GenX Study Manager
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193720EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
GenX Study ManagerAnticipated Hiring Range
$75,000 - $85,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm and weekends as needed.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Biological SciencesAbout the Department
The Department of Biological Sciences, within the College of Sciences at NC State University, is dedicated to research and teaching in a broad range of aspects of the biological sciences. The Department has strong undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral programs and substantial extramural support to develop and maintain integrative research programs. Additionally, the Department partners with other life sciences units across the University to enhance its mission to conduct interdisciplinary research and training programs. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.
The GenX Exposure Study is a community based prospective cohort study being conducted throughout the Cape Fear River Basin in North Carolina. The study has recruited participants from three regions (Wilmington, Fayetteville, and Pittsboro). The study works with community partners in all these communities and reports results back to participants in a timely fashion. The research team includes epidemiologists, exposure scientists, biostatisticians, community engagement specialists, and undergraduate researchers.
The Department of Biological Sciences has a nationally ranked Toxicology graduate program which allows it to offer many educational experiences to its degree students in both the graduate and undergraduate curriculum. The programs are complemented by top researchers and instructors in the fields of Biological Sciences, Toxicology, and Environmental Health Sciences, providing students with the education to make a difference in a future career. The Toxicology graduate program provides training in molecular and cellular toxicology, environmental toxicology, environmental health sciences, and bioinformatics through research experiences.
The function of the Department of Biological Sciences is to achieve outstanding research, teaching, mentoring, consulting and collaborations on campus and world-wide, within a cohesive department, where all students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds receive fair treatment.
The Center for Human Health and the Environment is a university-wide center funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Science (NIEHS) designed to enhance and support environmental health science research on the NC State Campus. Biological Sciences faculty and Toxicology faculty members participate in the Center for Human Health and the Environment to address all aspects of environmental health science from the molecular and cellular to the population level.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.
The GenX Exposure Study is a community based prospective cohort study being conducted throughout the Cape Fear River Basin in North Carolina. The study has recruited participants from three regions (Wilmington, Fayetteville, and Pittsboro). The study works with community partners in all these communities and reports results back to participants in a timely fashion. The research team includes epidemiologists, exposure scientists, biostatisticians, community engagement specialists, and undergraduate researchers.
The Department of Biological Sciences has a nationally ranked Toxicology graduate program which allows it to offer many educational experiences to its degree students in both the graduate and undergraduate curriculum. The programs are complemented by top researchers and instructors in the fields of Biological Sciences, Toxicology, and Environmental Health Sciences, providing students with the education to make a difference in a future career. The Toxicology graduate program provides training in molecular and cellular toxicology, environmental toxicology, environmental health sciences, and bioinformatics through research experiences.
The function of the Department of Biological Sciences is to achieve outstanding research, teaching, mentoring, consulting and collaborations on campus and world-wide, within a cohesive department, where all students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds receive fair treatment.
The Center for Human Health and the Environment is a university-wide center funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Science (NIEHS) designed to enhance and support environmental health science research on the NC State Campus. Biological Sciences faculty and Toxicology faculty members participate in the Center for Human Health and the Environment to address all aspects of environmental health science from the molecular and cellular to the population level.
Essential Job Duties
The Biological Sciences department is recruiting for an Epidemiologic GenX Study Manager for a high profile community based study of environmental exposure to water contaminants.
The purpose of the GenX Study Manager position is to oversee a range of complex epidemiological research projects. The person in this position will perform a variety of complex and independent activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation, and interpretation of social, economic, and health-related information.
Primary duties of the GenX Study Manager include, but are not limited to the following:
The purpose of the GenX Study Manager position is to oversee a range of complex epidemiological research projects. The person in this position will perform a variety of complex and independent activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation, and interpretation of social, economic, and health-related information.
Primary duties of the GenX Study Manager include, but are not limited to the following:
- Directing the development of standards and methods for the collection of data and recommend modification of collection procedures as necessary to ensure accuracy, validity, and integrity of data; tracking and monitoring participant and community member communications using best practices
- Leading the development of forms and questionnaires and coordinating the application of research techniques
- Overseeing the creation and maintenance of surveys and databases in Qualtrics
- Working with data managers to ensure timely access and long term security of study data
- Organizing and executing community sample collection. Serving as point of contact for all interactions with the Institutional Review Board; managing project related submissions to the IRB in a timely fashion.Working with data managers to oversee the creation and maintenance of study database(s) in SQL
- Working with data managers to ensure timely access and long-term security of study data.
- Working with facilities staff to ensure the maintenance of study equipment
- Working with study team members and other staff to purchase, maintain, and organize study supplies and inventory tracking
- Assisting in the preparation of report back materials to study participants. Familiar with project management software and its implementation for field studies
- Recruiting, selecting, training, and supervising the work of undergraduate research assistants engaged in the collection, management, and analysis of data
- Coordinating biological specimen storage, including the identification and implementation of sample tracking software for all study samples
- Identifying and understanding potential obstacles, making alternative plans, and/or modifying existing procedures
- Serving as a resource on technical and program-related issues for staff and others
- Providing information to assist with planning and monitoring of expenditures to meet organizational objectives and compliance
- Providing information to assist with the preparation of budget documents and reports
- Providing information to assist with monitoring expenditures and identifying potential budget issues
- Contributing to recommendations for needed expenditures and revisions to the project budgets
- Assisting in preparing grant proposals including the preparation of budgets
- Ability and willingness to work with all types of people
- Occasional travel to study sites. Some weekend and evening travel required
Minimum Education and Experience
- MS or MPH in epidemiology or other relevant subjects (degree must be completed)
- 5-8 years of previous research experience
Other Required Qualifications
- Design, develop and conduct complex research activities for a large, high-profile research project with lots of community stakeholders and public interest.
- Review and audit study progress to ensure a high response rate.
- Develop report back materials to study participants and community members.
- Serve as a liaison to the study with our three formal community partners, outside academic institutions, and local and state departments of health and environmental quality.
- Training in environmental health science
- Experience with community engagement
- Experience with Google Drive and Google platforms
- Technical report and scientific report preparation
- Human subjects research experience
- Knowledge of day-to-day management needs of a study.
- Resolve day-to-day issues independently.
- Coordinate field data collection at 3 different sites and ensure high quality data collection with excellent communication and strong organizational skills.
- Background and training in epidemiology and data collection.
- Experience in managing multi-site studies (SOP creation, study document and form creation, volunteer training, study execution, contract negotiation, supply ordering and management)
- Experience with human subjects research.
- Experience with participant communication.
- Experience working with minority and underserved communities in a research or public health setting.
- Experience in creating and maintaining community relationships.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in data quality control.
- Experience with Institutional Review Boards (submitting amendments, maintaining human subjects research compliance, maintaining up to date study team training records)
- Intermediate to advanced competency in Qualtrics survey creation and data management
Preferred Qualifications
- Training in environmental health science
- Experience with community engagement
- Experience with Google Drive and Google platforms
- Spanish fluency
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
Drivers License
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
10/14/2024Anticipated Close Date
11/01/2024Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for professional references.
Position Number
00110189Position Type
EHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
172201 - Biological SciencesAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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