Research Coordinator - SONHS

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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.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Researches, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and maintains databases/research files.

2. Conducts quality assurance checks and reports on the status of research activities.

3. Organizes and coordinates community working group meetings for protocol activities.

4. Serves as a point of contact for community partners and participants.

5. Reviews study progress, identifies areas of opportunity, and recommends solutions.

6. Prepares and updates study research procedure protocols.

7. Contributes to the publication and presentation of significant results and writes and edits material for publications and presentations.

8. Identifies, reports, and helps problem solve protocol deviations.

9. Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.

10. Maintains current knowledge of the methods and techniques related to the specific field of research.

11. 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.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

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

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

The Research Coordinator will be primarily tasked with coordinating and assisting the following federally funded research project:

JUNTOS HIV Self Testing: JUNTOS is a website/app that centralizes HIV prevention, treatment, and behavioral health services across South Florida. It was originally developed to address the needs of Latino MSM but is being expanded through this funded research project to become available to everyone who orders an at-home HIV self-test (HIVST) kit in South Florida. The goal of the project is to improve the reach of HIV prevention, treatment, and behavioral health services among individuals who order HIVST kits. Through co-design workshops, we will develop and then evaluate the effectiveness of different reach strategies to engage HIVST kit users with relevant services through JUNTOS.

Within this project, the Research Coordinator will play a central role in supporting the implementation and day-to-day operations of the research study. Working closely with the PI and project team, the Research Coordinator will contribute to all phases of the research process, including study start-up activities, participant recruitment and retention, community engagement, data collection and management, project coordination, analysis, reporting, and dissemination. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple project activities simultaneously. Specific responsibilities for the coordinator are outlined below.

Department Specific Functions

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, screen, enroll, and consent prospective participants in accordance with study protocols, accurately documenting study activities and data within REDCap

Lead participant recruitment and retention activities, including developing recruitment materials, supporting community outreach efforts, conducting participant follow-up, and maintaining participant engagement throughout study participation

Assist with, and in some cases lead, data collection activities, including co-design workshops, focus groups, participant exit interviews, implementation service mapping activities, and other project-related research activities

Manage and maintain study databases in REDCap, including data entry, quality assurance, database maintenance, and data management activities

Assist with coordinating meetings with research team members, collaborators, community partners, and other stakeholders, including preparing agendas, meeting materials, and follow-up activities

Assist with maintaining the project-specific website by collecting relevant organizational information and coordinating updates with the technology team.

Conduct literature reviews and assist with qualitative data analysis, data integration, interpretation, and evidence synthesis under the direction and support of the PI or designee

Assist with the preparation of NIH progress reports, University sponsored award reports, and other project-related reporting requirements

Collaborate with the PI, study collaborators, and research staff to disseminate findings through presentations, conference abstracts, reports, and publications in peer-reviewed journals

Communicate effectively in both English and Spanish to support participant engagement, stakeholder collaboration, data collection, and project implementation activities

Participant in regular meetings with the supervisor and research team and complete other project-related duties as assigned

Advance knowledge and skills related to job responsibilities through continuing education, training, professional development, and research activities

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

Note that this position does requi