This position will provide implementation of a telehealth intervention for dementia family caregivers. May be located in a shared service/core or work directly under a Principal Investigator (PI) and/or Research Manager/Director. Involved in the conduct of human participants research; is a protocol-trained Professional Guide (Interventionist) for the STELLA Studies.

 

Under minimal supervision, executes research protocol with a high degree of fidelity. Exercises judgment within defined Good Clinical Practice and HIPAA guidelines to determine appropriate action via reporting mechanisms and structures (Institutional Review Board) in recognizing adverse events, protocol deviations, and other unanticipated study problems and reports to senior staff appropriately.

 

Maintenance and submission of participant data and preparation for quality assurance audits and monitoring. Work closely with statisticians to provide PI and study staff analytics required for dissemination. They will support all other team members (PI, Project Director, Research Coordinator, interventionists, Guides, tech team, data team) in schedule management, protocol compliance and effective communication.

 

Previous human subjects research experience required. Strong interpersonal communication skills and excellent attention to detail a must. Experience in group facilitation required. Ability to complete detail-oriented duties while working closely with participants, investigators, study staff and external organizations. Must have ability to integrate information from multiple sources. This work requires use of independent judgement, problem-solving skills and diligent time management. Additional duties as assigned (e.g. literature reviews, recruitment, community engagement, community-based presentations).

• Master's Degree in relevant field AND 3 years of clinical research coordination experience OR Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 5 years of clinical research coordination experience
• Use critical thinking skills to anticipate and address potential problems
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and excellent attention to detail

• Degree in psychology, rehabilitation, nursing or related field

• Typical schedule: M-F, occasional nights and weekends for periodic off-site recruitment events which require personal transportation
• Possibly national, local travel
• Will work combination of remote and at the Hatfield Research Center (OHSU Hospital)
• Work schedule may vary depending on job/study requirements
• Travel between meeting locations including using the Portland Aerial Tram
• May have regular exposure to noise and interruptions
• Use of videoconferencing equipment following privacy laws
• Able to sit at a computer without a break for 60 minutes

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.