriate.
• The Research Coordinator keeps abreast of appropriate research developments, and other agricultural health and safety issues.
• Coordinator subscribes to agricultural health and safety research e-groups as appropriate.
• Seeks collaboration with other researchers in the field as evidenced by collaboration notes.
• The Research Coordinator communicates regularly with key stakeholders including collaborating agencies, private industry groups, farm advocacy groups, government agencies and agricultural health and safety researchers.
• Facilitates collaborations between key stakeholders to ensure study outcomes are met.
• Leads effective focus groups/market testing for targeted organizations
• The Research Coordinator works with study team, contract staff and organizations to improve recruitment materials, improve study design and ensure the rigorous collection of study data.
• Facilitates effective communication with collaborating parties to ensure sustainable outcomes that meet the needs of all parties involved.
• Provides study feedback on a regular basis.
• The Research Coordinator will have produced and disseminated at least one study update for each project each year.
• The Research Coordinator will have present preliminary findings at least once per year.
• The Research Coordinator will meet with Senior Coordinator on a monthly basis and PI as needed to communicate study progress and review study timeline and planning.
• The Research Coordinator will monitor study resources and provide feedback to Manager on a regular basis.
• Intervention and Evaluation.
• The Research Coordinator works closely with design team to implement modifications to planned interventions.
• Ensures adequate evaluations of interventions in real world field applications.
• Works closely with key stakeholders to ensure that resources are allocated optimally in order to adequately carry out program goals in the necessary time frame.
• Pursue appropriate training dependent on the focus of intervention chosen by stakeholders.

Education:

• Master's Degree in Public Health or other fields utilizing population research, agricultural health, and/or community organizing, required (Bachelor's degree with extensive relevant experience may be considered)

Experience:

• Experience carrying out research studies preferred

Skills:

• Computer Skills
• Public Speaking
• Research Activities/Investigation
• Interacting with People

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, walking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)
• Occasional fit testing
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, seeing/monitor/computer use

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, burns, chemical, electrical, explosives, mechanical

Working Conditions:

• Occasional extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors

Travel:

• Extensive Travel - You should expect to travel every week

Benefits:
Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits and more…

Throughout our network, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.