SEARCH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Project Director is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of research studies.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the smooth operation of the study on a day-to-day basis, interacting with investigators, consultants, board members, etc. to ensure project timelines and goals are met
• Responsible for recruiting, screening, selecting, maintaining, and terminating study subjects for multiple protocols
• In conjunction with the protocol, monitor admission testing, assist with diagnostic procedures, and outpatient follow-up
• Collaborate with investigators in the development and coordination of all study collections measures and protocols
• Assist investigators with the interpretation of data collected and preparation of study reports
• Participate in the development, implementation, and ongoing functioning of the study tracking systems
• Recruit, help select, supervise, and evaluate all project staff
• Prepare ongoing summary reports of various data sources, and collaborate with investigators on data presentation, interpretation, and the writing of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals
• Coordinate the schedules of consultants to meet project plans
• Supervise the coordination of relationships with affiliated research sites and coordinate meetings of the project committee
• Monitor overall expenses for the study and assist in the development of annual budgets
• Perform related duties as assigned.        

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in a scientific or health care field, or equivalent experience
• 4 years of related experience
• 1 years of experience in the supervision of staff, project management, and budget development
• Experience with project development including development of protocols, forms, surveys, training materials, and evaluation procedures
• Demonstrated experience in data management and the use of computers 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to travel to off-site locations

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the general direction of the Principle Investigator or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Research Project staff

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Usual office and/or scientific laboratory environment, may work with hazardous materials and unpleasant odors

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the criminal-legal system and behavioral health systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining academic-practitioner partnerships.
• All applicants should have demonstrated commitment to building and promoting equitable, diverse, and inclusive research environments and be willing to contribute to our research team and institutions diversity and inclusion values and goals.
• We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, people with lived experiences, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position

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