Research Program Coordinator

The Department of Communication Science & Disorders (CSD) in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Science (SHRS) at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a qualified Project Coordinator to manage day-to-day activities for the Brain Systems for Language Research Lab. The research lab investigates various aspects of communication (speech perception and production) using multiple technologies (EEG, MRI). The lab is seeking to fill this position with an experienced project coordinator who will support the Principal Investigator and lab personnel in completing federal and nonfederal grant funded projects. Confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail are expected for the position. Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to be flexible with work assignments and multi-tasking is essential. The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to manage workflow under tight deadlines. The incumbent should be able to function independently in all of these tasks and in other tasks as assigned by the PI and lab members. The position requires experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel. Experience with human study coordination, subject recruitment & consenting, IRB procedures, data collection, clinical database management, and behavioral/neuroimaging data analytic abilities is desirable. Strong organizational skills, outstanding verbal and written communications skills, and strong sense of responsibility and being able to present comprehensive data summaries is required. The incumbent will be required to work in person. Preferred experience with pediatrics and the incumbent must be able to work weekends.

Job Summary

Coordinates protocol-related research procedures, activities, outreach, and education. Manages a study or assists with larger studies. Collects and analyzes data and complies with all policies and regulations.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions include the following:

1. 1. Manage and analyze data 2. 2. Administrative management of research projects 3. 3. Between lab communication 4. 4. Assist with manuscript preparation 5. 5. Work with research participants and assist with data collection 6. 6. Maintain inventory of laboratory materials and reorder when necessary 7. 7. Assist with data processing

Physical Effort

May need to be able to lift 5-10 lbs.

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Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Research Program Coordinator I Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Research Program Support Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m Hiring Range: $32,175.00 - $40,000.00 Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful comple ion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI242505651