Diabetes Health Services Research Coordinator

This position is for the Division of Endocrinology within the Department of Pediatrics and seeks to recruit an enthusiastic research coordinator to participate in a pediatric diabetes health services research program. The research focuses on how children with diabetes and their families access medical care and how they are supported by community systems, including school health. The coordinator would participate in a variety of research studies spanning mixed-methods and clinical trials. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Recruits research subjects and conducts interviews and research assessments.

• Assists with and adheres to IRB renewal, modification, and approved protocols.

• Recruits research subjects. Conducts research interviews in-person or via telephone while adhering to all applicable protocols. Completes research assessments on study participants.

• Maintains databases in a timely and accurate manner, adhering to all applicable protocols and regulations.

• Assists with training new personnel as directed.

• Assists with study assessments administration as directed.

• Assists with community partner engagement in research protocols, including communication, scheduling meetings, and arranging compensation.

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