60% - Study management and oversightmanagement of multiple data collection effortsconsistent development of best practices, stay on track with research milestones. Coordinates multiple data collection efforts for one or more research projects which may include other collaborating agencies or institutions. Consult with co-investigators on appropriate management of participant problems and concerns. Develop and manage interim reports for principal investigators, industry sponsors and institutional review board to ensure that each project is moving toward timely completion. Liaison between the project team and funding agencies or significant parties. Ensure that projects are executed successfully and completed within time frames to meet research objectives. Develop plans for subject retention. Implement investigative research protocols and monitor adherence to protocol; troubleshoot and resolve problems such as deviation from protocol requirements. Develop forms, questionnaires, and clinic procedures for collecting and summarizing observations and data;Maintain copies of regulatory documents (IRB and VA R&D) and personnel training verifications and other certifications. Assure compliance with regulations .0% - Recruitment Oversight, training, and supervision of research staff. Oversee recruitment of human subjects/participants. Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing, storage, and tracking of specimens. Oversee data entry from study visits to ensure accuracy. Maintain contact with local healthcare providers. Oversee the scheduling of subjects and sending reminders of appointments. Monitoring of subjects to maintain adherence to protocol. Interact with human research subjects in achieving goals of our studies, answering subjects’ questions, and explaining research procedures and goals; administer tests and record observations. Abstract technical or medical data from medical records. Enter data from research data collection instruments into computer database; assist with data management functions. Initiate and establish contact with external contacts, agencies, providers and/or study sponsors as dictated by the needs of the research study; provide referral services to participants. Supervise the additional duties of research staff such as preparing study binders assisting with mailings and inter-office communications, and other related duties as required .0% -Development of research designs. Design data collection methods and strategies for data management. Design, create and revise research instruments as necessary to ensure quality data that correlates with research objectives. Assist in development of procedures for the design of measurement instruments and scoring systems. Develop research protocols that clearly describe research objectives and procedures necessary to test the hypotheses of the research project. Assist in the analysis of research study results. Supervisory Responsibilities. RC will directly supervise the work of assigned research coordination staff - primarily research assistants and student research aides. RC will also provide training/orientation, monitor time worked, contribute to overall organization and cohesion of various research studies across multiple sites involving various research staff, investigators and clinical staff. Required Qualifications. To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Minimum Qualifications. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department. Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Additional Qualifications. Previous lead experience with clinical trials or complex research study experience that included interacting with research human subject recruitment. Demonstrated ability to lead the implementation of complex research protocols and maintain high standards of accuracy, timeliness and professionalism. Demonstrated ability in ensuring security and confidentiality of study materials. Proven lead experience that demonstrated the ability to exercise a high level of competency, good judgment, discretion in carrying out tasks, troubleshooting problems and following through on projects to meet deadlines and study benchmarks. Proven lead experience demonstrating a high degree of organizational skills with a high degree of attention to details. Proven reliability and flexibility to work independently and function as a lead in directing the work of a diverse team. Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility to work with personnel at various levels in a cross-institutional research environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with MS Office computer applications. Proficiency with various types of clinical data capture software. Familiarity and experience with kidney disease and related illnesses. Thorough knowledge of HIPAA, IRB and related institutional requirements for the conduct of research. Experience working with the UW, VA and HMC setting. Certified Research Coordinator (CCRC), Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Preferred Qualifications. Three to five years of relevant work experience which includes experience in a research or clinical capacity, working with patients or study participants. Experience with phlebotomy. Working Conditions. Flexibility to accommodate variable work schedule as needed Ability to accommodate occasional Out-of-State Travel as required. Ability to commute between various sites: UWMC, Harborview, VA, Fred Hutch etc.