Research Coordinator II - Center for Children and Families

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Coordinates the day to day research activities of the federally-funded research projects pertaining to investigating the links between brain, behavior, and social anxiety. Works closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), Lab technicians, and other members of the lab, including graduate students and undergraduate volunteers. Coordinates the research activities of the NIMH R01 grant that includes recruiting participants, scheduling; managing IRB amendments; and drafting and revising study protocols. Manages the operations of a lab.

• Coordinates the day to day activities of a research project. Recruits and schedules participants.
• Manages the IRB amendments. Works closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) in the implementation of activities associated with research projects.
• Works closely with the PI in developing and implementing guidelines for research protocol studies.
• Responsible for managing the lab's day-to-day operations.
• Oversees the data management, uploads, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates the preparation of forms/documents in accordance with appropriate policies/procedures.
• Reviews and ensures participant forms are accurate.
• Recruits and onboards new team members.
• Maintains the website and social media platforms.
• Resource coordination with relevant university departments.
• Trains, supervises, and evaluates lab members and their research progress.
• Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and training protocols.
• Serves as the University's credit card user for departmental transactions. Adheres to University's credit card policies and procedures.
• Assists the PI in short and long-range resource planning for the project. Coordinates and prepares meeting information.
• Obtains pricing, quotes, and pre-purchasing for lab equipment and supplies.
• Purchase, reconciliation, and distribution of participant compensation (gift cards and cash or cash equivalents).

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience.

• Experience recruiting participants.
• Experience leading research support staff.
• Experience with data management and statistical software.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Administrative

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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