Assistant Project Manager, Implementation Science

Overview

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, this teammate performs duties involved in the recruitment of research participants, development of materials, collection of data, and providing general assistance to the Principal Investigator and team members. This individual works on a team conducting maternal-child health research within the Department of Implementation Science. This position requires in-person work, although a hybrid arrangement is permissible when job responsibilities can be successfully completed virtually. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to accommodate the needs of the study. 

Description of Projects

This position will support activities for research studies promoting maternal/child health that are led by Principal Investigator Katherine Sauder, PhD, Associate Professor of Implementation Science and Pediatrics at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine. The primary study is exploring use of clinical obesity treatment among young females of child-bearing age. Activities will consist of preparing human subjects oversight documents and reports; recruiting participants; collecting data via focus groups, interviews, or medical records; preparing study materials; and facilitating collaborations with research partners and stakeholders. This position will also provide support for other on-going maternal/child studies within the team. Activities will include preparing materials, collecting and organizing data, preparing data and operational summaries, and related tasks. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Health, Basic Science, or a relevant clinical discipline. One year of survey research experience preferred, including interviewing, supervision of data collection procedures, and training. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists in administration and coordination of all phases of the assigned project as directed.
2. Responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the study are conducted in accordance with the study protocol.
3. Represents the project by serving as the study liaison and representative.
4. May provide guidance to other study personnel and partners by providing training, direction, guidance, and evaluation of work activities.
5. Coordinates and participates in recruitment, data collection, and follow-up activities.
6. Assists with the development of collection methods; creates and revises study materials, forms, manuals, and brochures as requested.
7. Assists with and provides reports as requested.
8. Provides guidance and/or performs data processing and coordinates data analysis; oversees quality assurance of data.
9. Establishes and maintains separate billing files on specific accounts related to individual.
10. Orders and maintains adequate supplies for the project.
11. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Outstanding customer service skills, with the ability to establish trust and rapport with research participants and partners.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively