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Northwestern University · 1 day ago

Research Project Coordinator

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$0/yr - $60K/yr
date3+ years exp

Northwestern University is dedicated to fostering research on the health of LGBTQ populations and is seeking a Research Project Coordinator to manage daily operations of social-behavioral HIV public health implementation science research studies. The role involves overseeing study protocols, managing participant recruitment, and ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements.

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Responsibilities

Leads execution & control of social science project or research study
Coordinates processing & analysis of data, conduct of experimental tests & procedures
Ensures completion of study activities per protocol including recruitment
Ascertains pretreatment & eligibility requirements
Obtains informed consent
Interviews & obtains medical & social histories
Oversees & manages collection, maintenance, analysis & evaluation of data that will be used in grant submissions, presentations & publications
Ensures that information is entered correctly into databases
Assists PI in reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, formatting, editing, & preparing tables, charts, graphs, progress & final reports, etc
Coordinates between sponsoring agencies, collaborating organizations &/or other research &/or educational institutions
Orders & maintains inventory of study supplies
Trains, directs, assigns duties to & supervises research staff, students, residents &/or fellows
Acts as a mentor in regard to education of junior coordinators
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Research study experiencePublic health knowledgeProject managementQualitative researchData management softwareCommunication skillsAttention to detailTime managementTeamworkFlexibility

Required

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 3 years' research study or other relevant experience required; OR
Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 1 year research study or other relevant experience
Supervisory or project management experience required
Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every 3 years
Strong project coordination skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to adhere to instructions/procedures
Good communication skills; demonstrated effective spoken and written communication, including willingness to ask questions when clarification or amplification is required
Good time management skills; efficient and resourceful in problem-solving
Demonstrated ability to take ownership of the work, possessing initiative, good follow-through; ability to work without supervision
Ability to receive and benefit from feedback; willingness to expand skill set and improve
Flexibility in adapting to new procedures and environments
Ability to work in a team environment
Knowledge of basic computer skills, familiarity with Windows environment

Preferred

Experience working in public health, implementation, and/or program evaluation research
Experience with qualitative research and/or interviewing
Experiencing supervising research assistants and interns
Experience with HIV/AIDS and related issues
Experience working with LGBTQ and/or marginalized populations
Ability to write scientifically for dissemination of findings
Familiarity with data management software, including Qualtrics and/or REDCap
Knowledge of LGBTQ issues
Knowledge of racial disparities in health and related issues

Benefits

Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development

Company

Northwestern University

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Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
dateFounded in 1851
location
Evanston, Illinois, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.northwestern.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (280)
2022 (282)
2021 (184)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$98.02M
Key Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M

Leadership Team

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Diego Klabjan
Professor
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Henry Bienen
Interim President

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