What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Coordinator - Zabetian position at Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research?
Title : Research Coordinator
Job Class : Hourly / Non-Exempt; $25-30 DOE
PI : Dr. Cyrus Zabetian
Reports To : Dora Yearout
At the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR), scientists seek new ways to improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS). You will also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be a part of an important mission.
SIBCR's research spans a broad range of areas such as mental health; neuroscience; diabetes, endocrinology and nutrition; prosthetics; oncology; age-related diseases; and, pulmonary diseases. We are seeking a Research Coordinator for Dr. Cyrus Zebetain in the Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the VA Seattle Medical Center
Summary :
The Research Coordinator will play an integral role in ongoing, multicenter research studies on Parkinson's disease based at the Seattle VA Medical Center. This individual will coordinate subject screening and recruitment, collection of clinical information, procurement of biological specimens, medical records review, and data coding / entry. Travel offsite may be required periodically.
Under minimal
Responsibilities :
Under minimal supervision, this individual will :
- Screen subjects for eligibility criteria
- Obtain informed consent from study participants
- Collect clinical information from interviews with study participants
- Conduct neuropsychological testing and gait assessment
- Enter clinical information and test results into database
- Perform venipuncture and assist lumbar puncture
- Process biospecimen
- Schedule visits for study participants
- Coordinate projects with other research groups
- Maintain contact with physicians and community organizations for recruitment
- Manage and complete IRB and other administrative study forms
- Facilitate study site visits and ensure all required documentation is available for auditors and monitors
- Ensure that projects are executed successfully and completed within required time frames to meet research objectives
Position Requirements :
Desirable Experience :
How to apply : Please complete online application and upload a cover letter and resume.
No relocation expenses offered.
Conditions of Employment :
Currently, only US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Green Card holders with proper work documents, and F1-type Visa holders are eligible to apply. All applicants must meet certain VA hiring requirements to be eligible for SIBCR positions including, but not limited to, the following :
SIBCR Benefits :
Offered to all employees working 20 hours per week on a regular basis :
No other types of compensation offered at this time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy :
The Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or status as transgender, national origin, caste, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor protected by federal, state or local law.
Accessibility : If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Email : accommodations@sibcr.org
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Salary : $25 - $30