Project Coordinator
San Diego State University

Job Info

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Project Coordinator

Req No: 2024-17105
Category: Research/Project
Type: Full-Time Contract
Salary: $24.00 to $32.00
Close Date: 5/28/2024

Overview
The salary range for this position is $24.00-$32.00 per hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.

The SDSU Brain Development Imaging Laboratories (BDIL; bdil.sdsu.edu) is an innovative clinical research collaborative co-directed by Drs. Ruth Carper and Inna Fishman. The BDIL is funded by the National Institutes of Health and other agencies to identify neurobiological (brain-based) and behavioral markers of autism spectrum and other related developmental disorders. We implement state-of-the-art multi-modal brain imaging techniques (anatomical, functional, and diffusion MRI) and developmental, diagnostic, and neuropsychological assessments to understand how ASD manifests across the lifespan, from the 1^st years of life through mid- and late adulthood. We work collaboratively with the SDSU Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders (CADD; autism.sdsu.edu), an interdisciplinary group of clinical scientists and autism researchers from several SDSU departments and colleges, including BDIL.

We seek a Project Coordinator for a study of Adults on the Autism Spectrum. Under supervision of the Principal Investigator (Dr. Ruth Carper) the incumbent screens research participants and schedules research appointments; gathers, compiles and organizes research data; monitors data quality, develops tabulation and coding procedures; creates and manages databases, and conducts general administrative tasks.

This is an intermediate-level position for incumbents who have hands on experience working in a research setting or have previous experience working as a Research Assistant.



Responsibilities
Recruitment, Screening and scheduling of research participants (40%)

• Interact with adults participating in research studies and their families
• Recruit and screen potential participants for study eligibility
• Schedule and track research participation visits (e.g., clinical appointments, MRI sessions)
• Regularly communicate with Principal Investigator, clinicians, project staff, and graduate students

Assistance with data collection and oversight (30%)

• Assist and/or conduct behavioral assessments and/or MRI scanning

• • Assist with development and trouble-shooting of REDCap databases
  • Conduct data entry, cleaning, processing, accuracy checks, and basic data analyses.

• Monitor data entry and quality through various data capture databases
• Primary study site is SDSU with some activities at UC San Diego.

Administrative support (20%)

• Overall research coordination and administrative support functions including oversight
  of undergraduate research assistants
• Assist with management of IRB protocol
• Prepare and submit required reports to funding agencies

Professional development (10%)

• Assist with preparation of poster and paper presentations for scientific research conferences

Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities

• Undergraduate degree in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, biology or related discipline.
• Understanding of scientific method and general statistics (e.g. successful completion of undergraduate coursework)
• Ability to understand and follow rules, procedures, and appropriate standards for research with human participants
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers and study participants
• Sensitivity to the needs and challenges of children/adults with autism, attention deficit, anxiety, or mental health disorders
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing including telephone and e-mail
• Ability to meet deadlines, display detail orientation
• Ability to demonstrate cross-cultural sensitivity

Required Experience/Education

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year university

Two years of experience in technical research or statistical work experience

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience in a research or clinical setting
• Experience working with individuals with autism (adults and/or children) or other clinical populations.
• Experience with data entry/organization in large studies.
• Experience with database software (e.g. Redcap, Access, FileMaker).
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including occasional evening and weekends to accommodate data collection and outreach events.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:

• Candidate must reside in California or live in a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results (including a criminal record check).
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets/Title IX Employer.

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