Research Project Coordinator Supervisor - School of Medicine, Human Genetics

The Carter Center

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.DescriptionThe Research Project Coordinator Supervisor is responsible for supporting multi-site clinical research initiatives focused on individuals with Down syndrome. This position ensures regulatory compliance, participant-centered protocol implementation, and cross-site coordination in alignment with study objectives. Travel to participating sites and events will be required.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Working closely with principal investigator, manages a large or multiple smaller research projects.
  • Manages project related budgets, information systems, recruitment activities, regulatory requirements and equipment and space requirements.
  • Assists in developing and submitting grant proposals and advises principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements.
  • Assists with recruiting and interviewing patients/subjects, conducting tests, developing and directing surveys or making presentations.
  • Oversees the interviewing and hiring of staff involved with designated research projects.
  • Supervises staff by orienting, training and providing ongoing performance feedback.
  • Manages project related information systems and databases including data collection, coding, storage and analysis.
  • Assists investigator and research personnel with publication of findings.
  • Serves as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies and product representatives.
  • Ensures the preparation of operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
  • May develop and administer research protocols.
  • Performs related responsibilities as required.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
  • Facilitate participant screening, consent, enrollment, and follow-up in accordance with study protocols and regulatory guidelines
  • Maintain accurate tracking systems for recruitment, data entry, study milestones, and reporting deliverables
  • Collaborate with investigators and site staff to troubleshoot barriers and implement protocol workflows
  • Participate in IRB submissions, amendments, and related documentation
  • Contribute to development and refinement of participant-facing materials with a focus on clarity and accessibility
  • Engage in periodic travel to support training, data collection, and quality assurance across sites
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in a science field or business management and three years of related management experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, psychology, biology, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred)
  • Minimum two years of experience coordinating human subjects research, preferably involving individuals with Down syndrome or other Intellectual Developmental Disability (IDD)
  • Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in managing multi-site study workflows and regulatory documentation
  • Sensitivity to communication and engagement strategies tailored to IDD populations
  • Willingness and ability to travel, including overnight stays as needed
  • Bilingual
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed and at times, on short notice. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.Additional DetailsEmory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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