Position Focus:

With a high degree of independence and limited supervision, assists PI and Co-Investigators with implementation, coordination of all aspects of various research projects which includes management of staff, data collections and analyses, preparing reports, presentations and publications, literature reviews, scoping reviews, and serving as liaison for internal and external providers. Responsible for preparing Institutional Review Board protocols, progress and final reports, amendments and annual reporting for departmental research. Provides overall support on all new and existing projects related to the Geriatric Emergency Medicine research studies and projects. This will include dissemination, collaborations, networking opportunities, data collection and analyses, preparation of slides, posters, abstracts and manuscripts, completion of progress reporting, execution of grant submissions, and the ability to coordinate annual and standing research conferences. May perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

1. Carries out research within the scope of the established study protocol. Adheres to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and the federal government that pertain to research studies.
2. Develops criteria for admission of study subjects based on goals and objectives of project.
3. Determines potential sources of funding and prospective partnerships.
4. Evaluates feasibility of accepting potential projects through analysis of staffing needs, resource requirements, financial costs, and current planned capacity of group. Negotiates contracts and/or changes with funder.
5. Develops original HIC/IRB submissions.  Based on knowledge of science and research goals, collaborates with PIs on major revisions and contributes to scientific protocols.  Plans and implements changes.
6. Develops forms, questionnaires and the application of research techniques; writes procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
7. Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data.  Ensures that report forms are accurately documented and completed in a timely manner at each site location.
8. Works independently to develop manage and organize multi site studies.  Serves as primary coordinator between University, non-Yale collaborators, pharmaceutical companies, HIC, IRB and funding sources.
9. Performs descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.
10. Designs and implements quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data.
11. Contributes in-depth, original thought and relevance to written reports and to the writing of abstracts and manuscripts.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a related discipline and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Experience conducting and supporting all phases of research in a clinical environment including data management and analyses.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Experience preparing IRB protocols, amendments or progress reports.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, Teams, OneNote), statistical analysis software, (SPSS, Stata, SAS). Proven experience using an IPad as a data collection tool. Ability to use Filemaker, RedCap, Qualtrix, Survey Monkey, Endnote and Adobe software. Ability to work independently with cloud data entry and storage.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Demonstrated self-motivation, independence, consistency and reliability, including excellent attendance and punctuality. Proven ability to be extremely organized, detail-oriented, and a strong communicator.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Proven ability to effectively, efficiently and independently work under pressure, and to set priorities among multiple competing tasks. Excellent oral/written communication and leadership skills. Ability to use Zoom, Webex, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Google apps.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Experience in clinical research or human subjects is strongly preferred.

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

Affirmative Action Statement:

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