UNIV - Research Program Coordinator I - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

Job Description Summary

The coordinator will work with Drs. Squeglia and Gray on the Adolescent Brain
Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, a large-scale longitudinal project examining child and adolescent health, behavior, and brain functioning. The coordinator will be responsible for the full range of professional duties associated with the ABCD protocol, including neuroimaging, neurocognitive assessments, and clinical interviews and self-report measures designed to assess eligibility criteria, psychopathology, medical health, social relationships, personality, and substance use. The coordinator will exercise independent judgment in managing day-to-day program operations, supervising and training research staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of study procedures. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-GEN08

Pay Range

45,300.00 - 61,100.00 - 77,000.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

FLSA: Hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, including weekends on occasion

Job Duties:

25% - Supervises, trains, and evaluates research staff in all research activities and lab standards, including assessments, biospecimen collection procedures, and data entry and management. Exercises judgment in determining staff assignments and priorities. Leads onboarding of new hires and organizes full staff trainings, including coordination of guest presentations. Conducts quarterly Quality Checks in collaboration with the Program Manager and recommends procedural improvements as needed.

20% - Coordinates and manages all participant communication and scheduling to support study retention and protocol adherence:

• Oversees on-site visits, video conferencing assessments, and phone interviews;
• Manages multiple scheduling systems and calendars;
• Responds to inquiries through the ABCD phone and email systems, applying knowledge of study protocols to address participant questions;
• Issues appointment reminders and proactively identifies retention opportunities;
• Interprets participant concerns and directs to the Program Manager or appropriate resources, including community and social services;
• Facilitates communication with Principal Investigators when clinical alerts arise, applying established protocols and professional judgment.

20% - Administers and oversees clinical and neuropsychological assessments for child and parent participants, including mobile activity monitoring, environmental assessments, and evaluations of psychopathological symptoms, substance use, and social functioning. Manages biospecimen collection and processing (e.g., blood, urine, saliva, hair, teeth) to assess hormone levels, neurotoxin exposure, and genetics. Applies technical knowledge to:

• Organize and coordinate biospecimen shipping and prepare reports for the Program Manager as needed;
• Support functional and structural MRI sessions and data transfer, troubleshoot issues arising during clinical sessions and scanning, and develop alternative approaches. Manages FIONA and E-Prime programs.

15% - Ensures site data management and regulatory compliance, including accurate and timely annual reporting to the Coordinating Center and MUSC. Interprets and applies data management policies and procedures to maintain study files and ensure compliance. Responds to or delegates inquiries from DAIRC. Co-leads coordination of annual site monitoring visits from the Coordinating Center, including preparation of required documentation.

10% - Leads weekly team and Research Assistant meetings, applying knowledge of program operations to prepare agendas, document minutes, and distribute reports. Prepares weekly metrics and progress reports and maintains effective communication between the ABCD Team, the ABCD Coordinating Center, and the Data Analysis and Informatics Center (DAIRC).

5% - Manages petty cash onsite for research participant payments, including receipt organization, monthly reconciliation, and reimbursement submissions, in accordance with applicable institutional policies and procedures.

5% - Miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Preferred Training & Experience:

A bachelor’s degree in psychology, Psychological & Brain Sciences, Neuroscience, or

a related field is preferred. Prior research experience in a lab, knowledge of REDCap data entry, management, reporting tools, interviewing research participants, conducting structured clinical interviews, neuropsychological tests and collecting biospecimens – including drawing blood and MRI assessments not required but valued. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Experience working with adolescents and emerging young adults (ages 9-20). Excellent verbal communication and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and assure accuracy. Must be able to work evenings and weekends, as these are the times children are typically available to participate in the study.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and one year of relevant program experience.

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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