Job Description:

Logo For Posting:

Posting Number:

RTF00022PO24

USC Market Title:

Research Program Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156413

Business Title (Internal Title):

Recruitment Coordinator

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

Arnold School of Public Health

Department:

ASPH Cancer Prevention and Control Program

Advertised Salary Range:

$41,258 - $61,887

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

The normal work schedule will be Monday through Friday, hours vary.

Type of Staff Position:

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Other Professional

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

South Carolina Retirement:

Yes

State Insurance Programs:

Yes

Annual Leave:

Yes

Sick Leave:

Yes

Advertised Job Summary:

A Recruitment Coordinator is sought to work closely with the Multiple Principal Investigators (MPIs), Project Coordinator, and other members of the study team to identify and help to enroll eligible participants for an NIH-funded study on Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer and inflammation. The study involves recruitment and retention of human subjects; collection of body measurements and biospecimens (e.g., blood); collecting self-reports of diet, other lifestyle behaviors, and sociodemographic information; and actigraphy for monitoring physical activity and sleep. In addition to excellent administrative and interpersonal communication skills, the position requires an understanding of regulatory requirements for protection of human subjects in research, experience with recordkeeping, scheduling, report preparation and related research activities.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree required. Willingness and availability to work non-traditional hours, including evening and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and a background in public health, clinical medicine or nursing, or social science. Experience with maintaining study participant engagement and retention. Experience with recruitment for randomized controlled trials and other research studies.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to multitask and manage priorities to meet deadlines. Ability to anticipate problems and be proactive in seeking their solutions. Ability to maintain high levels of organization and attention to detail. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, including community members. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Experience in collaborating with individuals representing a wide range of backgrounds, including research scientists, administrators, clinicians and clinical staff, service providers and contractors, university students, and study participants of diverse backgrounds. Good working knowledge of one or more database management software packages.

Job Duty:

Responsible for recruitment of human subjects, collection of body measurements and biospecimens (e.g., blood) and actigraphy for monitoring physical activity and sleep. Forming relationships and developing a recruitment strategy, recruiting through electronic media, and other means as necessary, screening potential participants for study suitability.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

40

Job Duty:

Responsible for the participant and program scheduling, coordination of participants, recordkeeping, and report preparation.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

25

Job Duty:

Follow-up and contact with research participants-obtaining informed consent, assisting with general study orientation, screening visits, maintaining contact with participants as necessary to answer questions and encourage continuing participation in the study. Obtaining data from participants through face-to-face visits, phone, mail and electronic messages. Assist with participant retention through follow-up.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

25

Job Duty:

Responsible to Assist with other general research related duties as needed.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Hazardous weather category:

Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.:

No

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

03/01/2024

Position End Date :

07/31/2026

Job Open Date:

01/31/2024

Job Close Date:

05/30/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.


Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by May 30, 2024.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/163072

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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