Research Coordinator

The Mechanisms Underlying Substance use and Externalizing (MUSE lab in the Department of Psychiatry, led by Dr. Frances Wang, studies the genetic and environmental influences on addiction and comorbid psychopathology. Dr. Wang is conducting a study to track the development of alcohol tolerance over time from the onset of regular drinking using both survey and ecological momentary assessment. We are seeking a Research Coordinator to lead all aspects of this 5-year longitudinal study with young adults. This position will involve contact with study participants, scheduling appointments, administering research questionnaires, follow-up of study participants, collecting, entering and verifying data, assisting in quality control procedures and general clinical research assistance.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilies:

• Perform duties for approved research projects according to defined protocols and procedures including appropriate collection, recording, and storage of data.

• Assist in hypothesis generation, data collection, data analysis and data presentation and publication.

• Assist in data collection and data entry and quality control of survey and ecological momentary assessment data.

• Revise, renew and maintain IRB approval, protocols and consent forms for studies.

• Maintain laboratory inventory, including timely ordering and receipt of required supplies and their proper storage.

• Administer questionnaires and assist with procedures for obtaining participant screening and recruitment as well as obtaining research data.

• Assist in the hiring and management of staff

• Assist in management of budget, reimbursements, invoicing

• Follow appropriate research policies and procedures including all applicable laws and regulations and maintains scientific integrity including accurate data storage.

• Follow the mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the clinical care of any patient.

• Complete online IRB certification modules 1 and 2 (Research Practice Fundamentals in accordance with Health Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh.

• B.A. degree, or equivalent combination of experience and training - including 3-5 years of experience in coordinating multiple aspects of research projects (patient recruitment, assessment, treatment planning, and data collection, required. Computer Skills (Microsoft Office Products.

• IRB experience preferred.

• Ability to accurately collect and store research data.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with patients, staff and investigators as well as maintain patient confidentiality.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently, must be able to work a flexible schedule based on study needs.

• Ability to interact with study participants and research and medical staff.

• Knowledge and skills necessary to interact appropriately with young adults.

• Knowledge of the principles of growth and cognition over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the participants' status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each participants' requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department's policy and procedures.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

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