Research Project Coordinator
Full Time
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Posted
Job description
Overview:
Responsibilities:
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:
We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.
The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. Building upon a $100 million foundational gift in 2011, WMed is a recipient of the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.
WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and two Master of Science degree programs in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Engineering. We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans, and actively strives to increase diversity within its community. We provide a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking a Research Project Coordinator. In collaboration with other members of the health care team, facilitates the implementation and follow through for clinical research studies to enhance the advancement of medical knowledge and practice. Manages the collection and data input of study data relative to the Augmenting the On-Scene Medic (ATOM) grant; coordinates and schedules study participant involvement; collects data and maintains records of data; analyzes and inputs study data; is responsible for the development of record-keeping systems and daily summary of project status; contributes to reporting and study documentation for presentations and publishing of findings.
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Collects, records, and analyzes research data. Develops systems that facilitate efficient and effective research processes.
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Facilitates all aspects of research study to enhance the advancement of medical knowledge and practice and further the advancement of evidence based practice.
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Identifies, recruits, and screens participants for research study according to protocol.
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Assists with Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, continuing renewals, record keeping, and reporting.
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Coordinates study across multiple sites and Emergency Medical Services agencies. Sends out monthly progress reports to EMS Agencies, communicates with EMS Agencies regarding paramedic and agency participation in simulations, communicates with statistician and study scientist(s) to request and coordinate study data output.
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Obtains informed consent for participation in clinical research studies (as needed).
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Collects, reviews, and documents study data to assure compliance of documentation required for the study file and applicable state and federal laws as well as Institutional Review Board requirements, utilizing the appropriate case report forms and other documents according to study protocols.
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Enters study data into a secure database in accordance with study protocol timelines.
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Develops, implements, and maintains systems to assure accuracy of study/patient information and compliance of documentation in adherence to federal, state, Research Base/Study Sponsor, WMed and IRB policies in research studies to prevent penalty, including but not limited to fines and/or institutional suspension or closure due to noncompliance.
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Performs/facilitates completion of assessments according to the protocol.
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Performs, assists with and facilitates EMS human patient simulation sessions at multiple locations.
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Analyzes and evaluates scientific research study protocols for efficiency, ethical nature, and applicability to WMed, affiliated programs, and the community.
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Performs scientific literature searches as requested by investigator(s).
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Assesses EMS agency/paramedic and study staff educational needs related to clinical research and implements plans, procedures, and program content designed to meet specific educational needs.
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Serves as a resource and a consultant to research study centers, investigator(s), physicians, physician offices, and other members of the health care team within and outside of WMed.
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Maintains inventories and documents for study-specific tools.
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Develops and presents study specific research statistics and analysis at internal and external meetings.
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Performs such individual assignments as management may direct. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships within the organization.
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Ensures that patients, their families, visitors, customers, and employees are treated with kindness and respect. Demonstrates teamwork and integrity in all work-related activities.
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Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in research and area of specialty by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and attending related conferences, seminars and other related activities. Demonstrates knowledge of EMS safety and infection control policies and procedures, maintaining a safe and clean environment.
- Availability to work on weekends and evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
- Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
- All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
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Minimum of Bachelors of Science in Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, Business, or equivalent field.
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Two or more years research, clinical/medical experience, preferably in an out-of-hospital environment.
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Michigan-licensed paramedic/Nationally Registered Paramedic, Instructor-Coordinator licensure preferred.
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Ability to effectively use word processing and patient record-keeping software.
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Familiarity with social media use (Facebook, Twitter), google forms.
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Familiarity with project management software.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:
- Current Michigan licensure as a paramedic or registered nurse with familiarity with field EMS operations preferred.
- Instructor-Coordinator licensure preferred.
- Current unrestricted Michigan driver’s license, requires ability to manage a vehicle-towed trailer.
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The employee be required to complete and maintain Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certifications for human subjects research and any other human subjects research as required by Institutional Review Board or governing agencies.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to read and interpret documents, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Experience/ability to work with high fidelity pediatric patient simulators.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Must have time management and organizational skills, be self-directed and have the ability to make quality independent decisions.
- Analytical and strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines, high volumes and multiple interruptions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of workflow.
- Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)
We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.
The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. Building upon a $100 million foundational gift in 2011, WMed is a recipient of the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.
WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and two Master of Science degree programs in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Engineering. We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout Kalamazoo, Portage, and Battle Creek. The Department of Pathology faculty serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.
The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with faculty and administrative offices, student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.
WMed is building upon Kalamazoo’s century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research. The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical school’s advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans, and actively strives to increase diversity within its community. We provide a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans.
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