Research Coordinator - SONHS

The Research Coordinator will support research activities under the direction of a principal investigator (Audrey Harkness, PhD) and a designee of the principal investigator (Jorge Limia, lab manager). Dr. Harkness leads the REACH (Research Engagement and Community Health) Equity Team which focuses on using implementation and behavioral science to address HIV, behavioral health (mental health/substance use), and healthcare disparities. The position is full-time and in-person at the School of Nursing and Health Studies at the Coral Gables campus of the University of Miami.

• Researches, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and maintains databases/research files.
• Conducts quality assurance checks and reports on the status of research activities.
• Organizes and coordinates community working group meetings for protocol activities.
• Serves as a point of contact for community partners and participants.
• Reviews study progress, identifies areas of opportunity, and recommends solutions.
• Prepares and updates study research procedure protocols.
• Contributes to the publication and presentation of significant results and writes and edits material for publications and presentations.
• Identifies, reports, and helps problem solve protocol deviations.
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
• Maintains current knowledge of the methods and techniques related to the specific field of research.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in public health, global health, health studies, health communication, psychology, prevention science, education, or another relevant field – required Master’s degree in relevant field (public health, global health, health studies, health administration, health communication, psychology, prevention science, education, etc.) – preferred

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Experience with project management/coordination

Experience with conducting/assisting research projects

Experience and/or knowledge of implementation science research (in any content area) – preferred, but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) – required
• Knowledgeable about HIV
• Trained in research design/analysis and/or program evaluation
• Skilled in collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex data (qualitative or quantitative)
• Ability to manage confidential information and oversee complex projects
• Basic skills in use of SPSS or comparable statistical program
• Basic skills in qualitative data analysis
• Proactive and solutions oriented
• Detail oriented and methodical
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, interpersonal and organizational skills, and a collaborative management style
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment
• Works efficiently, without sacrificing orientation to detail, in a fast-paced environment, must be highly flexible and adaptable
• Able to be self-directed in developing study materials, while also being open to feedback and modifications

Specific duties and responsibilities expected of the Research Coordinator throughout their role involve:

• Conduct all research activities in accordance with approved Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols, University policies, and study procedures
• Assist with study start-up and regulatory activities, including preparing study materials, developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs), preparing IRB submissions, and processing approved protocol modifications.
• Recruit,…