Research Coordinator I - School of Public Health - HGC Community Outreach

Research Coordinator I - School of Public Health - HGC Community OutreachTexas Medical Center-Houston, TexasHotResearchUTHealth School of Public HealthRequisition #: 200000J9Position Summary:Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.Department: UTHealth School of Public Health- HGC Community OutreachLocation: Texas Medical Center- Houston, TXPosition Type: Full Time/ Non-ExemptPosition Key Accountabilities:

Assists with the day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.

Assist with basic molecular biology techniques,such as DNA isolation.

Prepareexpenditure reports, cost analyses for research projects, complete order forms,reconciliation of committed funds, preparation of quotes and invoices, andother financial responsibilities as necessary.

Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.

Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.

Maintainsstandard operating procedures manual, draft workflows and organization charts,archive laboratory grants and records.

Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.

Schedules and maintains laboratory equipment inaccordance with preventive maintenance mandates.

Assistswith preparation and continuing review of human subjects’ research protocols.

Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.

Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department.

May review contracts and develop training.

Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Working knowledge of MS Office.

Preferred:

Visio, MS OneNote, MS PowerPoint

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree or four years of experience in lieu of degree.

Minimum Experience:Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

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