Research Project Coordinator
Job description
Heluna Health invites applications for the position of Research Associate in the Center on Substance Use and Health of the HIV Prevention Section of the San Francisco Department of Public Health.
Under the supervision of the Clinical Research Program Manager, the Research Project Coordinator will be responsible for a wide variety of duties and projects related to behavioral and pharmacologic studies in the fields of HIV prevention and substance use.
This is a temporary, grant-funded, full-time, benefitted position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health. Non-standard work hours (may require work during evening hours).
Pay rate: $31.25-$37.50 per hour
If hired for this position, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your start date, or have a valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation).
- Support the investigators of this close-knit research team in the conduct of research protocols within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.
- Responsible for screening potential participants over the phone or in-office, obtaining informed consent, and proactively managing participant scheduling and conducting study visits.
- Perform rapid HIV tests and HIV risk reduction counseling.
- Conduct prevention with positives counseling with HIV-positive participants.
- Conduct substance use counseling using a manualized cognitive behavioral model and the principles of harm reduction.
- Conduct retention efforts for participants over the course of study follow-up schedule
- Other duties include phlebotomy, processing and testing of blood and urine samples, accurately completing case report forms, setting participants up with ACASI questionnaires, performing quality assurance checks of study documents, entering study data into Access or Excel databases, and administrative tasks related to studies.
- Assist with other unit studies as needed, including: quality assurance checks of binders, coordinating zoom meetings, preparing study updates, organizing laboratory results and conducting surveys at affiliated sites.
- Support the training and onboarding of new staff on study procedures in close collaboration with Research Program Manager
- Support the development of study operations protocols (SOPS) in close collaboration with Research Program Manager
- Perform quality assurance checks of study/program documents and data entry into Access or RedCap databases
- Oversee team members in conducting quality assurance checks and data entry into Access or RedCap databases
- Assist with submissions to the IRB and other regulatory tasks
- Other duties as assigned, including coverage for other staff and discrete projects related to ongoing studies within CSUH.
Minimum Qualifications
- BA/BS in related field, or a combination of relevant experience and education
- Counseling experience with substance users and/or counseling experience in reducing the risk of HIV acquisition or transmission
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse communities, particularly communities of color and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender community
- High level of attention to detail and ability to handle a variety of tasks with a high degree of accuracy
- Advance degree in health/mental health or related field
- Certified phlebotomist
- Certified HIV test counselor
- Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
- Interest and ability to learn a wide array of techniques and technologies and to cross-train to support the duties of other staff members
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access
- Experience with clinical trials research and/or healthcare settings
- Experience working with challenging participants, or participants with multiple diagnoses
- Knowledge of regulations, policies and procedures related to the protection of human subjects and confidentiality
- Any other knowledge and skills useful to this research group is considered a plus (software skills, presentation experience, database knowledge, basic website maintenance, etc.)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling / Fingering Occasionally
Reach Outward Occasionally Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not Applicable
Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly (5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled
Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.
All qualified applicants will be considered for this position in accordance with the San Francisco Fair chance Ordinance.
EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sec, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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