Research Specialist IV - Eye Research

Position is onsite 4 days per week in Seattle. Candidate must reside within a commutable distance and there is no relocation assistance for this role.

This position is to work on a research project studying the aging eye to better understand Alzheimer-s disease and the aging brain, conducting in-person eye exams (OCT, OCTA, vision, eye pressure) with older adults. The job includes conducting eye exams using OCT/OCTA machines and performing visual acuity and eye pressure exams.

With direction from the Research Project Manager, operationalizes and implements protocols and procedures on research project(s). Oversees broad-based enrollment, recruitment, and/or data collection procedures. Independently performs and/or oversees complex data collection activities. May assist with budget development and compliance, and with ensuring that IRB regulations and timelines are met. May function as a project manager for small, simple studies. May oversee ad-hoc initiatives or special projects.

Must be qualified to give direction to other study staff and assist with hiring (act as lead though not as direct supervisor). Receives no instruction on routine work and minimal instruction on new projects. Requires research experience and the frequent use of independent judgment and discretion in non-routine matters.

• Recruitment/Data Collection
  
  Activities:
  
  a) Independently oversees (and may perform) complex recruitment and/or data collection activities requiring specialized skills, education, or experience (e.g., medical record reviews, interviews, mailed questionnaires, physical measurements, and quality assurance). b) Implements operational activities of research project in adherence to study timelines. c) May provide operational consultation to research project teams in specialized areas of data collection.
• Systems/Tracking - Development & Maintenance a) In partnership with the Project Manager, develops & implements a broad array of data collection instruments, protocols and systems to manage recruitment, enrollment, follow-up, and data quality. b) Develops (and may maintain) computer files, databases, and/or computer tracking systems for project documentation, monitoring, data collection, and data quality. This may include systems that require a sophisticated understanding of research methodology.
  
  c) Ensures proper maintenance of project documentation in compliance with regulations.
• Project Management a) May oversee day-to-day operational activities of a research project. b) May assist with IRB submissions, HIPAA compliance, budget development & monitoring, and/or federal & funding agency reporting. c) May function as the project manager of simple research studies that are small in scope. d) Under the supervision of Project Manager, may summarize literature reviews and assist in the writing of progress reports, presentations, grant proposals, and manuscripts.
  
  e) May oversee ad-hoc initiatives or special projects (or phases of larger initiatives) related to needs of KPWHRI, Research Operations, or the Research Specialist group.
• Training/Oversight/Mentoring a) Trains and/or provides coaching and mentoring to study staff. May assist in hiring study staff.
• Administration & Communication a) Participates as part of the research team by attending meetings, recording minutes, identifying and communicating problems, and proposing solutions. b) May provide administrative support for the research study, including ordering supplies, scheduling/coordinating meetings, filing, copying, etc. c) Plays an active leadership role in the Research Specialist group (and may participate in the Project Manager group), serving on work groups or providing feedback to RO leadership.

Assists with research support by leading day-to-day operations of projects, coordinating and allocating resources for research studies, and following federal and local regulations, standard operating procedures, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) approved protocols. Contributes to the execution of research by independently conducting data gathering activities, implementing protocols for reviewing data for accuracy and checking for inconsistencies in data, and implementing protocols for tasks related to the recruitment, enrollment, consenting, follow-up with participants, and answering participant questions.

Contributes to the development of research materials and procedures by implementing study protocols, and guiding and mentoring others on the development of study materials (e.g., recruitment, data collection, retention) in a variety of formats including online. Coordinates the documentation and reporting of research study activities by developing tools, systems, and forms for project tracking and documentation, monitoring study progress, and escalating issues to project managers or investigators.

• Promotes learning in others by proactively providing and/or developing information, resources, advice, and expertise with…