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Research lab manager/project coordinator position @ university of pittsburgh.

Research Lab Manager/Project Coordinator

LRDC - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23006328)

 Oversees day-to-day management and execution of multiple complex research projects and ensures compliance with all funding agencies and sponsors. Constructs data collection instruments and crafts promotional materials. Troubleshoots data and manages database. Assists with screening, recruitment, and enrollment of study participants. Performs budgetary and purchasing functions.

 This position is at the Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC), a multi-disciplinary center for research to advance the science of learning by bringing together leading researchers in the cognitive, social, and educational sciences. The Understanding Development in Diverse Contexts (UDDC) Lab is seeking a Lab Manager and Project Coordinator to join our research team. The UDDC Lab investigates structural, contextual, and sociocultural influences on child and adolescent academic achievement, psychological well-being, and physical health, with a particular focus on how race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status intersect to shape children’s development and the contexts they grow up in. The Lab Manager/Project Coordinator will report to and work closely with the lab director to oversee and coordinate the daily operations and research projects of the UDDC Lab. This position offers substantive opportunities for professional development, including the ability to pursue independent research projects using lab data, collaborate with the research team to perform quantitative and qualitative analyses and co-author publications, and receive guidance and mentorship geared towards the team member’s professional interests and aspirations. This position’s key responsibilities include the following: Provide technical and administrative support for research studies; manage lab administrative and financial operations and the preparation, submission, and modification of Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols; lead participant recruitment efforts, screen and obtain consent/assent from study participants; co-supervise a team of undergraduate and postbaccalaureate research assistants; co-manage efforts to establish, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with community-based stakeholders and organizations; manage lab communications across multiple platforms (e.g., social media, lab website); and complete other assigned duties that support the lab's research and training endeavors. Candidates should possess the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree (or possess skills and work experience commensurate with a BA/BS) in psychology, human development, education, sociology, social work, or other social science, though we will consider candidates with training outside of these fields and those without a BA/BS who can demonstrate the knowledge of psychological and behavioral science and research methods requisite for this role; research experience in the fields of psychology, child and adolescent development, or pre-K through grade 12 education; interest in and commitment to conducting policy-relevant research centered on promoting the health and well-being of ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse children and families; advanced computer and technology skills, including proficiency with basic office productivity tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides); superior problem-solving skills and a willingness to take initiative; ability to work independently as well as to seek support when necessary, prioritize competing projects and duties, and work collaboratively in a team environment; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and interpersonal skills and meticulous attention to detail. Experience using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R) and/or qualitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo) is desirable, but not required. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with application. 

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Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Research Program Supervisor

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Research Program Support

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00, occasional, limited evening/weekend hours

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range $42,969 - $53,711

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample

Optional Documents Not Applicable

Essential Functions Data collection, interviewing subjects, assist with grant submission and reporting, manage participant payments, utilize databases.

Physical Effort This position is primarily sedentary and involves significant periods of sitting (or standing based on the incumbent’s preferences) while using a computer, audiovisual, telephone, and other office equipment. The role involves some movement between lab spaces, offices, and conference rooms within the (wheelchair-accessible) workplace as well as some on-campus and off-campus (i.e., within the community at large) travel for recruitment, data collection, meetings, and other purposes. The incumbent may have to transport and carry recruitment and study materials and documents to different on-campus and off-campus locations, but no heavy lifting is required.

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Clinical Research Coordinator I

• Madison, Wisconsin
• SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH/PSYCHIATRY-GEN
• Staff-Full Time
• Opening at: Apr 3 2024 at 07:35 CDT
• Closing at: Apr 17 2024 at 23:55 CDT

Job Summary:

The Eating-related Methodology, Behaviors, and Risk (EMBARK) Lab is seeking a full-time research coordinator to assist with the development and implementation of several projects. The EMBARK lab is directed by Dr. Katherine Schaumberg, with a focus on the distinction between adaptive and maladaptive patterns of eating and exercise. The coordinator will assist in developing study protocols and IRB applications, along with recruitment and assessment of participants with eating disorders, social media management, data management, involvement in analysis of genomic and behavioral data, and preparation of scientific presentations and manuscripts. This opportunity is ideal for an individual who has a strong interest in pursuing graduate education in areas such as: clinical, counseling, or sport psychology; exercise science; nutrition; population health; data science. Applicants should be interested in working in a lab community that values empirical inquiry, psychological flexibility, and intensive collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• 20% Schedules logistics, determines workflows, and secures resources for a defined clinical research trial(s)
• 20% Recruits, screens, selects, determines eligibility and enrolls trial participants, collects information, and answers questions under supervision of a medically licensed professional. May perform basic medical assessments after completion of required training/certification, such as collecting vital signs, obtaining weight, and performing phlebotomy
• 10% Manages research workflow components, collects, prepares, processes, and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities, adhering to research protocols
• 5% Identifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levels
• 30% Serves as an initial point of contact for clinical research participants and clinical staff, providing information regarding research procedures, expectations, and informational inquiries. Ensures participants follow the research protocol and alerts Principal Investigator of issues
• 15% Conduct clinical assessments.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Required Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Psychology or a related field.

Qualifications:

-Experience with human research subjects preferred. -Experience with phlebotomy and blood processing preferred. -Experience with data management preferred.

Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 12 month appointment. This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Minimum $36,500 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at ( https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/ ).

Additional Information:

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional/supervisor references as a part of the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.

Alex Scaffidi [email protected] 608-262-7480 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Clin Res Coord I(RE015)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PSYCHIATRY/PSYCHIATRY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

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I AM  RESEARCH LAB

Identity, Advocacy, & Mental health Research Lab

PROJECT COORDINATOR

Application Due November 30, 2022

The project coordinator will perform a range of administrative, research, data collection, and knowledge translation activities and will assist with the implementation and delivery of a qualitative research study designed to better understand the lived experiences of Black queer people in Ontario during COVID-19.

The Black 2SLGBTQ+ well-being during COVID-19 study is a community-based research study funded by the Canadian Institute of Health Research. This qualitative study is a multi-sector partnerships between Black-led organizations like the Black Queer Youth Collective, Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention, and Womens Health In Womens Hands alongside the Black Research Committee of Toronto Metropolitan University and the University of Toronto. The project seeks to understand the unique experiences of Black Queer and Trans individuals during the pandemic and will examine the sexual health and mental health needs of Black queer people living in Ontario during COVID-19.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

- Undergraduate degree or higher (MA preferred) in psychology or a closely related field

- Experience in working in a research laboratory and/or project management preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Support grant administration and project implementation:

- Coordinating data collection and recruitment

- Corresponding with study participants via phone and email, booking appointments

- Response monitoring, and management of data files (e.g., in excel)

- Overseeing community group facilitators

- Writing up findings for academic presentations and papers

- Developing a variety of diverse knowledge dissemination materials (e.g., lay summaries, infographics, tweets)

- Providing detailed information on upcoming funding and reporting requirements

- Liaising with relevant stakeholders (e.g. collaborators, students, agencies, organizations) as directed

- Proof-reading content and fast checking of project and research documents

- Collating and organizing research, project, and grant materials

Provide administrative support:

- Responding to inquiries within the defined scope of the role and re-directing as appropriate

- Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, and providing meeting minutes

- Tracking timelines and project deliverables, and following-up on tasks

- Maintaining project records, and data archives

- Providing training to staff (and sharing policies, training, and protocol to staff)

- Writing routine documents and correspondence

- Editing work, and making revisions

- Getting price estimates with approval

- Providing IT and tech support around survey and data analytic platforms and programs

- Drafting materials for presentations

- Designing graphics and figures for presentations and reports

- Formatting manuscripts according to journals guidelines

- Updating websites and social media

- Providing administrative support to students and volunteers in the lab

APPLICATION

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume/CV to Dr. J. Garrett-Walker at [email protected] . Please also provide the names and contact information of two references. The subject line should be: Last Name – Project Coordinator. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Black, African, and Caribbean and/or sexual and gender diverse (2SLGBTQ+)  individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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