Clinical Research Coord I

Job no: 535643
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 36020000 - PHHP-COM EPIDEMIOLOGY

Classification Title:

Clinical Research Coordinator I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Clinical Research Coordinator I

Job Description:

The University of Florida (UF) Department of Epidemiology seeks a diligent, detail-oriented individual to function as a Study Coordinator for the ABCD-Social Development Study. The coordinator will administer Informed Consent and conduct study interviews with eligible individuals, i.e., parents and children participating in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study. Oversees scheduling of all study interviews, and also responsible for completing associated paperwork and editing interviews for quality control purposes. Coordinator will manage funds for participant remuneration through the Research Participant Payments system. The coordinator will train and supervise other staff also conducting ABCD-Social Development interviews and will also interact with the interviewers on the main ABCD project at the UF site. Coordinator will carefully track study progress for compliance and reporting purposes, including regular meetings with UF faculty, and also participate on regular study calls with other staff in the multisite study. Position will provide support for retention for multiple follow-up interviews across longitudinal study.

Administers Informed Consent and conducts study interviews with eligible individuals, i.e., parents and children participating in the ABCD study. Supports the safety of participants by monitoring for emergency referrals. Ensures completion of all study forms and protocols. Reviews and edits interviews to ensure compliance with study procedures and integrity of data. Manages the scheduling of all study interviews according to study protocol.

Trains and supervises other staff also conducting ABCD-Social Development interviews.

Interacts with other coordinators in the multisite study nationwide as well as the interviewers on the ABCD project, including attending weekly team meetings.

Provides support as needed to ensure retention of research participants for follow-up interviews.

Manages requests for funds for participant remuneration through the Research Participant Payments system and logs all payments made.

Tracks study progress for compliance and reporting purposes and meets weekly with PI to review progress.

Expected Salary:

$52,600 - $56,000 commensurate with education, skills, and experience.

The University of Florida (UF) offers an exceptional benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance; state retirement plans; a generous leave program; and tuition assistance. UF is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer. For more information on benefits, please visit HR Benefits and Rewards at https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/ .

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, coupled with the knowledge of when to seek advice.
Honest, trustworthy, able to think strategically as demonstrated in interview.
Able to manage day-to-day activities while juggling other responsibilities.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Understanding of the importance of confidentiality.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Schedule: Usually Monday-Friday 9am-6pm. Position requires flexible hours including evenings and weekend hours to accommodate participants’ availability

This position is time limited.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veterans’ status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System ate 800-955-8771 TDD. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted according to Florida’s Sunshine Law

Health Assessment Required: No

Salary : $52,600 - $56,000