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The Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit is seeking a **_Research Program Coordinator_** who reports to the Research Program Supervisor.

The Research Program Coordinator will oversee day-to-day activities of a research project including recruitment, screening, and data collection, under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and supervision of the Research Program Supervisor (RPS).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

+ Oversee research studies to include experimental research sessions.

+ Ensure research protocol is followed by the research team.

+ Oversee data collection and back up.

+ Oversee recruitment and ensure the attainment of recruitment goals.

+ Ensure the availability of test area facilities, supplies, and required protocol personnel in preparation for participant visits.

+ Implement protocol changes and ensure that the study team is appropriately trained.

+ Ensure appropriate study documentation.

+ Prepare study materials for bi-annual quality assurance checks.

+ Assist with the preparation of study reports, publications, and presentations.

+ Conduct and present at study team meetings.

+ Oversee study teams and report study activities to the PI and Postdoc as appropriate.

+ Promptly relay staff issues to the RPS (within 48 hours) and assist with issue resolution.

+ Provide backup in the event of staff absences, scheduling conflicts, and other program needs.

+ Become conversant with protocols other than primary assignment and provide training or back-up for these protocols.

+ Contribute to BPRU initiatives outside of study related tasks. Such responsibilities may include mentoring of new staff, assisting with events, leading new program initiatives, and performing document and data checks.

+ Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

+ Ability to interact with faculty and staff on research teams, in clinical programs, and with educational outreach initiative to strategize about their communication needs.

+ Attention to detail.

+ Good proofreading skills.

+ Excellent oral communication skills to deal effectively within and outside the department and to carry out protocols with human volunteers of diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds.

+ Excellent written communications skills in a variety of forms, print material, website content, speeches, and publicity materials.

+ Knowledge of graphic design and typography.

+ Skilled in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher, Macintosh personal computers.

+ Enthusiasm and willingness to learn about the work of the department as well to acquire new technical skills as needed.

+ Excellent organizational skills to work effectively in an environment that requires balancing multiple assignments and verification of data sets.

+ Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels and from diverse cultures.

+ Ability to make decisions and work and act independently while keeping investigator informed.

+ Interpersonal and interview skills required to carry out protocols with human volunteers.

+ Experience with statistical software.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

Classified Title: Research Project Coordinator

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($43,000 Targeted; Commensurate w/exp)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday thru Friday/40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department name: SOM Psy Bay Behavioral Pharm Rserch Unit

Personnel area: School of Medicine