Research Coordinator I

These positions serve as Research Coordinator I for the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology in the Woods Neuromodulation Lab (https://woodslab.phhp.ufl.edu/) in the Center for Cognitive Aging and Memory (CAM). The incumbents are expected to coordinate with Department faculty and staff in all aspects of assigned research studies, under the supervision of Dr. Stacey Alvarez-Alvarado. These positions are located in Jacksonville, FL.

Responsibilities for the positions include:

Conduct study visits following research related protocols, ensuring research and laboratory safety measures are met. Collect participant forms and documents such as consent forms, medical history, and medication inventory. Administer psychological questionnaires. Perform research procedures and tests such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), cognitive testing, physical performance testing.

Coordinate the daily activities of research studies. This includes scheduling research participants while observing study-imposed time windows. Tracking study activities and deviations. Working closely with Principal Investigators (PI) to identify, recruit and enroll potential study participants, which may include developing recruitment materials. Communicate with study Medical Director on participant adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs). Issue study documents, create and maintain source documents. Ensure that study documents are properly organized and preserved in the REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) system. As needed, assist with research billing documents, and assist with IRB reviews and other research related compliance reports and tasks.

Assist with communications to research participants, PI’s, and team members. Receive study participants and aide during the check-in & out process. Update participant tracking logs as needed. Maintain communication via phone and letters to study participants. Obtain quotes for lab equipment and coordinate purchase orders. Monitor lab supplies and notify appropriate personnel for replacements. As needed, perform phone screens, data entry, and IRB related clerical duties.

Oversee the research activities of OPS, Graduate Assistants, and volunteers. Assist with training new employees in research-related activities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

$40,000 – $50,000 annually, based on education, skills and experience

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Previous experience in human participant’s research studies.

• Ability to work collaboratively.

• Familiarity with UF research policies, procedures, and systems (Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap), statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS)).

• Previous research experience in study protocols, IRB, and managing research data.

• Previous experience preparing research-related manuscripts and presentations, experience with quantitative sensory testing, MRI-related research, and safety.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (ex. Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

• Strong organizational, interpersonal and team building skills.

In order to be considered, you must upload a cover letter, CV or Resume, and a list of references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position has been reposted; previous applicants remain under consideration and need not apply.

This recruitment will hire up to two individuals. These are time-limited positions.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We welcome nominations of and applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.