KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for managing complex research projects.
- Using an advanced knowledge of research methodology and techniques, assists in the planning and development of survey instruments, guidelines and procedures to collect required data.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
This position supports a clinical research study funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Superfund Research Program (SRP). The prospective study examines relationships between chemical exposures and health outcomes in adults residing in Glynn County, Georgia. The Research Project Manager will play a central role in the day-to-day operations of the cohort and will work as an integrated member of a multidisciplinary research team that includes exposure scientists, epidemiologists, community engagement specialists, and community partners. The role requires an exceptional level or organization and willingness to work independently and proactively.
- Coordinating and supporting study visits with research participants, including participant scheduling, informed consent processes, biological specimen collection logistics, and data quality monitoring across longitudinal time points.
- Conducting regular travel to Glynn County, Georgia to support field operations, maintain relationships with community partners, and ensure smooth execution of study protocols at local clinical and community sites. Although it is anticipated that this will be an Atlanta-based position, individuals who are locally based in the Glynn County area are also encouraged to apply.
- Managing data related to questionnaires and biomarkers; responsibilities include data cleaning, tracking, documentation, and coordination with laboratory partners.
- Serving as a liaison between the research team at Emory and community stakeholders in Glynn County, supporting ongoing community engagement efforts and helping ensure that the study is conducted in a culturally responsive and community-centered manner.
- Coordinating across projects within the larger research center to ensure alignment of protocols and shared data needs.
- Assisting with IRB submissions and amendments, protocol documentation, and regulatory compliance activities specific to human subjects research.
- Supervising and mentoring study staff, including the on-site Clinical Research Coordinator, to ensure consistent protocol implementation and professional development.
- Tracking study expenditures and coordinating with grants administration to monitor budget against project milestones.
- Preparing and coordinating progress reports and other required communications to the NIEHS and SRP program officers.
- Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for study protocols, data collection, and biospecimen handling across longitudinal time points.
- Developing and implementing participant recruitment and retention strategies to meet enrollment targets and support long-term cohort follow-up.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A master's degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, sociology, and psychology or related discipline and two years of professional level research experience, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with epidemiology or environmental health research and/or community-engaged research is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with biospecimen handling, exposure data management, or epidemiological cohort methods is a plus.
- Candidates with existing relationships with communities in the Glynn County, Georgia area are encouraged to apply.
- The project manager will work in the Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health and will support the COAST Superfund Research Center.
NOTE:
This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
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