USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Health Science Specialist- Research Study Coordinator
The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Health Science Specialist - Research Study Coordinator to work within the Research and Development Service at the VA Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. This role is responsible for managing clinical tests, collecting data, recruiting and managing subjects for clinical trials, and providing high-level technical support for projects in a comprehensive research setting.
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Responsibilities
Ensures research protocol development, coordination and technical management in a comprehensive research setting, providing day-to-day data management and site support
Manages implementation, control and reporting on clinical tests
Implements data collection and monitors protocols for difficult clinical research studies
Administers or monitors administration of tests and measurements required by project design
Records data from samples and specimens to ensure that all tracking data is organized and monitored during study progress
Ensures data collection and transmission activities are compliant with applicable data security and privacy policies
Oversees, screens, and evaluates recruitment of candidates for clinical research studies
Uses objective rating techniques to identify potential candidates for participation in study where project design is complex
Performs informed consent process and continuously educate participants on study processes and procedures
Analyzes processes and documentation to ensure compliance with all technical, regulatory requirements and information safety regulations
Organizes and maintains all study documents for management, data, record keeping, and/or compliance purposes
Gathers statistical and narrative data on project status; and
Perform other related duties as outlined in specific research protocols
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
English Language Proficiency Requirement: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
To qualify for this position, you must meet the following Basic Education Requirement for the 0601 series: You must have successfully completed a Bachelor's or graduate/higher-level degree, with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the Health Science Specialist - Research Study Coordinator
This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained
Transcripts (unofficial or official) must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation
In addition to the basic education requirement, to qualify for the GS-9 level, you must meet one of the following requirements: Specialized Experience: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal service
Specialized experience includes experience coordinating and managing the day-to-day clinical research projects and programs; recruiting, screening, enrolling and following-up on human research subjects; managing and coordinating research administrative activities; conducting analyses of work processes to evaluate programmatic efficiencies or inefficiencies; understanding human research practices to communicate effectively with staff and management; gathering study data to prepare and present briefings; and utilizing computer-based programs to maintain databases, produce reports, research information, etc
If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation
To qualify for this position at the GS-11 level, you must meet one of the following: Experience: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal service
Specialized experience is experience applying knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures and techniques required to conduct clinical health services research, and a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory requirements and ethical principles that guide human subject research; planning, scheduling, conducting and translating clinical health services research and study data; managing the operations of a research program and providing administrative support; interviewing and providing clinical research information to clinical participants; presenting data in research reports and assisting in the creation of various documents such as letters, memorandums, presentations
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
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