Data Curation Specialist

Job Description

The Montague Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Data Curation Specialist to support interdisciplinary research in computational neuroscience and neuroeconomics. This role focuses on the cultivation, tracking, and reporting of research and operational data across a multi-site neurochemical research program.

The successful candidate will track project status across collaborating institutions, support site startup and coordination efforts, and ensure accurate reporting of study progress and metrics. In addition, this role will provide research assistant support for participant coordination, study logistics, and general lab operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Data & Project Oversight (40%)

• Track, maintain, and report on the status of the neurochemical research project across all participating sites
• Curate and manage project data, including enrollment metrics, timelines, and study progress
• Compile and deliver regular updates, summaries, and reports to lab leadership
• Identify delays, risks, or gaps in project data and communicate updates proactively

Multi-Site Coordination & Site Startup (20%)

• Coordinate communication and data flow between collaborating institutions and research teams
• Support site startup activities, including onboarding, documentation, and coordination with external partners
• Assist in aligning workflows, timelines, and reporting expectations across sites
• Facilitate collaboration by organizing updates, meetings, and follow-ups across teams

Research Operations (20%)

• Assist with scheduling, and coordination of research participants in compliance with IRB-approved protocols
• Coordinate study logistics with internal teams and clinical partners
• Maintain accurate research records and scheduling systems

Administrative & Lab Support (15%)

• Support meeting scheduling, documentation, and lab communications
• Maintain organized filing systems for project, participant, and regulatory materials
• Assist with data preparation for presentations, reports, and grant-related documentation
• Contribute to workflow improvements and documentation standards across projects

Training, Travel & Collaboration (5%)

• Travel to collaborating sites, both domestic and international to support coordination, training, and project implementation
• Support cross-site collaboration efforts and assist with maintaining consistency in processes and reporting

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health services administration, neuroscience, psychology, business, or related field, or equivalent related experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams
• Understanding of multiple types of data management software

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, research, or clinical environments
• Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Epic) or research data systems
• Experience supporting multi-site projects or collaborative initiatives

Pay Band
4

Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type
Restricted

Salary Information
Commensurate with Experience

Hours per week
40

Review Date
5/13/2026

Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.