Research Coordinator 2 (NE S UAW Research)

Job Description

The Department of Neurological Surgery has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator 2 to join their team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

50% Training Project startup:

• Partner with investigators, research teams and IHS clinics from across the country on the national training start-up. Support the design and implementation of clinical training.
• Ensure that projects are executed successfully and completed within needed timeframes to meet research objective
• Serve as the point-person for tracking tasks and documents between UW and the IHS, and provide reports to faculty leadership on a weekly basis.
• Assist in complex IRB submittals
• Oversee and facilitate regulatory, budgetary, contractual, and all other aspects of training protocols, ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations, institutional policies, and the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as needed.
• Obtaining and submitting budget/billing information, initiation of CTAs, developing billing grids, communicating with clinical sites.
• Identify potential challenges and suggest appropriate courses of action in a timely manner and forward concerns and solutions to training leadership as appropriate.

25% Research Operations Support:

• Assist in the design and rollout of the training modules
• Coordinate multiple protocol-specific training curriculum efforts across clinical sites
• Maintain clear communication with the investigator and associated staff.
• Reconcile and review financial issues with department staff.
• Work closely with departmental staff and central offices to ensure financial stability, and confidentiality of the data for the projects.

20% Project Management

• Assist in developing protocols for training grants to meet successful milestones and adhere to monthly and annual timelines.
• Work with training team and directors to develop standard protocols for IRB documentation, status report submissions invoicing and billing.
• Identify and troubleshoot situations throughout the training rollout and implementation for successful outcomes.

5% Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years 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.

A D DITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in human subject’s research
• Demonstrated experience as a research coordinator for both investigator-initiated human subjects research projects and industry-sponsored clinical trials
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including patient interactions, consulting, and customer service skills
• Proficiency with standard MS Office software and database management, event planning and scheduling
• Ability to adapt and respond appropriately to competing priorities
• Highly self-motivated ability to take initiative to improve existing processes
• Familiarity with NIH and federally funded research or training grants
• Experience working in a clinical setting or for research related care
• Skilled in conference planning and online meeting management

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Management experience
• Experience with large scale or multi-site researcher studies
• Previous startup, regulatory, billing experience
• Experience working with American Indian or Alaska Native populations

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$65,352.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$120,372.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

50.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

UAW Research

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

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.

Our Commitment

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 UW Executive Order No. 81 .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .