Research Coordinator I - NEP in Worcester, Massachusetts at SCHOOL

Overview

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Coordinator I is responsible for carrying out multiple complex research protocols.

Responsibilities

· Collaborate with investigators in the design, development, and documentation of data forms, questionnaires, and other survey materials

· Responsible for aspects of the development of research recommendations and the design of

research projects

· Participate in the grant, manuscript, and Institutional Review Board process

· Develop overall research plan for conducting surveys in the community

· Conduct in-person or telephonic field research

· Monitor selection and randomization process of study participants

· Coordinate data collection of study participants, complete case report forms, and develop and

maintain spreadsheets

· Collect and maintain questionnaires and other data forms from study participants

· Perform literature searches and write detailed written summaries of the findings

· Collaborate with other project leaders on data presentation, interpretation and writing of scientific

reports

· Develop and maintain computerized data files for all data to be collected

· May assist with budget /operational aspect of grant and contract proposals

· Prepare summary reports and ongoing project evaluations for investigators

· May help recruit, select, supervise and direct the activities of data collection employees and

Research Technicians

· Conduct quality control check on field data collection system

· Collaborate with other research sites to insure consistency between research sites and accuracy

of documentation

· Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, health care, or equivalent experience

· 1 year of related experience

· Experience in using computer-based tools (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)

· Oral and written communication skills

· Excellent organization, analytical, and interpersonal skills required

· Ability to travel to off-site locations.