Overview:
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Project Director is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of child health equity-focused research studies.
This position will be primarily overseeing a new multi-site NIH-funded R01 focused on applying an antiracism lens to social determinants of health screening.
Interest in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and health equity is a must.
Responsibilities:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the smooth operation of the study on a day-to-day basis, interacting with investigators, consultants, board members, etc.
to ensure project timelines and goals are met Responsible for recruiting, screening, selecting, maintaining, and terminating study subjects for multiple protocols In conjunction with the protocol, monitor admission testing, assist with diagnostic procedures, and outpatient follow-up Collaborate with investigators in the development and coordination of all study collections measures and protocols Assist investigators with the interpretation of data collected and preparation of study reports Participate in the development, implementation, and ongoing functioning of the study tracking systems Recruit, help select, supervise, and evaluate all project staff Prepare ongoing summary reports of various data sources, and collaborate with investigators on data presentation, interpretation, and the writing of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals Coordinate the schedules of consultants to meet project plans Supervise the coordination of relationships with affiliated research sites and coordinate meetings of the project committee Monitor overall expenses for the study and assist in the development of annual budgets Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in a scientific or health care field, or equivalent experience 4 years of related experience 1 years of experience in the supervision of staff, project management, and budget development Experience with project development including development of protocols, forms, surveys, training materials, and evaluation procedures Ability to multi-task Comfort working independently with minimal oversight Demonstrated experience in data management and the use of computers Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills Ability to travel to off-site locations in Worcester, MA SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under the general direction of the Principle Investigator or designee
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Research Project staff
Hybrid position