Research Professional 1- Part-time

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Research Coordinator (Research Professional 1).

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Lab Support - 50%
* Serve as a resource on primary study protocol and within the research team for other active studies
* Assist in the analysis of data and preparation of progress reports, presentations and manuscripts
* Support the development of new grants and protocols (as needed)
* Database development and management
* Support the PI's supervision of undergraduate/graduate student volunteers (as needed)

Protocol/Study Management - 50%
* Support the day-to-day management of research protocols under the direct supervision of the PI
* Maintain working knowledge of assigned protocol
* Work both independently and within a team structure on study tasks, including but not limited to:
- Recruitment of study participants
- Maintaining a working knowledge of participant eligibility and protocol specific requirements
- Telephone and in-person screening per protocol-specific guidelines
- Study visit scheduling and logistical support
- Informed consent process
- Visit implementation
* Administration of clinical assessments
* Review of clinical data with PI or designated co-investigator
* Administration of computerized behavioral assessments
* Administration of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) testing (extensive training will be provided)
* Accompanying participants at magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans
* Completion of case report forms and responding to data queries
* Completion of adverse event (AE) logs and other study documentation
* Completion of required reports/forms for any serious adverse events (SAEs) and notification of appropriate departments / regulatory bodies per requirements
* Data management (collection and entry into electronic database, resolving queries/discrepancies)
* Regulatory management (IRB, AE reporting, etc.), participant tracking, and general office paperwork and organization
* Conducting financial, personnel, and administrative transactions (e.g., study participant payments and supply purchasing)

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:

* BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four (4) years
* Prior work experience as a research study coordinator
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and comfortable with data capture systems such as REDCap
* Experience supporting the coordination of clinical research
* Availability to work a flexible schedule based on study and participant needs
* Demonstrated ability to work independently, make decisions, problem solve, and prioritize
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
* Prior work experience in mental health research with human subjects
* Experience in use of clinical assessment tools (structured and semi-structured interviews, clinical rating scales) in human studies
* Experience in clinical research with children, adolescents, and young adults
* Experience in use of computerized experimental behavioral tasks
* A personal interest in mental health in adolescents
* A personal interest in advancing understanding of the brain in psychiatric disorders

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences consists of an outstanding team of researchers, clinicians, and educators who provide world-class expertise in psychiatric illness, treatment, scholarship, and scientific discovery.

Our mission is to:

• Create and disseminate new knowledge in the science of mental health
• Provide effective and innovative clinical care programs to alleviate the suffering of mental illness and promote mental resilience
• Train the next generation of interprofessional experts who will be leaders in Minnesota and beyond
• Engage in compassionate and vigorous outreach and advocacy on issues relevant to psychiatric illness, treatment, and research

You can find more information on our website at https://med.umn.edu/psychiatry.

Pay Range: $23-$26/hour, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 50% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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