Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

09/15/2021

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1127666

Position Title

Research Project Coordinator

Department this Position Reports to

Center for Technology and Behavioral Health

Hiring Range Minimum

$52,500

Hiring Range Maximum

$65,700

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

46 Centerra Parkway, Lebanon NH

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

NA

Is this a grant funded position?

Yes

Position Purpose

The Research Project Coordinator will play a key role in the operations of two innovative projects based at the Center for Technology and Behavioral Health at Geisel School of Medicine. The main project, funded by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, is a study to evaluate the efficacy of a yoga-mindfulness intervention to prevent relapse among pregnant and parenting women with substance use conditions. The other study, funded by the National Institute on Disability Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research, addresses adaptation and evaluation of a digital care management platform for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use conditions.

The Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the Research Project Manager and under the overall supervision of the Principal Investigator, Dr. Sarah Lord.

Note: Continuing employment is based on availability of grant funds.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social sciences or human services-related field, or the equivalent.
* At least 3 years of experience in behavioral health research and administration of study protocols, including recruitment outreach and consenting, assessment implementation, database management and participant tracking.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member.
* Meticulous attention to detail, organized, efficient, and able to handle competing priorities.
* Previous work with regulatory protocols in research studies.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master’s degree in social science or human services-related field.
* Experience with qualitative methods and analyses.
* Proficiency with SPSS, SAS or other statistical package.

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Sarah Lord

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Matt Browne

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.

Please note that Dartmouth has a COVID vaccination requirement for all employees; visit https://www.dartmouth.edu/hrs/ to review the policy and for details and information on requesting an exemption and/or reasonable accommodation. Compliance with the Dartmouth COVID -19 Employee and Appointee Vaccination Policy is a condition of employment.

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/59570

Key Accountabilities

Description

Research Responsibilities
Helps to create study protocols and standard operating procedures for study trials. Identifies and troubleshoots any challenges that arise in study trial execution. Ensures that study activities are carried out according to protocol, including but not limited to participant recruitment, implementation of study assessments and interviews, and required documentation.

Reviews entered data, resolves data queries and missing information. Documents all data accurately and according to protocol. Develops systems for timely tracking, organizing and disbursing study incentives. Maintains study files in accordance with federal regulations. Assists in management and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data. Assists in preparation of scientific presentations, reports, manuscripts and grants. Provides updates on study recruitment, safety events, achievement of study goals and follow-up retention rates. Prepares and manages regulatory documents for institutional review boards and study sponsor. Reviews filed regulatory documents for completion, reviews entered data stored both electronically and as hard copy, resolves data queries, and works with Project Manager and other study staff to identify or obtain missing information.

Documents all steps accurately and according to protocol or manual of procedures. Confirms that all data entry is complete and correct. Assures that Federal guidelines and requirements are met, and all work is completed in accordance with human subject research Good Clinical Practice. Assists in conduct of literature searches of identified topic areas. Participates in on-going trainings and keeps abreast of developments in the field.

Percentage Of Time

50

Description

Administrative Responsibilities
Assists in planning and organizing meetings (both remote and in-person), attends meetings and takes comprehensive meeting minutes. Works with Project Manager and other team members to develop and maintain an organized reference database.

Percentage Of Time

30

Description

Communication/Presentation
Establishes and maintains positive relationships with study staff, affiliates, and study participants and site affiliates. Effectively communicates study protocol and research goals to study affiliates, study sites, and other partners. Contributes to and works well with the study team and CTBH members. Properly represents the studies, CTBH, and Dartmouth College in all aspects of employment and associated duties. Manages study website and other technology components.

Percentage Of Time

20

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
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1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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