Research Coordinator

Dartmouth College

Lebanon, NH

ID: 7151169
Posted: May 30, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Position Purpose
To plan, manage, and execute complex multiple-component human subject and animal research projects for a multi-disciplinary laboratory with a global reach. Research topics in the laboratory include: a) using the brain’s auditory system as a marker of overall brain function in patients with viral infections (HIV, COVID) or diseases that affect the brain, b) understanding and managing the adaptation to long-duration spaceflight, and c) studying new and established indications for hyperbaric oxygen treatment. Coordinator would: Operate as general laboratory manager, supervise junior lab staff and students, and ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory’s projects both in the U.S. and abroad. Serve as an integral member of the research team to develop project objectives, execute project plans, communicate project status to leadership, and work effectively toward problem resolution. Ideally, the manager would be able to build and maintain coding processes for managing datasets. The lab primarily uses MATLAB to organize and analyze data. This position is largely based out of a Dartmouth College Laboratory located in Lebanon, NH, but requires travel to foreign sites and domestic conferences.

The Space Medicine Innovations Lab’s current areas of research are:

Assessing brain function using the brain’s auditory system in people with various conditions (HIV, Zika, COVID, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s disease)
Developing and implementing complex audiological tests both in the US and the developing world
Testing and developing self-directed autonomous interactive media based behavioral health tools and virtual reality for use in isolated and confined environments
Use of hyperbaric oxygen for research and clinical applications through a registry and other projects
Developing and testing small, handheld devices for measuring urinary calcium for use on space missions
Other technology/science projects for NASA/Department of Defense
Coordinator will be performing and managing studies, collecting data, analyzing results, and communicating with international partners. The successful candidate will be self-directed and have the ability to learn new skills, troubleshoot problems, work with a wide range of people, and manage multiple projects
Description
To plan, manage, and execute complex multiple-component human subject and animal research projects for a multi-disciplinary laboratory with a global reach.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Project management skills and ability to work independently, taking initiative to advance projects.
Knowledge of human subject and/or clinical trial design, conduct, and implementation.
Familiarity with regulatory process and rules related to animal research.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively as a team member.
Ability to use sound judgment when interacting with outside parties.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Proven ability to effectively collaborate and interact with all levels of staff, management, and executive leadership.
Ability to contribute to report, presentations, and technical paper writing.
Coding experience with data query building and analytic skills highly desirable.
MS Office: Excel (spreadsheets, formulas, graphing), PowerPoint (presentations, posters), Word, Access.
Experience with SQL and REDCap databases.
Preferred Qualifications
5-7 years of relevant experience in project management desirable.
Master’s degree preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Alicea Bursey
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-5221
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dr. Jay Buckey
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.