Public Health Research Coordinator II (Hybrid) - Neurology

Position Summary Scheduled Hours: 40 Assists investigators as coordinator, otherwise known as a community health worker or community patient navigator, for community outreach for the Memory and Aging Project (MAP). May be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the school, sponsoring agency, community, and study participants. Increases responsibility for managing and recording all phases of study protocol as required by sponsoring agency to ensure compliance. Partners with the research team to cultivate culturally tailored care, increase diversity and inclusion, provide a welcoming environment for research, and create and maintain new research partnerships. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Liaises with the research participants and their study partners, investigator, community partners, and study team to connect participants with resources to address needs discovered during their research visit. Manages participant referrals from community partners, performs study screening, and serves as an ongoing point of contact for participants and their study partners. Confers with investigator to assist in developing plans for research projects and discuss the interpretation of results; collaborates in the preparation of manuscripts for publications and preparation of grant proposals to sponsoring agencies; assists in the preparation of amendments to protocols and/or modifications to study design as appropriate while maintaining an environment that is safe, comfortable, and culturally appropriate for patients and their families. Coordinates the culturally tailored development of forms, questionnaires, and the application of research techniques; assists in writing instructional procedure manuals for study progress, data collection and coding; reviews journals, abstracts and scientific literature to keep abreast of new developments and to obtain information regarding previous studies to aid in the planning of new studies. Routinely and with increasing independence implements, manages, and ensures timely completion of all phases of study/protocol; assists investigator with development of participant recruitment plan; has increasing responsibility for ensuring compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies; establishing record-keeping systems; making assessments and determinations of participants’ progress in the study and recording results into study database; analyzing, investigating, and reporting adverse events; making decisions as when to notify investigator of emergent issues, when to recommend stopping participant inclusion, and/or to make and/or recommend adjustment of the protocol of particular participants; resolving IRB/protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate; and serving as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency. Evaluates, analyzes, and interprets qualitative and/or quantitative data of moderate complexity in conjunction with PI as applicable and appropriate; with increasing independence, prepares oral or written presentations or reports and analyses setting forth progress trends and provides recommendations or conclusions of the same. Performs other duties incidental to the work described herein. Working Conditions Job Location/Working Conditions Patient care setting Normal office environment Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table Community engagement and will occasionally need to conduct work at community partner centers in addition to Washington University Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Education Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications / Professional Licenses No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience Public Health (2 Years) Skills Not Applicable Driver’s License A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Education Preferred Qualifications No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications / Professional Licenses No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience Public Health, Epidemiological, Behavioral Medicine, Psychological, Sociological, Anthropological, Clinical, Or Urban Planning Research (1 Year) Skills Clinical Research Management, Database Management, Public Health Research, Qualitative Analysis Software, Quantitative Analysis Software, Spreadsheets Grade C10 Salary Range $52,600.00 - $78,900.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. 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The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis