Research Coordinator 1 - Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences within the UW School of Medicine currently has an outstanding opportunity for Research Coordinator 1 to join their team. This position supports the School Mental Health Assessment, Research, and Training (SMART) Center within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences by coordinating a multi-site, school-based suicide prevention research study across Washington State. The Research Coordinator 1 will recruit and engage participants, coordinate study activities and data collection, and deliver evidence-based interventions, including Signs of Suicide (SOS) and Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM), to students in grades 8–10. The position collaborates with investigators, research staff, schools, and community partners to ensure successful study implementation, intervention fidelity, participant retention, data quality, and regulatory compliance. Research Interventionist: Delivery and Fidelity (50%). Complete required certifications and ongoing training for intervention protocols. Monitor and document fidelity to intervention models. Participate in supervision and consultation sessions to ensure intervention quality. Research Project Coordination (50%). Coordinate day-to-day operations of assigned research studies, including planning, implementation, and tracking of study activities. Follow SOPs for study wide compliance with timelines, deliverables, and study progress across multiple school-based sites. Assist as needed with scheduling meetings, organization and distribution of all meeting minutes and study communications, processing travel reimbursements, ordering supplies, and finalization and ordering of study materials. Data Collection & Management: Collect, enter, and manage research data with high accuracy and timeliness; Maintain study databases (e.g., Perform data quality checks, resolve discrepancies, and respond to data queries. To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Ability to effectively communicate with study participants and community partners. 2-3 years post-bachelor's experience in children's community and school mental health research and human subjects and intervention research. Experience conducting focus groups, research interviews, electronic survey and experience coordinating school based and/or community-based research involving human subjects and data management activities. Experience working with educational systems, children's mental health. The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is the third largest department within the School of Medicine. The department supports over 330 full-time faculty members, 460 courtesy faculty members, and 350 staff, with overall annual operations funding from all sources exceeding $150 million supporting the work of faculty providing clinical services, a highly competitive residency training program, a robust research portfolio, and more. Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): Union/Bargaining Unit: UAW Research UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or .