Job Description

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Research Study Coordinator assists the Primary Investigators (PIs) with qualitative research activities for a multi-site NIH R01-funded study. This position works with the site PI as well as members of a research team from George Washington University to conduct in-depth interviews and other forms of qualitative data collection and analyses to examine multilevel influences (e.g., individual, interpersonal, community-level, policy) of sexual health equity for racial and sexual minority groups.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts in-depth interviews and ethnographic fieldwork while ensuring confidentiality and empathy.
Documents field observations accurately and manages audio/visual recordings from interviews or site visits.
Prepares detailed field notes and manages transcription of audio-recorded interviews while upholding ethical standards.
Supports qualitative data analyses (e.g., coding and thematic analysis) to identify themes relating to patient experiences, barriers to care, and cultural factors influencing health outcomes.
Tracks participant progress throughout the study and ensures compliance with required timelines and study protocols.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to integrate qualitative findings with other research data.
Codes participant data to de-identify subjects and maintain master linking files to protect participants’ private information.
Conducts reminder communications with participants.
Disseminate findings through scholarly publications, reports, policy briefs, and presentations targeting both academic audiences and community stakeholders.
Provides participants with compensation gift cards upon completion of data collection; disburses and tracks participant incentives.
Schedules follow-up appointments as necessary according to study protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience in public research or related field; OR a combination of education and experience to equal five (5) years. Must have a valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Skilled using Microsoft software including Word and Excel.
Ability to compile information into report form and collaborate on the production of abstracts and manuscripts.
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
Excellent organizational skills and persistent follow-through with delegated tasks.
Ability to consistently achieve assigned deadlines.
Ability to interact with sensitivity and social/cultural competence with people of a wide range of ages and cultures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone/virtual meeting skills.
Ability to coordinate, administer, and follow up on participant appointments.
Skilled at using databases.