CHEManager International · 12 hours ago
Research Project Associate
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $50K/yr
3+ years expTemple University's School of Medicine is seeking a Research Project Associate to provide project and program support for research studies and community health programs at the Center for Asian Health. The role involves project coordination, community outreach, data collection, and report preparation, working under the supervision of the study Principal Investigator and Study Manager.
Responsibilities
Provides comprehensive project/program support to a supervisor that includes but is not limited to: assisting with project planning, timelines, logistics and implementation; participant recruitment; assisting with project data collection and management activities; and translations as needed. Ensures tasks are completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with research protocols
Receives, classifies, reconciles and consolidates data. Compiles and prepares progress tracking and reports, verify information, determines report format, identifies discrepancies and make corrections. Research problems, issues and concerns and responds to requests for information and summarizes data based on information compiled from various sources. Ensures all documentation is well-organized, accurate, and submitted on schedule. Supports preparation of IRB amendments, protocol updates, and study documentation as needed
Schedules appointments, preparing for study filed activities (checking the logistics, preparing on-site materials, participant and collaborators gift cards management, ordering and setting up food, etc., as needed) and other related duties
Serves as a liaison between internal study team members, external collaborators, community partners, and participants. Ensures timely communication, organizes meeting agendas and notes, and maintains detailed documentation of action items
Complete all required trainings for participating in human subject research (e.g., CITI training). Adheres to research ethics, IRB requirements, and institutional policies
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as required
Participate in research literature searching and review, provide support for conference abstract and presentation preparation, research manuscript development
Conduct outreach activities to recruit potential participants for research projects
Assists in the creation/translation of culturally specific hand-outs, flyers and other materials for the communities
Outreach to community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, cultural groups, schools and other community spaces for the project
Conduct culturally tailored health education workshops at community and faith-based organizations
Foster relationships with community leaders and engage them in project meetings/coalitions
Works a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends for community events, recruitment sessions, data collection, and workshops, based on project needs
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in public health, sociology, nursing, psychology, or similar field, with at least three years of experience in health/public health, community engagement, program development and coordination
Effective oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills. Fluency in English; Fluency in Asian languages, spoken and written
Self-starter, highly organized, ability to prioritize, multi-task, work within deadlines, and pay attention to details. Strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressure
Strong time-management and organizational skills and ability to work well under pressure
Strong knowledge/skills required (eg. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Zoom or other online meeting platforms)
Preferred
Experience with program development and implementation coordination, community health education, providing training, and/or technical assistance preferred
Experience working with diverse stakeholders and medically underserved communities
Benefits
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Company
CHEManager International
Wiley’s leading media brand providing first-hand information on the global chemical, life science and process industries
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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