Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12075P

Working Title Research Project Coordinator CAN Lab

Department VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Advertised Salary 60,000

Posting Date 05/14/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 07/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

Classification Title Research Professional AD

FLSA Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Research Project Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of research protocols, including: communication with community leaders and liaisons, participant screening; conducting data collection in the field; managing lab staff schedules; recruitment of lab staff volunteers; financial reporting; managing computers, software licenses, and equipment functioning; human subjects approval; and assisting the data manager with data management and analysis.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Exceptional organization skills.
• Demonstrate professional behavior.
• Exhibits a high level of initiative.
• Experience working independently and with multiple partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to plan and implement required project responsibilities.
• Experience assigning tasks and monitoring progress to ensure adherence with product scope and completion timeline.

Physical Demands

• Sit at computer for extended time.
• Ability to lift 25lbs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage Lab Operations:

• Direct, plan and coordinate all activities related to the lab's primary functions, including monitoring activities for compliance with sponsor, IRB, and UGA policies and procedures.
• Support PI in all lab activities by communicating progress in all areas (data collection, analysis, management, reporting), staff performance, process improvements, troubleshooting.
• Facilitate teamwork and information sharing.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Staff Supervison:

• Supervise and mentor all staff at the lab (coaching, performance management, annual performance reviews).
• Communicate with PI at regular intervals on staff performance and progress.
• Recruit, hire and train new hires.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Staff Coordination:

• Direct activities of professional and technical staff members.
• Manage workflow, coordinate caseloads and schedules, process improvements and troubleshoot.
• Facilitate teamwork and information sharing.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Data Collection:

• Oversee and participate in the implementation of research protocols for recruitment/retention and data collection.
• Oversee research coordinators in this process as well as assist with and perform recruitment and screening of subjects, obtaining consent and enrollment and assuring accurate demographic information for follow-up.
• Perform data collection by conducting cognitive testing and research interviews in persons with schizophrenia and controls

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Budgets:

• Provide fiscal oversight of sponsored project budgets, monitoring, and planning to ensure project activities are occurring in sync with budget and project timeline.
• Work closely with PI and OIBR to ensure activities and personnel are charged to correct sponsored projects and address any potential budget issues (carryforward requests, prior approval requests, etc.)

Percentage of time 20

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Dr. Greg Strauss

Recruitment Contact Email gstrauss@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

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1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents