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University of Washington

Research Coordinator

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


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Department of Medicine: General Internal MedicineBenefits:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The University of Washington’s Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM) is considered to be among the top Divisions of General Internal Medicine in the nation. The Division has a workforce of over 550, with 460+ faculty members who are known for their outstanding research, teaching, and patient care.Position Purpose:

The Division of General Internal Medicine in the Department of Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Research Coordinator. This position will facilitate investigator-initiated research projects and implement study procedures across multiple projects to test hypotheses in human subjects.Position Complexities:

This position is responsible for implementation of research policies, procedures, data collection, and assisting in developing and refining study procedures, writing protocols and documentation of procedures. The Research Coordinator will work in a team effort, functioning as a facilitator with and communicator to project investigators and senior study personnel. This individual will work directly, in-person with research volunteers and will be responsible for the implementation of procedures and data collection for studies focusing on children and adults with obesity.Position Dimensions and Impact to the University:

The position will work with investigators, collaborators (both UW and outside institutions), multiple UW entities (MRI facility, Clinical Research Units) and the research team to ensure timely and correct implementation, progress, and completion of research projects.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProtocol Implementation (~65%)Lead Coordinator for study visit implementation on multiple research projects. Recruit, schedule, and execute study visits. Ensure protocol adherence, accurate data collection and successful completion of study visits within required time frames to meet research objectives.Serve as primary point of contact for research volunteers (and families).Maintain knowledge and understanding of all active research studies to ensure regulatory compliance and dissemination of appropriate study information to research participants during the consenting process and throughout their study enrollment period.Generate procedures and guidelines for team members to follow to ensure data collection standards; write and maintain SOPs for data entry, study visit procedures, study visit execution, and quality control procedures.Assist in study start-up activities for projects as lead coordinator. Establish visit day execution protocols, incorporate/establish new techniques/measures.Establish participant-facing needs (i.e., Questionnaires, other docs) in RedCap or other for lead coordinator projects.Serve as research team’s study visit point of contact, provide support, training and/or guidance related to study visit procedures for collaborators.Process lab samples, ship specimens in accordance with federal and institutional biologics shipping regulations.Complete DEXA total body scans, UA pregnancy tests, complete anthropometric measures including: height, weight, waist, hip, neck circumference, take vitals: HR and BP (via sphygmomanometer and electronically).Ensure study participant MRI safety. Execute MRI procedures for study visits.Serve as the primary contact for University of Washington facilities at which research studies occur, including ensuring compliance with requirements for study registration, protocols, scheduling, and/or safety certification.Data/Reporting (20%)Ensure timely data entry and double data entry into electronic capture platforms.Compile data into database(s) as needed. Collapse and/or score data as needed.Write summary reports regarding visit results, observations, and key events and send reports to research study team and/or present summaries to research team at meetings.Write methods for study visit procedures and generate study visit paradigm figures for publications and grant proposals.Other (15%)Track participant payment/reporting needs across all projects on team. Assess for efficiencies and improved process within constraints of UW systems.Order and manage study supplies and research new supplies to meet changing needs.Participate in training of new staff/team members as needed.Coordinate meetings among project leaders and teams.Other duties as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBA degree in a health sciences or related field and a minimum of 1 year of related experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSPrior clinical research experience in adults and children with obesity.Experience with MRI in a research setting.Ability to assess for study eligibility including MRI-safety, medical conditions, and medications.Strong communication and time-management skills.Detail-oriented, pro-active and flexible.Ability to work independently and part of a collaborative team.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience working at UW MRI facilities (DISC and BMIC).Experience using RedCap or other software for data capture and organization.Experience with regulatory approvals and contract agreements related to data activities.Application Process:

The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”.

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