Study Coordinator
About The Position
Temple University's School of Dentistry is searching for a Study Coordinator! As the second-oldest dental school in the U.S., the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry upholds a legacy of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare services. Founded in 1863, Kornberg remains a pillar in the dental community. We have more than 7,000 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world. In 2023, the school proudly celebrated its 160th Anniversary. Kornberg supports health and wellness through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become dedicated and ethical professionals who honor the traditional models of dental care while staying focused on discovering new ones. We train the experts who lead the field. Our renowned faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of opportunities and resources, including smart classrooms, digital dentistry labs, clinics and a preclinical lab that emphasizes collaboration. Students pursue postbaccalaureate, predoctoral, continuing education and advanced education in general dentistry programs. This position requires the following background checks: criminal history review, child abuse clearance and FBI fingerprinting. Grant funded position Position Summary: Candidates are being considered for a full-time position as the Study Coordinator of a multi-year clinical study to develop prediction models for periodontal disease progression (funded by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research). Primary responsibilities of the Study Coordinator will be to recruit study participants; assist in the consenting process, conduct self-reported assessments as needed; collect and assist processing biological samples (saliva and dental plaque) for analyses; track attendance at scheduled appointments for dental care and maintain participant files; distribute E-gift cards to study participants. In addition, the Research Assistant will assist with human subjects (IRB) activities; and collecting, entering and analyzing data. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and at least 6 months experience in human subjects research, including experience working with SPSS, R or similar statistical packages.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Must have sound judgments with the ability to make independent decision.
- Ability to work with others as part of a collaborative research team.
- Strong data analysis skills and ability to use statistical software, such as SPSS and Excel
- Familiarity with data capturing systems such as Qualtrics, RedCAP
Nice To Haves
- Experience with dental research and Qualtrics
Responsibilities
- Conducting recruiting calls to potential study participants
- Conducting self-reported assessments
- Conducting patient consent
- Assist in collection and processing of biological samples for laboratory processing
- Tracking attendance at scheduled appointments for dental care
- Assisting with human subjects (IRB) activities related to the study
- Data collection, data entry, data management
- Maintaining participant files and other administrative duties
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan and so much more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
