Clinical Research Coordinator I, Psychiatry

This clinical research coordinator position is responsible for coordinating study participants through all protocol-required procedures for a research study examining the effects of nighttime light exposure on breastmilk melatonin and infant sleep. Responsibilities include participant screening and consenting, coordinating study visits and sample collection, collecting and entering research data, and maintaining communication with participants throughout the study.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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• Coordinate and conduct study visits and protocol-required research procedures including participant consenting, screening, training on collection of breastmilk and saliva samples, and administration of questionnaires.
• Communicate regularly with study participants to provide instructions, answer study-related questions, and support completion of study procedures.
• Enter, maintain, and verify research data and biological sample information in study databases and research records.
• Conduct and support participant recruitment activities, including outreach to community and clinical partners and communication with prospective participants.
• Prepare and maintain study documents and regulatory materials for submission to the IRB, working faculty and research staff.
• Coordinate study scheduling, participant tracking, and maintenance of study records/files.
• Assistant with administrative and operational activities associated with the research program, including purchasing, receipts, supplies, and coordination with internal university departments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask using effective time-management skills.
• Comfortable navigating electronic databases and research data systems.
• Ability to work professionally and sensitively with pregnant/postpartum participants and families.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• Up to 1 year of relevant work experience required.

• Experience working directly with research participants, patients, or families.
• Experience with maternal/infant research, sleep or circadian research, or biological sample collection.
• Experience with research databases, REDCap, or similar electronic data systems.
• Experience with IRB/regulatory procedures is preferred.
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends, as some study visits may occur outside standard business hours.

Lauren Hartstein (laurenhartstein@arizona.edu) and Denisse Armenta (armentamd@arizona.edu)

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).