Research Coordinator

Roles and responsibilities

The Research Coordinator provides support to the research Investigator’s projects. (S)he is primarily responsible for the coordination between the various stakeholders of the research projects at Sidra and externally, specifically with regard to research subjects recruitment, sample and data collection, liaison with core facilities and recording of databases. (S)he shall approach patients to collect informed consents and other research protocol-related information and perform other necessary work including IRB protocol processing and translation

Key Role Accountabilities

• Provides coordination for the investigator’s research projects involving liaison with stakeholders and core facilities.
• Coordinates recruitment of patients and collects informed consents, assents, questionnaires and related documents.
• Coordinates samples collection and transportation.
• Manages the order of reagents/consumables/other items required for the projects.
• Uses, maintains and organizes a database/folders containing patient information (including secured data and unidentified data, as relevant.
• Manages the Case Report Forms, according to the different clinical research studies.
• Adheres to Sidra’s standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies
• Adheres to and promotes Sidra’s Values
• Research Experience: Previous experience in a research setting, including roles such as research assistant or intern, is highly desirable.
  Project Management: Familiarity with project management principles and practices, especially in a research context.
  Skills and Competencies:
  Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities effectively.
  Attention to Detail: Meticulous in data collection, documentation, and ensuring accuracy in research protocols.
  Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data and interpreting results, with experience in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, or similar).
  Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports, presenting findings, and collaborating with team members and stakeholders.
  Technical Proficiency:
  Research Tools: Familiarity with research methodologies, data collection techniques, and survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap).
  Data Management: Experience with databases and data management software, ensuring data integrity and security.
  Personal Attributes:
  Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and propose practical solutions in research processes.
  Team Player: Strong collaboration skills, working effectively with diverse teams of researchers, participants, and stakeholders.
  Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and environments.
  Additional Qualifications:
  Ethics and Compliance: Understanding of ethical considerations in research and familiarity with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes.
  Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced research environment.

Desired candidate profile

Bachelor’s Degree in medicine, natural sciences or other relevant field

Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in clinical research and/ or clinical research coordination
• Experience with patients
  

Experience with local patients

Certification and Licensure

Professional Membership

Job Specific Skills And Abilities

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills
• Proven electronic documentation, archiving and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Research Experience: Previous experience in a research setting, including roles such as research assistant or intern, is highly desirable.
• Project Management: Familiarity with project management principles and practices, especially in a research context.

• Skills and Competencies:

• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in data collection, documentation, and ensuring accuracy in research protocols.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data and interpreting results, with experience in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, or similar).
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports, presenting findings, and collaborating with team members and stakeholders.

• Technical Proficiency:

• Research Tools: Familiarity with research methodologies, data collection techniques, and survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap).
• Data Management: Experience with databases and data management software, ensuring data integrity and security.

• Personal Attributes:

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and propose practical solutions in research processes.
• Team Player: Strong collaboration skills, working effectively with diverse teams of researchers, participants, and stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and environments.

• Additional Qualifications:

• Ethics and Compliance: Understanding of ethical considerations in research and familiarity with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced research environment.