Supervisor, Clinical Research

About the Lab
The ARISE Health Lab at Seattle Children’s Research Institute, led by Dr. Nia Heard-Garris, is dedicated to advancing health equity and improving health outcomes for youth, their families, and their communities. Through innovative, community-partnered research, the lab examines how social and structural factors shape health and well-being. Our mission is to translate research into meaningful interventions, policies, and practices that promote resilience, reduce health disparities, and create healthier futures for all children.

Supervisor, Clinical Research
The Supervisor leads the ARISE Health Lab’s research coordination team, and carries out the full scope of the Clinical Research Coordinator role for the lab and other PIs within the Division of General Pediatrics,

• Supervise, train, and mentor Clinical Research Associates/Coordinators, and support program development and oversight of the PI’s research studies.

• Lead participant recruitment, screening, and informed consent, and build and maintain relationships with community partners.
• Oversee data collection and management (REDCap and other databases), data quality, and research compliance.
• Maintain regulatory documents, support protocol implementation, and conduct routine study quality checks, in compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and Good Clinical Practice.
• Coordinate and lead operations with collaborating teams [and sites, where applicable].
• Primary project: the Rise & Thrive Study, which examines how participation in a community engagement program and an adult life skills program relates to mental health outcomes among adolescents and young adults.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills required.

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. At least five (5) years of research-related experience. Experience and demonstrated ability to implement and conduct Clinical Research Studies. Knowledge of federal regulations and guidelines related to human subjects, and pediatric participation in research studies. Experience training and supervising CRAs or other research staff. If assigned to a department/position that requires driving, must have a driving record acceptable to Risk Management. Licensure as a Medical Assistant Registered may be required for certain positions within 60 days of employment.

Required Credentials
Current Medical Assistant – Registered designation by Washington Department of Health (DOH) within 60 days of employment for certain positions. Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) for certain positions.

Preferred
Master's Degree in a health, or social services related field. Experience with the age-population of the participants in the study and their families. Experience conducting a structured assessment battery, including psychometric testing, developmental assessments, physical measurements, and/or actigraphy. Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) certification.

Compensation Range

$100,110.00 - $150,166.00 per year

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors .

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website

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