Research Coordinator - Fixed Duration

Job Description

The Department of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a temporary Research Coordinator to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Clinical Associate Professor, the Research Coordinator will help coordinate the activities of several funded projects, at various stages of study launch, data collection, data analyses, and dissemination of findings. There are also administrative tasks including assistance with grant application preparation; maintenance of websites and social media; management of team meetings, supplies and equipment, and functions; and coordination of volunteer staff. This position will help our team produce new knowledge that is in line with the mission of the UW as a scientific leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage pre-launch activities, including drafting protocols, Manual of Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and other forms as requested by funders, study documents (e.g., consent, assent, information forms, study advertisements, social media posts), and completing IRB applications. Train and coordinate research volunteers and research assistants to support projects. - 15%
• Manage launch activities, including patient recruitment; and preparing data collection protocols, case report forms, and other forms (e.g., paper, REDCap, clinical data forms, surveys). Liaise with study team members, consultants, outside clinics, and other stakeholders. - 20%
• Manage study implementation and data collection activities (e.g., scheduling study appointment dates, tracking study participants, and screening/recruiting participants).  Ensure appropriate data collection and entry, with ongoing maintenance of REDCap database and other tools. Complete IRB reports and annual reviews and regular reporting to funding agencies; and perform other compliance duties as needed. - 30%
• Manage and analyze data and prepare results for publication. - 15%
• Other administrative responsibilities, including preparing reports for funders and other needs; tracking volunteer activities and hours; scheduling meetings and other gatherings as needed; managing supplies; managing the study websites and social media sites; and other miscellaneous activities. - 20%

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Qualifications

• The ability to lift 50 pounds and travel to study sites (away from Seattle) for short- and long-term study assignments with spartan accommodations.
• Experience with clinical research, dental research, or public health and community-based research focusing on vulnerable populations, data management and analyses (quantitative and qualitative), social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, etc.), and preparing results for publication (peer-reviewed manuscripts).

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.