Research Study Coordinator 1

Job Description

The Center for Child and Family Well-being in the Department of Psychology has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator 1 to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Associate Director of Community Outreach and Training, this position is responsible for research participant contacts, enrolling participants in studies, data collection and management, and report writing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in study recruitment and communications: Contacting program facilitators and community partners to share recruitment materials. (20%)
• Participant Contact: Screen prospective participants to determine eligibility according to research protocol; review and explain consent forms, questionnaires, and surveys with prospective subjects; conduct interviews according to established protocol. (20%)
• Assist in study management and coordination: Uploading, downloading participant data into the data collection system; scheduling and tracking the administration of surveys; building and testing surveys; manual data entry; assist with coordination of participant assessments. (20%)

• Assist in data analysis: Creating and running reports in RedCap; cleaning and organizing data sets in Excel; running descriptive analyses in Excel; creating tables and pie charts in Excel; copying qualitative data from Excel into MS Word and formatting documents. (20%)
• Administrative Support: Coordinating multiple study group calendars and timelines; manually entering survey feedback; and preparing research packets/manuals as needed. (20%)

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of college level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience performing work in support of clinical, biomedical, or behavioral research studies involving human subject.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications

• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in REDcap.
• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Word. Experience conducting research online and using online databases such as PubMed.
• This role requires exceptional attention to detail and ability to create timelines, work independently, and meet deadlines. Must demonstrate an ability to follow projects, tasks, and assignments through to completion and ensure accuracy.
• Ability to communicate with diverse individuals and offices at the UW and in the community.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health or a related field OR equivalent education/experience
• Interest in well-being research and programs

About the Team
The Center for Child and Family Well-Being (CCFW) promotes the positive development and well-being of children and families by building multi-disciplinary research programs, translating research findings for application, and sharing knowledge through education, professional training and outreach to the community. CCFW is evaluating the implementation of prevention and well-being promotion programs in the community and on college campuses. We collaborate with local nonprofit agencies to offer well-being programs for parents, youth, young adults, and the professionals who work with them. The CCFW team cultivates a positive, supportive work environment. This position offers outstanding experience in coordinating research projects, managing research data sets, running basic analyses, and writing reports, and conducting library/online research -- skills that are critical to any business, nonprofit, government, or educational career.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$45,288.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$56,124.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or

dso@uw.edu

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.