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This study aims to explore whether financial incentives can improve medication adherence among individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and/or bipolar disorder, along with alcohol or opioid use disorders. Specifically, we are focusing on individuals who have recently experienced involuntary hospitalization or are at high risk of one in the near future. The goal is to determine whether offering financial incentives can help prevent future mental health crises and reduce the likelihood of involuntary hospitalizations by supporting consistent medication use in this vulnerable population.

The Research Project Coordinator WPIC will be responsible for supporting and coordinating activities related to the research project. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of research methodologies and a strong interest in the treatment and management of psychosis and/or substance use disorders. This role requires the ability to work independently, manage research protocol tasks with precision, and maintain strong attention to detail. The Coordinator will collaborate closely with teams at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, Pittsburgh Mercy outpatient clinic, and the CTT program units, and will report directly to the Principal Investigator (PI). Travel between project sites is required.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities:

+ Maintain accurate records of project spending and funds available.

+ Coordinate the daily activities and special projects for department.

+ Coordinate scheduling of assessments.

+ Assist with quality assurance over all aspects of data collection and management, including data flow, data entry and verification, maintenance of all project databases, data security and confidentiality.

+ Provides regular supervision for junior staff.

+ Responsible for preparing and modifying IRB protocols, Regulatory Binders, and Standard Operating Procedures.

+ Communicate effectively with the research, clinical, and administrative staff related to this research.

+ Coordination of recruitment ie. Advertisements, tracking recruitment, and developing strategies to increase response in targeted populations.

+ Responsible for the submission of regular reports detailing the progress of the research, including NIH progress reports.

+ Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Business Administration or related area of study and three years of relevant research and/or clinical experience is required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Act 34 with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran